As I think about it, my real journey started in late November of 2013. That's when I made the decision to attend one of the seminars put on by one of our local hospitals. Because I am older 67 at present, I had many concerns if this was the right way for me to go. I had only remarried 2 years ago to my high school sweetheart and she was content with the way I am. I have always had a weight issue and have lost hundreds of pounds over the years. Like everyone else I loose easily, but gain it all back to easily also. So I saw my surgeon in December and made the decision t go thru the process to see if I qualify and if I can make the changes necessary to be successful. I first had to go in for the psych. evaluation. Two sessions later I was cleared by the doctor. Next came the Nutritionist and the Pulmonary doctors for their evaluation. Three weeks ago I had my upper GI series and Endoscopy done [due to Barretts] Next on my list was an ultrasound for a slight heart murmur that was found. My final check in was with the cardiologist to go over the results of my ultrasound...Two weeks ago I went in for my sleep study that was done due to my sleep apnea.. Now I am finally getting to the end of these appointments with my appt. for the results of my sleep study tomorrow. Up to this point , all doctors have cleared me for my surgery. As soon as my study results are confirmed, I expect to be cleared and my doctor should forward to my insurance company. I expect to finish this journey in June after my return from visiting my daughter in Austria in May. I will be 68 when I complete this and my age is still a concern for me. Any other oldies out there who have gone thru this and have had similar concerns, I would love to hear from you. As soon as I have my approval and surgery date, I will update everyone. This blog has been so much help to me in coming to my final decision. I so enjoy reading about all your concerns and the information that you all put out. I have come to realize that I am not alone in my feelings. Please keep your comments coming...so very much appreciated!

Well I am not an oldie, but welcome to the boards!! I had rny in June 2012 and I have never looked back.