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Question about pre op testing with Dr Thirlby in Seattle WA.

Help! Has anyone used Dr. Thirlby in Seattle for an open RNY? What type of pre-op testing did he do?    — Stephanie S. (posted on July 29, 2002)

July 29, 2002
I have not used your DR, but know of people who have, and they are quite pleased, and are doing very well. Is there a phone number for his nurse that you could call for specific information? Good luck to you!
   — januaryrn

July 30, 2002
I had Dr. Thirlby as my surgeon. I had bloodwork, ultrasound, visit with the nutritionist and that was basically it. If you have other problems like diabetes, heart, etc., he will perform more tests as needed. He doesn't have you do a psych eval although your insurance may require it. Mine didn't. All these tests were done at the pre-op appts. You can email me at [email protected] if you have any more questions.
   — Kris T.