Hello Susan, welcome to obesityhelp.com! You have made the best decision in choosing Dr. DeWitt! He is a great man, and an awesome doctor! The man has a blessed gift! He also has no problem conferring with other specialist about your case and having them check in on you, i.e. heart doctor, medicine specialist, etc. to make sure you receive the absolute best care possible. May your journey towards the losing side be safe and easy. God Bless, Nick & Sherry Marter (Selma, AL) Nick's Pre-Surgery weight 620lbs - RNY (Lap) Aug. 17, 2004