alsims463 @alsims463

Welcome to Mayo Connect. Looking forward to being with you during this journey.

Every clinic is different on how they run their program. Many have website that outlines their program.
Based on past experience I had and others have shared, here is what is ahead for you. I actually never talked to a surgeon till I had done of the requirements of program (classes, etc...).

The surgeon will most likely discuss your options.
- Will tall about medical history and what you have tried before to lose weight.
- Are you a candidate for surgery.
- What type of bariatric surgery are available, and if they have a recommendation.
- The clinic's requirements pre-surgery. Often these are classes to help you understand lifestyle changes that are necessary.
- Most clinic require you to show you can make theses changes prior to surgery, that is why the classes.
- May order blood tests

Come prepared,
- list of medications and dosages
- info on any previous surgeries you have had, especially abdominal
- why you want surgery, you articulated well in you discussion, quality of life

Also. have you checked with your insurance about coverage. Once know requirements and what they recommend, verify it is covered.

Please keep us informed how Thursday goes.