Hello all.
Sorry it's been a while since I posted but it's been hectic.
I'm under North Tyneside & thought it might be helpful to others if I post updates on my journey.
Anyway.....
Docs referred me to bariatric back in Nov/Dec last year. I had to complete Lighten Up, a 12 week weight loss program before I could be referred...
I'm now 4 weeks into the program & have lost 1lb. Disappointing but proving my point that I need assistance to lose weight.
I heard other PCT's had tightened their belts RE bariatric surgery. I rang Rake Lane bariatric dept and spoke with the consultant's secretary. She was lovely. Funding has not changed for North Tyneside. When it is devolved to GP level they will decide your funding but as things stand full steam ahead...
I was advised that as I was in the process of attending Lighten Up, my referral could go into the hospital. In fact I would be a little ahead in the process as most people have to attend Lighten Up after their hospital seminar. So I called my GP (getting used to this chasing business lol) and they have written my referral. Hopefully my seminar will be soon and I'll be on my way. I have been told the wait could be up to 12 months but I'm in it for the long haul.
I'll keep you all updated on my progress!
Good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sorry it's been a while since I posted but it's been hectic.
I'm under North Tyneside & thought it might be helpful to others if I post updates on my journey.
Anyway.....
Docs referred me to bariatric back in Nov/Dec last year. I had to complete Lighten Up, a 12 week weight loss program before I could be referred...
I'm now 4 weeks into the program & have lost 1lb. Disappointing but proving my point that I need assistance to lose weight.
I heard other PCT's had tightened their belts RE bariatric surgery. I rang Rake Lane bariatric dept and spoke with the consultant's secretary. She was lovely. Funding has not changed for North Tyneside. When it is devolved to GP level they will decide your funding but as things stand full steam ahead...
I was advised that as I was in the process of attending Lighten Up, my referral could go into the hospital. In fact I would be a little ahead in the process as most people have to attend Lighten Up after their hospital seminar. So I called my GP (getting used to this chasing business lol) and they have written my referral. Hopefully my seminar will be soon and I'll be on my way. I have been told the wait could be up to 12 months but I'm in it for the long haul.
I'll keep you all updated on my progress!
Good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!