Hello Everyone...new to the site

[RabidChild 7]

So I think I can "officially" call myself "pre-op". I met with a surgeon last week who recommended gastric bypass. I've toyed with idea for years and was inspired by an old high school classmate sharing her journey on Facebook over the last 18 months.

I started last year trying to get approved by my insurance (who does not cover WLS) for issues w/hiatal hernia, GERD, acid reflux. fast forward about 8 months (with still no luck)I sign up for my annual benefits for open enrollment & what do I see?? Starting Jan 1st UHC is covering bariatric surgery!!! I am over the moon!

My weight has been an issues since puberty so I AM nervous about just being "smaller" in general as it will be such a different experience! I am positive that I will use this tool to continue healthy changes!

I am at the very beginning of my journey, I see my PCP next month & will start the 6mo physician followed diet then. I won't be able to see the psychologist or nutritionist until after Jan1

I want to say I have read so many posts that 1. Affirm I am making the right choice 2. Reinforce I am not alone in this 3. Show how supportive this community is! So thank you in advance!!

[James Marusek 5,244]

Welcome and let us know if we can be of any help.

[Djmohr 6,965]

Welcome! You are definately not alone.

Good luck as you begin your journey.

[The Candidate 3,215]

You are definitely not alone!

Welcome and congrats on being on you way to weight loss surgery. I'm a little over three months out from my RNY and couldn't be happier!

[bernie71672 1]

Good luck if u need advice we are here to help and don't worry everything will b fine!

[Sony09 20]

Glad to read you are getting surgery. Success is waiting for you too.

[Dub 9,949]

That's great news.

You are gonna do great !!!!

[RabidChild 7]

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone!!! I look forward to being able to support people on their journeys as I've seen so many of you do!!