Question:
military surgeons hospitals

Hi I wanna do RNY and have Tricare-- having issues with 1st civilian surgeon (told me tricare basically sucks at reimbursement) anyone had surgery at a military hospital near NJ. Pls help    — magikwoman (posted on August 28, 2006)

August 29, 2006
Kelly- I used to work at a military installation (until a couple of months ago) the only adivce I have pertains to the one I worked at- the surgeons who did these types of surgiers were general surgeons who did them occasionally and the preop educational program was very short (I had a years work up outside so was well prepared for what was to come)- while they were good general surgeons they had limited experience with bariatric surgery and I have seen several friends have from minor to major problems post op. For my health and peace of mind I would go to a specialty surgeon who does these type of surgeries on a routine basis.
   — dabby