Getting Started

After years of trying I finally got my referral to the Kaiser Bariatric Program.  I'm so excited.  For those that don't know... this is how it works.  At Kaiser NW you have to have a bmi of 40 and at least two severe co-morbities or a bmi of more than 50.  Then your PCP has to refer you to the program (this was a hurdle for me... it took a long time to get my PCP to agree to refer me).  Once you get referred the bariatric group triages your file to ensure you are a candidate for the surgery.  If you meet the criteria they send you a packet to fill out. When you return the packet, you are acknowledging that you are interested in participating in the program. (Returned mine last night) When your packet is received Kaiser schedules your orientation (I'm waiting for this). 

I've heard a lot of complaints about the length of time it takes to get from referral to surgery, but I'm willing to do whatever it takes.  Bring it on!!

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