I am a 35 bmi - and need to shave about 65-70 lbs off. I have severe OSD, cholesterol off the chart, severe knee, back, joint pain; and the list goes on. I have tried every lifestyle change/diet and for every pound i have ever lost, gained that back with some extra. I AM going to do this surgery and change my life. People like myself on the borderline of qualifying - are IDEAL candidates because we can reverse our weight, prior to being diagnosed with Diabetes, etc. I look forward to connecting with those of you in similar circumstances. Are there any of you out there who have already done the surgery?