Hi there, started my process Feb 17th. I have a 35 BMI so am req by my insurance to have a co-morbidity. Im getting tested for Sleep Apnea. I told the sleep Dr I saw for the consult that I am getting WLS in August. She looked surprised and I felt she was waiting for me to explain why. (Could just be me over-analyzing). I started w a chiropractor for back/neck pain. I have seen two doctors there so far for two appointments. I told them I was getting WLS hopefully in August. Both had a surprised look on their face. First one said "why?? You're not that big. You need to go gluten free. My wife couldnt lose weight then finally went gluten free blah blah". Next chiro said "really?!? Well... That will help alleviate the pain in your pelvis. But you don't need this surgery do you?? Why are you getting this surgery?" I just feel like saying CLEARLY I am 100 lbs overweight. Yes, I am 5'10 and carry it well but its still there. And so is a disease called FOOD ADDICTION. This is not a matter of me needing to discipline myself with diet and exercise or go gluten free to magically shed 100 pounds and a lifetime of pain, humiliation, feelings of failure after 25+ yrs of "taking responsibility" for my health by trying EVERYTHING. I guess im just disappointed that the doctors didn't seem supportive. Has anyone else been dealing w similar?? Any advice on how to handle people saying "what?!? You don't need surgery!" (The one friend I told responded like that)...

All of mine weren't either. I had a hard time and then I told myself no more stress just determination. I sure showed them, you will too. As long as you have us and support yourself, you are golden. Later Sunshine. Stay determined

I agree with the above statements that I would hold my head high and keep my eye on the prize even if they never understand why you want this surgery which would be to be healthy. I wish you the best of luck and congrats on your choice to be healthy.

I had a BMI of 40... After 3 years of fighting, my doctor finally got me approved because of arthritis and IBS. With my insurance you have to have a BMI of 50 if you aren't diabetic or sleep apnea. I think the insurances are staring to see the value in this surgery.