taylormomto6

I have BS HMO and just filled out the "Gastric Bypass Education criteria checklist" with my PCP to see if they will accept me into their program. If they accept me, I'm to join their 6 month weight loss class and simultaniously attend gastric bypass education classes at the medical group.

Apparently the educators will then submit a psychological profile on me to qualify me for surgery. I must attend all sessions, comply with all assignments and exercises as determined by the counselor, show that I will be able to practice necessary post op lifestyle changes and not have any significant psychological problems.

I looked at the website of my medical group and the next weight loss class begins in July. Not real thrilled about waiting until then, but thats the way it goes. So the best I'm looking at is a surgery date after Jan 09.

Anyone have to go through their medical group like this?

Cindy T