But I didn't. He said I have to lose 20 pounds first and get a psych eval. My doctor wrote him a letter in lieu of a psych eval -- but he wants the entire she-bang!! (all the forms filled out).

So I'm trying to be mature about the disappointment. After-all, I'm still going to be able to have my surg in June.

Any June folks here??

warmly,

WeeWers

WeeWers, just try to lose the 20 pounds and get the psych evaluation too. I had to get a psych evlauation myself. This is all part of the process and the process continues even after your surgery. You have to jump thru lots of hoops. The surgeons are following the guide lines setup by Health Insurance Companies I also had to have 3 different bllod tests completed within 3 weeks of my surgery too. I did lots of running around to get everything done for my surgery. It is already May 20th so June will be here before you know it. Any weight you can lose before surgery will make the surgery go easier on you. Even if you do not get 20 pounds off but you did get 15 pounds down anything will help. I had mime done on March 11th so I am already 2 months post op. If I can help let me know.

Best,

Cheryl