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How long does it take from the first appointment, I been looking at the post and it looks like it takes 6 months. That seems so long.

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Six months is pretty accurate. Cigna required a 3 month supervised diet but I've seen some on here- a lot who had a 6 month requirement so it all depends on that. Just don't wait to do any other testing. When you begin the diet do the rest of your testing requirements right away. Then you will be ready to get your surgery date when the diet info is submitted.

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Yah that's my nickname all my friends call me. And no I am not going to Kim he don't take my insurance, I'm going to dr parra-davila, but his office is across the street from celebration hospital. My first appointment is on the 19th. I am glad you feel good.

Hi candiecane,

I live in kissimmee as well and had surgery bk on 6/17 so if u hv any questions feel free to ask..im still in the beginning post op phase but i can definitely say this was the best decision i made for myself! Good luck with your journey!![emoji4]

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