Hi Everyone ~ I am new to this. Because of my weight my knees & legs no longer want to support me. So after some research and talking to a few people I am going to try to the Gastric Sleeve. As long as it is done through a "Center of Excellence" he work insurance will pay for it in full. I was trying to find information in line (as I have not been home in 2 weeks - between being hospitalized and now In rehabilitation. Monday I will make more calls - though not much I can set uo not knowing when I will sent home.

I have been overweight since I was in 3rd or forth grade. The thing I found I think is odd it the period of time they can have.

I am eager & terrified of getting this started but, it has to be done.Karen

Good luck! You can actually do a lot by just making the phonecall to the drs office. The were very helpful and informative and worked around everything I had going on as well!

Thank you. I am nervous etc about this. But, I know I need to have the surgery or I can never get my knees "fixed" or I will end up having a heart attack or stroke. I want to feel better about me in general. Since I am in rehab & cannot do much anyway, So hopefully by the time I can get to call the doctor I will be pretty informed

I had the same problem with my knees. I have DJD in both knees. I was sleeved on Sept. 12 and I have NOT had any problems with my knees. I feel great about that. Having surgery was the best decision I've made for myself.

I would start with the insurance co to find out what centers are in your area. Also check your local hospital.

Good luck with your journey.

I am already going with the insurance sort of. I know from research that the insurance from where I work - if it is done at a "bariatric center of excellence" they will pay the procedure in total. Just tried to access the insurance web address but it is giving me fits & I will have call them tomorrow. I do know there are at least 2 centers in the area. So once I get out of rehab and can move a little.