Guest guest Posted August 6, 2000 Report Share Posted August 6, 2000 Hi Joni I just read over my Dr.s letter, and it is not all that detailed. I had my OB-GYN write the letter since I have used her as my PCP for the last 4 years. She described me weight , obviously, and the methods of weight control I have been on in the past under her supervision. She wrote short 2-5 sentence segments on each of the follwoing headings: Past medical history - only my C-Section, otherwise I have no major history, Family History (again, major things) Allergies (none) and Social History: basically that I am married, non-smoker,occasional alcohol drinker, no drug abuse other then prescribed drugs. A summary of my most recent exam. She then supported that she agreed I should be considered for the surgery, adn that she would support me. After I sent my packet in, Debbie called to tell me an OB-GYN could not be the supporting physician . .which I was bummed about since she is the only Dr. I have seen over the last 4 years! So, I went back to the Dr. I used before her, which I didnt like too much, told her what was going on, showed her my OB-GYN's letter as well as my 3 ring binder of research, she hand wrote a note on a prescription pad stating that she is willing to follow me after released by Dr. R and monitor lab work as indicated and she is available for needed medical problems. I faxed this, and got scheduled the same day they got that letter. The biggest part they want to know is that there is a Dr to help you back home, and even more important is the letter you write! Let me know if I Can help with anything else! L. TeacherGator*aol.com mgb 7-20-00 22 lbs gone! : ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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