Hi everyone I am Amy from Michigan I am just beginning my journey. I have been battling with my weight my entire life and I'm just sick of it! I want to get healthy for myself and my seven-year-old so I can go out and enjoy life with him rather than sitting by watching. Monday I went to the seminar at Beaumont in Grosse Pointe and met Dr. Maguid I really likeed him think that's who I want to stick with. The only downfall is I cannot get into see him for the initial consultation till July 28. Figure I can just try to get as much paperwork in order as possible so I'm ready to go. Today I had my appointment with my PCP and they are totally supportive. This coming Monday I have my appointment with the psychiatrist to get the evaluation completed and out-of-the-way. Luckily my insurance waives the six-month diet program with a BMI of 50 this is the first time in my life my obesity has been a positive. I am so excited for July 28 to get here and hope I have no issues with getting my insurance to approve the surgery. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

The hardest part is the waiting! The best thing you can do is take care of the things that you know now that your insurance will require. Then, once you get into the surgeon, the insurance specialist can submit everything right away. Honestly, in my case and a lot of people on here, the insurance approval process does not take nearly as long as you think. I was approved within 48 hours. Do what I did- spend your time researching and preparing yourself for your new life. Time will fly by! Good luck!

Hi Amy! I have a six year old daughter, and I feel exactly the same way. I can't wait to be able to run around with her and be a more fun mom, instead of a capable-but-tired-and-sitting-on-the-sidelines mom. I am having my surgery on July 29, and I can't wait! Good luck with your consultation. I hope it all goes smoothly and quick for you.