The recent statistics show that the rate of obesity among adults in California has increased to 20%, which indicates a twofold increase in just 20 years. 1 800 GET THIN is a company committed to helping patients suffering from obesity, especially patients who also suffer from obesity-related comorbid conditions. In the belief that it will assist in inversing the upward trend of obesity in California, 1800 GET THIN creates marketing campaigns with the purpose of informing the public about medically accepted alternatives to a lifelong obesity.
Also, to assist prospective LAP BAND patients, 1800GET THIN analyzes their insurance policy for any obesity-related benefits. 1800GETTHIN believes obesity is a health condition as serious as any other acquired disease. Obesity increases the chance of developing obesity-related comorbid conditions. Hypertension, diabetes and sleep apnea are among these conditions. Although many health insurance companies cover the treatments needed for a patient with lung cancer caused by heavy smoking, or liver problems caused by years of drinking, some companies refuse to cover the treatment of obesity-related comorbid conditions with LAP-BAND® surgery. This is despite the fact that these conditions can be eliminated as a result of weight loss with LAP-BAND® and there is documented success for it.
Interested and pre-approved LAP-BAND® patients can attend LAP-BAND® seminars sponsored by 1 800 GET THIN. In these seminars, which are presented by independent, certified LAP-BAND® surgeons, the patients can review their medical history with an independent doctor and together determine whether this surgery could be helpful for them.
