What if I can't lose weight before the surgery? To lose 10% of my weight, I need to shed 25 lbs. That's a lot and could take 6 months. Has that happened to anyone?

i wasnt given a specific amount to loose. Just simply to follow the pre op diet for my specified time of 2 weeks which i lost 11lb during that time. How long is your pre op diet?

If you can't lose weight, it's up to your doctor. I would ask him/her. Some may refuse to do the surgery, while others don't care and are aware how difficult it is for some to lose weight but they give you a goal to work with so you can begin practicing good habits and discipline. For example, if you eat the wrong things after surgery before healing occurs, you can hurt yourself, hence some discipline is needed. Good luck. I wish you a great and successful journey!

I was told to lose 10lbs but I didn’t lose it until my pre-op liquid diet. I actually lost 15lbs in two weeks

I'm still waiting to hear from the surgeon to schedule an appointment. But I'm wanting to get all of my questions written down so I'll be ready when he does schedule.

I got it in my head that they required you to lose 10%. Guess that's not true, thank God.

I’m not sure. Each surgeon may have their own requirements I just had my surgery a week ago on the 27th

@Darcell76, I hope you are doing well.

I wasn’t required to lose a certain amount either. Some people are depending on the doctor and their unique case. Higher BMI may be required to lose to make the surgery safer.

My insurance set parameters for me. Had to see a dietician once a month and not go over my first appt weight. I lost 12 lbs during that time.