Getting Started, Help Wanted

Ok so everyone seems to be farther along than I am... I don't know where to start. I am in San Diego and my husband is active duty. I have not seen a doctor in San Diego yet. I had a bad experience with a non supportive doctor who told me to buy a book as her answer to my life long battle with my weight (great idea for some one with a BMI of 50 who has tried every diet out there). So I am doctor shy I guess. Don't know how to pick one who will take my desire for WLS to heart. Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance, Meadow P.S. According to the tricare information I qualify for WLS...fyi [email protected]

Hi Meadow...I'm just getting started on my journey with my first appointment with the surgeon on June 19th. I had the same cir****tances since my childhood with insensitive medical staff. My PCM does not recommend WLS for anyone; however, she did give me a referal which TriWest has approved for the consultation. While discrimination against other diseases is on the wain, it seems to be on the rise for the obese. Don't let the 'turkeys' get you down. Just keep walking toward your goal of improving your health. My BMI is also over 50--way over--I found the book "Weight Loss Surgery for Dummies" very informative conserning the surgery. Wish I could help you with a sensitive physician. I'm sure one may exist. It just hasn't been my experience--just don't let that side track you! Best wishes on your journey!