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[snickysnack78 131]

Well the 4 hr course is the introduction to the bariatric surgery department. There will be guest speakers from the surgeons and dieticians. They will weight you, then tell you what you need to do next. I guess during that time they will also give you your next appointment. They mentioned it could be that day or another time.

When I go, I will have more info to share.

What part of northern california? I am in the sacramento area

[snickysnack78 131]

Have you noticed any changes in what you eat? Like certain foods, healthy foods, that you can no longer eat because they upset your stomach?

I took two weeks off but could have easily gone back in a week. I have a job that isn't physically demanding though. I was also very lucky and have had zero complications.

[likelike 63]

I did the two hour introductory surgery class and talked to my pcp. He said he sent a referral in to the bariatric department. I'm a bit confused with this process especially since reading the process of different heath care providers and Kaiser regions.

[snickysnack78 131]

@@likelike

I did the 2 hour class, then got the referral from my primary care doctor for the next step. It took about 2-3 weeks in order for that department to give me a call. After the first week of hearing nothing, I contacted my primary care doctor and asked if he knew what the timeframe was or if he heard anything. He gave me the number to the south sacramento facility and I called. The lady who I spoke to on the phone says it takes a few weeks because they go over your chart first to make sure if you are approved. Once you are conditionally approved, they call you to set up the 4 hr class.

I hope this is helpful

[likelike 63]

@@snickysnack78 Thank you! I guess I play the waiting game then...

[tamirn 90]

Any updates??? Would love to hear???