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Received a call this morning from my PCP's nurse.  She received a fax stating that DS is reserved for the super morbidly obese due to the malabsorbitve nature of the suregery, that can cause future problems.

I had also email OHIP yesterday to inquire as to the status of my application.  Today in the late afternoon, I received an email from them saying that my application had been processed and that it was pending further information from my PCP.  This makes me somewhat hopeful...it's not a denial!

I fully intend to have this surgery and am prepared to jump through all the required hoops.  I am working on my appeal package which will include photos, PCP's appeal letter, sleep study and yet another personal letter from me.  Being so close to the required 50 BMI, I may even gain a few pounds! LOL

Anyway, at least the first wait is over and I am prepared to fight for a healthier and improved quality of life. 

My husband planned a great evening with fine dining, nice wine and a beautiful gift.  Unfortunately he had me as company.  I was uncomfortable, self-concious and just overall in a pissy mood.  I must say I cannot wait to celebrate our 16th.  I imagine myself as half the woman I am now, eager to be out celebrating with the man who has always loved me no matter what.

Man I can't wait to have my DS done!  I don't want to live like this anymore!

Well, saw Dr. O'D today and was very nervous.  Once I told him what I was there for, he seemed genuinly interested and was all for the procedure for me.  We filled the form out together and hopefully we got down everything they needed correctly!  I won't be too disappointed though if they come back asking for more information.  I'm very excited...the wait is on and I hope to hear something...anything in a week or so.

I have been completely obsessed with browsing the OH website and absorbing any and all other information on DS and OHIP.  My biggest concern is actually being denied this life changing surgery!

Browsing other Ontarians profiles that have received approval has helped boost my confidence for sure.  I think with my BMI and family history I should be approved without much problem and am definitely set on the surgery being DS.  I never thought I would curse the fact that I have been so healthy, even with the huge excess of weight that I carry.  This being said, my health status could change at any moment and I am no longer willing to play Russian roulette...I have three kids that need me!

My only obstacle now (assuming OHIP approval) is my family doc.  I am being prematurely judgmental as I haven't even seen him yet, but worry he will not be supportive.  With all the information I have gathered here and on other sites, I feel better prepared to have this conversation with him.  My appointment is scheduled for October 6th and I look forward to taking this first step in the journey to a healthy life.  Wish me luck with good ol' Dr. O'D!