Christy5913 146 Posted June 18, 2015 Hello, Brand new to this site but it seems like a valuable tool!! I am also brand new to Kaiser So Cal - La Palma and I need a PCP who will refer me to the Options program. I have a BMI of 38.5 with Gout, Gerds, Asthma and High blood pressure. My previous doctor of 10 years (with a different health ins. company) gave me a referral for WLS 2 years ago but my plan at the time did not cover it so now I have Kaiser So Cal and it is covered but I'm back to square one. I had my very first appt. today with my current Kaiser PCP and asked him for a referral and he told me to sign up for the weight management information class because they have good affordable weight loss programs. I informed him I am currently enrolled in Weight Watchers and he said nothing. Also gave him my weight loss history and a overview of my numerous weight loss attempts with various companies/ programs and still nothing. I am so ready to begin this new healthy chapter of my life and I would greatly appreciate anyone's information regarding there PCP or any advice regarding there experience with Kaiser So Cal and WLS. Thanks ???? Christy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jazziejt 5 Posted June 19, 2015 Hi, I am Kaiser Georgia, I was referred to the same weight management information class, this class is to inform you of the difference Bariatric WLS, very good class. I started back in November 2014 and just getting to sit down with the surgeon May 29, 2015. I have been given my surgery date August 5, 2015. Its a process for sure but; you need all the information to may a informed decision. You can ask me any questions about my journey, I will be more than happy to share. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Christy5913 146 Posted June 19, 2015 Hi, I am Kaiser Georgia, I was referred to the same weight management information class, this class is to inform you of the difference Bariatric WLS, very good class. I started back in November 2014 and just getting to sit down with the surgeon May 29, 2015. I have been given my surgery date August 5, 2015. Its a process for sure but; you need all the information to may a informed decision. You can ask me any questions about my journey, I will be more than happy to share. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Christy5913 146 Posted June 19, 2015 Hi, I am Kaiser Georgia, I was referred to the same weight management information class, this class is to inform you of the difference Bariatric WLS, very good class. I started back in November 2014 and just getting to sit down with the surgeon May 29, 2015. I have been given my surgery date August 5, 2015. Its a process for sure but; you need all the information to may a informed decision. You can ask me any questions about my journey, I will be more than happy to share. Thank you so much!!! I'm scheduled to attend the Weight loss management class on 7/20/15 and I'm pretty excited. Congrats on your surgery date!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites