So today I went to see my PCP to sign my letter of reccomendation for surgery and she flipped the script on me. When I started the process in October she was on board with everything. She was aware of everything needed to be done and said the letter isn't a problem. Gave me the letter in writing, I just needed to type it.

Today she tells me she's not sure if it's a good idea due to my chronic skin condition that I have (hidradenitis suppurativa). Said she mentioned it to a dermatologist I also see in her office and they both are against it now. Excuse my language but what type of shit is that??? I go in for my last weigh in and nutrition appointment next wk. Not even sure what to do now.

I am doing my medical weight mgmt through the Dr who is going to do the surgery. Hopefully you don't need to start over, but should you maybe taking that route is an option.

Edited February 10, 20179 yr by mjfx2

I am doing my medical weight mgmt through the Dr who is going to do the surgery. Hopefully you don't need to start over, but should you maybe taking that route is an option.

I hope that's an option for me. Good luck on your journey!

Good luck. Maybe a second opinion from another dermatologist

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I have HS, too. That is one of the big reasons why I want this surgery. I hope you get approved.


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I have HS, too. That is one of the big reasons why I want this surgery. I hope you get approved.


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Same here and I hope you get approved as well. Have you started the process already?

Same here and I hope you get approved as well. Have you started the process already?

Yes. I have been approved. My insurance didn't require a letter from my PCP. I told my surgeon about my HS, and he didn't seem concerned. I'm scheduled for Feb 28 and just started pre-op diet yesterday.


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Yes. I have been approved. My insurance didn't require a letter from my PCP. I told my surgeon about my HS, and he didn't seem concerned. I'm scheduled for Feb 28 and just started pre-op diet yesterday.


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That's great and good luck on your journey!

If u can get a second opinion n God luck keep ur head up @ the right time u will get it

Wow so sorry to hear this, would have been nice if your PCP came to this conclusion sooner. Why not try getting the letter from your GYN since they would have your medical history(weight) too. Good luck!

Any updates?

Any updates?

I had to add another month weigh in. My surgeon said she will speak to me on Friday about my options. I made an appointment to see my gyn and with another PCP for the end of this month just in case. Still trying to be optimistic about it.