Welcome SoCal Kaiser Sleevers!!!

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Hi Kaiser So Cal Sleevers:) I'm from so cal, as so cal as you can get;) Just starting this process. Found out Options class for KP members in San Diego County is 24 weeks. Also, I was told I need to show proof that I've attempted at least/min of a 3 month supervised diet in the past 10 years. Any other KP sleevers had to do this? I did weightwatchers back in 2004 online for way over 3 months with the point system thing, but I don't know how to get proof I did it, it was all online. I also did a supervised phentermine prescription/diet with a weight loss "clinic" but they're not sure they can give me any documentation because the girl at the front deskntol me they probably sent my file to storage:/ Sheesh!

Hi Kaiser So Cal Sleevers:) I'm from so cal, as so cal as you can get;) Just starting this process. Found out Options class for KP members in San Diego County is 24 weeks. Also, I was told I need to show proof that I've attempted at least/min of a 3 month supervised diet in the past 10 years. Any other KP sleevers had to do this? I did weightwatchers back in 2004 online for way over 3 months with the point system thing, but I don't know how to get proof I did it, it was all online. I also did a supervised phentermine prescription/diet with a weight loss "clinic" but they're not sure they can give me any documentation because the girl at the front deskntol me they probably sent my file to storage:/ Sheesh!

Hi Ema76, first off WOW...sorry to hear that your are required to do 24 weeks. Sheesh, that is a long run of classes. I am in Corona and attened class at Kaiser in Corona, they only required 12 weeks of the Options class. I have completed my class, all my labs, and had my medical review on last Friday. Now, I wait for the final referral to the surgeon. I am not sure what happens from that point, from what I understand I would have to attend a seminar for the surgeon and that is all I know thus far. I have heard that all surgeons are different and have different requirements. Wish you the best on your journey, please keep us informed!

Hi Kaiser So Cal Sleevers:) I'm from so cal, as so cal as you can get;) Just starting this process. Found out Options class for KP members in San Diego County is 24 weeks. Also, I was told I need to show proof that I've attempted at least/min of a 3 month supervised diet in the past 10 years. Any other KP sleevers had to do this? I did weightwatchers back in 2004 online for way over 3 months with the point system thing, but I don't know how to get proof I did it, it was all online. I also did a supervised phentermine prescription/diet with a weight loss "clinic" but they're not sure they can give me any documentation because the girl at the front deskntol me they probably sent my file to storage:/ Sheesh!

They HAVE to give you copies of your medical record.

This is copied from the Medical Board of California's website:

The patient or patient's representative is entitled to copies of all or any portion of his or her records that he or she has a right to inspect, upon written request to the physician. The physician may charge a fee to defray the cost of copying, not to exceed 25 cents per page or 50 cents per page for records that are copied from microfilm, along with reasonable clerical costs. By law, a patient's records are defined as records relating to the health history, diagnosis, or condition of a patient, or relating to treatment provided or proposed to be provided to the patient. Physicians must provide patients with copies

within 15 days

of receipt of the request.

http://www.mbc.ca.gov/consumer/access_records.html

The section does go on to say that if they need more time they have to notify you by ten days and the extended time can not be longer than thirty days

Hey all,

I new to this site as well. I went through Kaiser Fontana, finished my 12 weeks of options classes in late March, got shuffled around and now have my Sleeve scheduled for August 21st! Such a long process, but I thank God that I can now see the finish line!!!

MrzPhillips, welcome and congrats on your journey. Can't wait until I have my date!!!

im judy and my date for surgery is sept 12th dr zelada put me on a 2wk liquid diet sucks big time i cheated 3 times already but tomorrow i have to step it up i have lost 7lbs in 5 days.