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I was wondering how do I mention WLS to my doctor? When it comes to important things like this I always freeze up and stammer. I don't want to sound uninformed and I don't want to hear her tell me I shouldn't consider it.

How did you tell your PCP?

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My old PCP wasn't on board. I asked her years ago to help me with WLS. I didn't know anything about the process. When I knew this is what I wanted, I found a new Dr.

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I mean she wasn't very familiar with centers to refer me to because the one she gave (which she googled) had really bad reviews. Plus she told me I should do a program which I guess I wouldn't be opposed to since there a 6 month waiting period. But I found a better Bariatric Center and will call them tomorrow because I missed their call today. ( which they call me within 20 minutes of my inquiry) it's looking good right now :)

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Ecorren: I'm glad your doctor is on board. I used this site to help me pick a place to go to. I looked a what people said about the doctors there and also how well they liked the center. I go to my first informational session tomorrow

I mean she wasn't very familiar with centers to refer me to because the one she gave (which she googled) had really bad reviews. Plus she told me I should do a program which I guess I wouldn't be opposed to since there a 6 month waiting period. But I found a better Bariatric Center and will call them tomorrow because I missed their call today. ( which they call me within 20 minutes of my inquiry) it's looking good right now :)

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Great plan and good job looking for your own center.....most centers have weekly seminars for new patients to attend. Good luck and keep up all updated on your progress!

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