DDubzzy

Sampathak, I’m in your same situation. BMI is 30. I’ve discussed this with two US docs and they both declined me because I do not have the required complications e.g. diabetes etc... in addition to 30 BMI. One surgeon told me that the risk involved in surgery would not be worth it & it would not be ethical for a surgeon to medically intervene when the “issue could be solved through diet & exercise .” I was super bummed. Not sure why he’s assume I had not exhausted every effort during my entire life to lose the weight. I hope others chime in & tell us about their experiences. I’ve read on the forums that the Mexico-based docs do conduct surgery for lower BMIs.

I love this! Rock on Sista!

Thank you for sharing your story. Your words are moving & your experience is very valuable. I can’t imagine that this was easy to write but I came to the forums to learn and understand the process and it’s impact on people so I’m especially grateful that you shared your thoughts & feelings, and I wish you all the very best. I really do hope you feel better soon.

Congrats. You look awesome. Best of luck on your journey & thanks for sharing.

I’m also curious to hear stories of folks with lower BMIs getting insurance to approve gastric bypass surgery. Thank you