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Luciano A. DiMarco, D.O.
I really liked Dr. D'marco when I first met him. He was very laid back...but very confident in his knowledge. He introduced himself to both my mom and I. Started the meeting by first looking at the upper GI films that I had with me, then let me ask questions, filled in information, and gave me details to the surgery that I needed to know. Basically, he told me much of what I already knew...only because I have researched the surgery. But for someone who didn't have any knowledge of the surgery...he was thorough... very much so.

His office staff was very nice...they were easy to talk to and answered questions. One thing though, as a new patient, I do not know who functions in what capacity, and was a little put off at one point when I stated a concern and felt I was brushed off by a staff memeber. It turned out that she was the nutrionist, and had knowledge that i didn't...therefore she wasn't concerned. I would like to have been introduced to various members of the staff before hand. IF I had I would have understood better why she was stating what she said and why I needed to believe her.

Aftercare is provided by his staff...and emphasized. Both with himself, then later with his associate, Dr. Weiger and a nutrionist.

The risks of surgery were covered very well. He had a list of information that he covered... things that were risks along with things that were possible complications, and things that i as a patient would have to do as followup.


I definately got the impression that he as well as his staff would work hard on my behalf.

There is quite a wait to see him and to get appointments with his office. It seems to me that he has a large amount of patients. I also feel that his practice is worth the wait...but know you will be waiting.
Member Interests
  • Cats - I have three cats that I absolutely love...jelli, jazzy, and callie
  • Teaching - I teach deaf children
  • Computer Games - addicted to tetris and pogo.com
  • Radio & Television - give me music from the 60's and 70's and 80's
  • Volunteerism - I am the outreach coordinator for our local Special Olympics
  • Christianity - the lord is my strength and my salvation

Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by jfaria on 9/7/04 7:45 am
    Chelle, Congratulations - you are doing awesome! I can't believe the success that you've had - I can only hope that I am that lucky! I wanted to let you know that you might want to look into Curves. I have back issues from a car accident and some days are better than others. I joined Curves in July of this year and it went really well for me. (I can't wait unitl I am 6 weeks out, so I can go back). They suggest doing 3 circuits, but I was only doing 2 because that's about all my back could handle. If I did more, I wouldn't be able to walk the next day - literally. Try it out - it was the perfect choice for me and maybe it will be for you, too. Jen
  • Comment by Tracy B on 7/16/04 8:55 pm
    Chelle, It sounds like you're doing awesome! You should be so proud and happy :) I hope to join you on the losing side very soon! Enjoy your great accomplishments! Hugs, Tracy
  • Comment by brepau on 1/13/04 8:37 pm
    Hi Chelle , Just want ed to say Hope you have a smooth recovery and you are a big loser. Take care and Get Well Soon
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Chellie's Journey



Surgery Date
on December 5, 2003 12:00 am

I am SOOOOO EXCITED!!!! I finally have a surgery date... I started this process in January and now will go to the next step in January.... JANUARY 13th ... It is circled on my calendar. Wish it could have been before xmas so that I could have had an extra two weeks to heal... but I believe in God's plans for me and am sure it will be as HE wants it. So, I will trust in his plan for me.

Blessings for a happy and safe holiday for all,

Chellie

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