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William S. Peters
My first impression of Dr. Peters was a very good one. He is very understanding and compassionate and truly cares about the well being of his patients. His wife Robbie (nurse and office manager) is just as caring. They make a wonderful team. They are easy to talk to and are very down to earth.rnrnDr. Peters is very experienced and makes you feel confident in his abilities as a skilled surgeon. He discussed all of the weight loss surgeries to me and together we decided that the DS was the best choice for me. He explains all of the risks and makes sure that you understand about the choices you are making.rnrn I traveled all the way from Florida to Scranton, PA. to be able to have my surgery performed by Dr. Peters and I would do it all over again in a heartbeat. I definitely recommend Dr. Peters and I just wish that I was closer so I could have that closer interaction as I progress with my weight loss. I stay updated and in contact with them by phone calls but I truly miss the in person interaction. rnrnMy overall rating of Dr. Peters is EXCELLENT! rnI am proud to say that he is my surgeon!
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Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by First Name Last Name on 1/28/08 11:33 am
    I'm sending lots of love and luck your way for an uneventful surgery and a speedy-quick recovery! Can't wait to see you on the other side!
  • Comment by Dreamy on 1/28/08 10:43 am
    Good luck with your surgery! Recover quickly! I look forward to hearing from you on the losing side! ~~~Dreamy
  • Comment by J P. on 1/28/08 9:58 am
    I'm sending lots of thoughts and prayers your way as you start your new journey! Best wishes, Jessica
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Hello,
Thanks for stopping by. My name is Renee. I am married and have one adult son. I live in Central Florida. I was a self-pay patient since my insurance excluded any type of weight loss surgery. 

I did a lot of researching of the different types of weight loss surgery and once I learned about the Duodenal Switch, I knew it was the best choice for me. I encourage everyone considering having surgery to extensively do your research and make an informed decision. You are making a decision that will affect the rest of your life. The surgery itself is just an event that comes and goes rather quickly. The lifestyle that comes after surgery is forever!

I had my consultation with Dr. William S. Peters in Scranton, Pennsylvania on October 18, 2007, I knew then that he was my choice in surgeons. My surgery was January 28, 2008.

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4 Years Post-OP...All Is Well!
on January 29, 2012 6:51 am
 It's my 4 yr. Surgiversary. I am below goal. Last year I was about 10 pounds heavier. I am a firm believer that our DS works as long as we are willing to work it! My labs are good, I feel good and my life has taken an abosolute turn in the right direction!. I am SO thankful for the friends I have met along the way....You make me what I am today...Love to you all, and thanks so much for all of the love and the support throughout the years! I truly and sincerely LOVE my DS!

 
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3 Years Post-Op Duodenal Switch and Maintaining!
on March 21, 2011 8:59 pm
 
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2 Year WLS Update & 14 weeks Post-op Arms & Thigh...
on January 28, 2010 11:07 am
I can hardly believe that it's been 2 years since having my DS. The time has literally flown by. I've done many updates over the course of the past 2 years so I'll keep it brief. My starting weight was 263 lbs. and this morning I weighed 137. My happy place is bouncing between 136-140 and I'm perfectly content in that range. I'm also 14 weeks post-op from my arm and inner thigh lift. I've had no complications related to those procedures and I've healed nicely.

I love being a part of these boards and I'm just amazed at the number of people finding out about and having the DS compared to when I first started my research. I remember when it would take a couple of days to fill up one page on the DS Board. It's great to see this wonderful surgery becoming more of the main stream and being able to share in the success of so many others just like me.

Thanks for all of the support and friendship that I've encountered along the way. You guys are truly family to me. I LOVE MY DS!
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Below are a few pictures taken today.





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4 Weeks Post-Op Brachioplasty and Inner Thigh Lift
on November 18, 2009 6:52 pm
These are some pictures...before and 4 weeks after from my arm and inner thigh lift.  I'm still a little bruised from the liposuction but healing is going well. My arms are still sore but they are getting better. I know the scars will continue to fade over time. Overall, I am very happy with my results. I feel like I have to explain the odd tan lines in the last thigh picture. My tan is very uneven from sitting in a lawn chair and not getting near enough on the backs of my legs. I know, it looks really strange...LOL







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Final Update on Mom, She Is At Peace.
on March 15, 2009 6:44 pm
Mother passed away peacefully Friday night 3/13/09 around 7:10. I was holding her and comforting her and told her it was okay for her to go. She drifted off without a struggle. I prayed that she wouldn't have a long time of suffering and I feel my prayers were answered. She passed away literally 2 weeks after meeting with the oncologist. I miss her terribly and my heart is broken.

We're having her service Tuesday and all of her children, grand-children and most of her great-grand-children will be present. I promised an update and I again wanted to say thank you for all of the love and support that has been shown to me during this difficult time. I hope to be back around more in the weeks to come.

Peace and love,

Renee
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