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Read more about Weight loss Clinic Orientation...Disappointment

Weight loss Clinic Orientation...Disappointment

I finally had my orientation for the weight loss clinic today, which wasn't as hopeful as I had hoped. It was basically all the things that I had learned in my research (which was very through). What my doctor told me was a referral for surgery was actually only a referral to the weight loss program. I now, more than likely, have to do the six month weight loss study first, and then might not even be approved for surgery. I know that either way it's a step in the right direction, but after b

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• ginga126
• June 18, 201313 yr

Read more about How long is the process at Mount Sinai Clinic, Chicago?

How long is the process at Mount Sinai Clinic, Chicago?

I have been talking with my doctor for months, and after finally being approved, I have orientation with the weight loss clinic that has been approved by my insurance, on 6/18. I am super excited to get the process started. They told me that I have to take 6 nutrition classes and do a psychiatric evaluation prior to them scheduling the surgery. Since my primary physician already had the surgery approved, I don't think that there are any other steps past the classes that I need to do. Has any

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• ginga126
• June 11, 201313 yr