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POuch  stretching that I'm talking about was because I was unable to eat or drink, my stomach was to small and every time I ate I was sick! My food was sitting in my chest because their was nowhere for Tito go. So the dr stretched my pouch so I could eat! As far as eatting to much I think we all feel that way after some time passes as long as u stick to portion control and the rules ur dr set for u the u will be fine.

Yes he does. Our office # is 860-347-9168

Thank you! You're right...everyone I have met so far has been super nice. I like Danbury Hospital -- it helps that I only live 10 minutes away too!

I really like both doctors. I haven't decided which surgery I want to have yet -- it's a toss up between RNY and VSG. I guess when I finally make that decision I'll want to know which doc has more experience in that type of surgery.

I have my appointment with the NP on 4/24 -- I'm so excited!

Anna

Thanks for the info. I'm gonna have to try them out soon. Thanks again

Hello!

Just beginning my journey for WLS and was wondering if anyone could share their personal experiences with either Dr. Zuccala or Dr. Choi at Danbury Hospital?

Thanks!
Anna

 Hi I can't bash their work at Yale but I've had two different appt with two different drs their both time I was not happy and they were rude and had no clue! But I didn't see the dr u want! They don't show pics at all and I search online for along time on info couldn't find anything but u should look around theirs many dr out their u just need to call and ask if the take ur insurance my going for my tt on the 27 with dr Brucato and I'm still looking for someone to do my thighs! If u call ur insurance or if they have a website u should be able to find alist of drs that r covered. Good luck shop around

Hi ... I too had the wonderful Dr. Bell.  I had my tummy tuck after a year and a half.  Did not have Dr. Alex AU.  I had Dr. Richard Restifo, who was just as wonderful as Dr. Bell!  I am sure you can find information about Dr. AU on Yale's website.  Good luck and keep up the good work!

Hiya and an early Welcome to CT!
I love my surgeon Laura Choi from Danbury Hsp., she was ranked one of the best surgeons in the Country. She is very loyal and she treats her patients with love and affection. Good luck

Dr. Aranow,

I read and reread your statement and I just had revision from RNY to DS which has proven to be one of the most effective revision surgeries. The doctor explained how Lapband, VSG, RNY, and DS worked and after listening to him I am wondering why any doctor would recommend lapband or RNY to a patient. DS seems to be the most effective and if I had the choice back in 2004 I would have chosen this surgery but many doctors do not have the experience in performing this so they do not advise their patients of the surgery. I do not believe I was a failure but I do feel as if my surgery failed me which is quite a common theme in RNY patients. My stretch stoma was not a behavior issue. I really don't have any a question, I am just wondering why you are saying there are no effective revision procedures when there are. 

 Congratulations!!  Lisa C had some great advice--I agree with her!!  I'm more than 18 months out and still doing great but have stopped loosing.  I'm trying not to re-gain but it's nice to have a cushion.  Loose as much as possible in the first 18 months!!  Then you can cruise a bit more.  All the best!!