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I had my first appointment yesterday. I had my mind set on the gastric sleeve. I have had success with diets in the past but I am never able to keep the weight off it just keeps coming back with a little more added. I am 5'3" and weigh 231 lbs now. I saw the nutrition who thinks that this is too drastic a measure since I have had some measure of success in the past. Now I am confused. I don't have any weight related issues yet and don't want to get any which is one of the reason that I wanted to start this journey. I forgot to mention that I have never gotten below 185. She also stated that I will probably gain the weight back, and that I'm really not that big. I am willing to work hard and know that this isn't a magic pill. I have been reading the post hear and think that everyone gives great advice. Please tell me what you think. Thanks

Thanks everyone for all of your replies it does make me feel better. She is part of the surgery team. I saw the surgeon first then the nutritionist. He didn't say that I would not be a good candidate. He in fact said I would feel so much better after losing the first 40lbs. I guess you guys are right i just needed to hear this from others that know my struggle. My PCP was definitely all for it as she has been with me through a lot of my ups and downs. Thanks, as of right now I'm forging ahead. You guys are the best.

I am in the same situation. I attend my first meeting next week. I have Cigna open access. My Bmi is just 40. I recently have had a A1C level of 6.9 usually Im 6.2 or so. I have been overweight all my life. After Yo Yo dieting in recent years I decided that I needed real help. I'm afraid since my Bmi only reached 40 in the last month and I dont have official diabetes or high blood pressure or anything else associated I may get denied. Has anyone else had Cigna and just reach 40 for a BMI with no other significant (according to them) issues? My Cigna is from New York.