"He is very nice, but very straight forward. He knows why you need the surgery.
It is up to you to get a letter of referral from your primary doctor. With a list of co-morbities reasons & why you didn't do well with diet programs.That is to get the insurance part started.
So far no surgeon problems. Only one visit.
I have 2 problems with my primary medical doctor.
1) He feels this type of surgery is too dangerous, so is refusing that type of referral letter.
2) He wants me to start a diet or weight management program that does not accept Medicare or Insurance coverage; Cash only!
He was not my medical doctor when I was on other diet programs. My doctor retired & that was why I switched doctors. Now I need to find a doctor that understands the need for this type of surgery.
I want the surgery.
The surgeon has great office staff. Friendly & helpful.
He has general meetings before & after surgery, plus check-ups.
I need to get to know the surgeon before I can give extra comments.
Right now I have other problems to overcome."
