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Nissim Geron
At first I was sceptical as I was really hoping to have my surgery (revision) in Jerusalem but after the original surgeon cancelled my op, I was back on the search.
When I returned, Dr. Geron was direct and honest about the risks in this being my 3rd WLS yet comforting at the same time.
The office staff is nice . My only problem was that I needed the secretary (and the surgeon was on vacation) and she was out due to a family death. But when Dr. Geron returned, I met with him in his office -and not his clinic.
People in Israel needing a revision should know about him and his hospital. Not everyone should have to go only to a hospital in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem to get quality care. It also exists in the northern part of the country.
I have my 2nd appointment after surgery coming up. As my incisioned opened to a seroma, I am seeing him one week after release from hospital and then two weeks later.
When in hospital, the dietician sat with me for more than half an hour privately while I was hospitalized explaining and answering my questions.
The surgical ward is smaller than some other hospitals I had visited. This contributed to a "family" atmosphere between patients and nurses and even the doctors. If a patient happened to be out of the room during Rounds, a doctor would find them and motion for them to return to their room. Nothing was done in rebuke.
Member Interests
  • Computers & Internet - I seem to be addicted to my computer!I log onto OH, and a few Hebrew forums. I B
  • Hobbies - I collect MAGNETS - most of my fridge is covered and friends send me every now a
  • Writing - I write for a couple of blogs and I keep sending short articles out in the hope
  • Music - I enjoy listening to Country and Jewich Modern.
  • Volunteerism - I volunteer in my local English library three times a week when I'm not running
  • Jewish - I live in Tzfat, Israel up North.
  • Language - I speak English and Hebrew. In other words, I am "illiterate" in both languages.
  • Judaism - I am Jewish and try to follow the rules of being a mentsch!

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  • Comment by anewbecboo on 1/29/08 12:24 am
    Mikimi, your big day is almost here~woo hoo!!! I'm so excited for you!!! I will be praying for a successful surgery, a smooth and speedy recovery, and the ability to use your tool for optimal success for a healthier and thinner new you! Refua Shelaima and God bless your journey! big hugs, Becky
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Starting Over Again
on November 30, 2007 4:54 am
About 3 weeks ago my surgeon wrote me an email in response to mine stating that due to a case similar to mine and its difficulty and complications he has decided that he does not feel comfortable,capable, competent to do my op at this time.
I immediately contacted him; begged him to speak with a doc in another hospital in Jerusalem. He did. And then I spoke with the other doc. He was hesitant and cautious if he would be able to handle my case. He was not even sure if anyone in the country could.
Later that night I wrote to him on his forum asking "what if any, are the risks to me and my body if I do nothing?" He responded that I may come to his clinic but to bring all medical papers and discs/documents and we would see if there is anything that can be done to help me.
I have an appointment this coming Monday the 3rd of December.
My next post will hopefully be giving an update.
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And the Waiting Continues
on November 8, 2007 4:47 am
The waiting is the worst part.
I seem to have written a discrepancy between my intro and my post on my surgery date. The actual surgery will be 24 December, but in Israel' one often is admitted to hospital the day before the operation.
My GERD, in my opinion has worsened. At times it has also gone up my nose. Not to mention the annoyance of waking several times in the middle of the night due to the symptoms of GERD.
I am now at the point of "count-down" (or is it up) to surgery date.
46 more days.
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