Restaurant "id" Cards?

[Need-a-Sleeve 211]

When I was doing my research on WLS, I ran across a physician website that had something unusual. (Sorry, I didn't make a note of the URL but will try & find it again!)

They gave their WLS patients a card they could present to the wait staff that said 'John Doe is a patient at the Blank Clinic & has had weight loss surgery; for that reason, please allow him / her to order smaller portions or from the children's menu.'

I thought this was a great idea! Has anyone else seen this or think it would be useful?

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

Yes my surgeon gave us that card but I have yet to have to show it. I believe servers are aware now days of wls and/or food restrictions so much that they are happy to help you order what you need.... But it is nice to have...

[chitowngirl 884]

My surgeon gives those, I don't use it. It's not something I feel comfortable whipping out. I really don't care for the choices on the kids menu. I just order on the menu and take home the leftovers.

[made2beme 119]

Yes, I received those from my surgeon too. I will probably keep 1 in my purse just in case....but most likely will do the same as Chitowngirl and order regular meal, take home leftovers for later. But, if I need it....I will use it!

[Wheetsin 714]

I think the majority of surgeons have started giving those out - at least it seems to have increased a lot in the last 2 - 4 years. My surgeon gives them out but I don't use it.

[barrbdoll 287]

Like the others.... I have one as well... Talks about the procedure that I have had, it has my picture on it, my surgery day weight, Dr. info, etc... It's actually a very nice card... BUT.... never had to use it... I look at it as a souvenier and a reminder of my surgery day.