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[thisfathasgot2go 235]

@@Dave in SoCal Thank you for responding. Is this three months after your three months of classes? How often are the classes in Hollywood. I am signed up for orientation this Weds, May 6. I will consider attending the support group, is that a support group for post-OP.

Do you know if I will have a problem getting approved if I have an over 40 BMI but no other issues (yet) like diabetes or heart disease, etc.?

Thanks!

[Dave in SoCal 13]

@@thisfathasgot2go It's generally 3 months after you first meet with your surgeon, so if you're in a hurry get the consult scheduled with your surgeon as soon as they'll let you.

There are 3 support groups near you. The Hollywood group meets once a month on the third Tuesday, the Pasadena group meets once a month on the 2nd Monday. The Playa Vista group meets twice a month on the 2nd Monday and last Wednesday of the month.

These are post-op support groups, but pre-ops with questions/jitters are welcome and often come. If any non-Kaiser SoCal folks are reading this, these free groups are actually open to anyone who want to come. You don't even have to be a KP member.

As for your lowish BMI, you're above 40 so that qualifies you. The fact that you're very little above 40, and hopefully below after you've lost the required 10% over the next 3 months will only help you. It will greatly reduce the risk of complications.

You're welcome!

Edited May 1, 2015 by Dave in SoCal

[incredibleshrinkingnurse 21]

I'm looking for other Sleevers in Santa Cruz, Ca! My surgery is 6/15/15 at El Camino through PAMF. When I return to work, my schedule won't allow for me to attend the support group they put on so hoping to find some locals for support!

[LynRey70 56]

Im from Central Cali Having my surgery June 10 @ GoodSam!

[LynRey70 56]

Dr Nguyen is mine too! wow that is so cool

[polavsg 11]

Wondering if anyone goes to UFC Gym in Concord! Would love to have a workout buddy.

[libbety1 0]

I'm looking for sleeve support in Santa Cruz,CA. Will be having surgery in Feb. 2016 and would like to connect with a person or support group.

[coccomo 4]

I'm in Corona. Anyone out here? I'm 2 weeks post op

[LittleBunnyFooFoo 27]

I'm in Corona. Anyone out here? I'm 2 weeks post op

Corona, too. Getting RNY next week.

[RLKloose100 0]

From OC and looking for a support group. Surgery at Chaman on 12/29/14.

[Jessi01 1]

I'm in San Jose.

Edited November 27, 2015 by Jessi01

[halalo 13]

Hey I'm in mountain view ca

If I got approved my surgery date is dec 28 at el Camino hospital

[Pounds Thou Art Loosed 9]

I'm from Los Angeles! I will have my surgery in March or April

Edited November 27, 2015 by MarieD

[halalo 13]

I'm in San Jose, Ca. My surgery will be at the El Camino Hospital

Same here when is urs?

[net0girl 13]

My surgery was done at Kaiser SSF by Dr Li.Nov 9

Edited November 27, 2015 by net0girl