OK so I am new here and I have a referral from my PCM to go see talk to a surgeon about having the lap-band done. I'm scared he wont think that I am big enough for it. I am only 5'2 and I weigh 194. My BMI is 35.4. I have read many places you need to be 100lbs over weight and have a BMI of 40 or more. I am so close to that and I will be devistated if he says I cant have the surgury. I have PCOS and I have been steadly watching my weight climb for years. I eat well and go to the gym daily with no avail my weight keeps climbing. I have two young kids that I want to do more with but I am embaressed to do anything because how much weight I have put on recently. What are your thought? Do you think he will agree that I am a candidate? Anyone have a similar experience? What did you do or say during your consultation with the surgeon?

Thanks!

Brittney

my surgeon thought i was a great candidate for lap band - i didn't have any discussions w/my PCP about it - my OB yes.

though i didn't have any co-morbids my BMI was similar to yours and climbing even w/diet & exercise.

hey, anything over 30 is obese & if you have an opportunity to fix it earlier rather than later DO so....

all the best,

Are you a self pay? If not, you will need to check with your insurance to see what they require. I had to be over a 35 BMI with medical conditions. Some insurances require 40, but I have noticed most have been 35 with the medical condition.