thinkingthin???? 0 Posted December 28, 2015 Hi all. How many of you wear a medical id of some sort? I've seen people putting them up. Do we need them? If so why? What do they say on them. Thanks all ???????? xx Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CHM 1,009 Posted December 28, 2015 Hmm, I haven't heard of this, but thank you for asking and bringing the need for a medical ID to my attention. A quick google search brought up this: https://www.laurenshope.com/what-to-engrave-on-your-medical-alert-jewelry To quote the relevant part: GASTRIC BYPASS If you have had gastric bypass surgery or lap band surgery it is important to wear a medical ID Bracelet to alert emergency technicians that you cannot have a blind NG tube inserted. Here is what we recommend for gastric bypass patients. Jane DoeGastric ByPass 1/12 (month and year of your surgery)No Blind NG TubeNo NSAIDS/ No SugarsDr. 555-555-1212 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites