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Sorry to hear about your negative experience. I think you could have been very happy with the Sadi but like everything else, we're all dependent on the people we trust.
If done correctly the upside of Sadi is fewer vitamins, lower surgery risk and less malabsorption issues. I think the actual weight loss is similar.
I agree but I have to hesitate snd post about what CAN happen if it is done incorrectly.
It would seem a bit strange to consult with Roslin if he doesn't do the original DS. I have heard from a number of people online that he doesn't, and that is the surgery that im looking for. Im not interested in the bypass due to excessive reports of dumping syndrome, which I do not want. The sleeve doesn't provide enough weight loss for my situation (5'9 310 lbs) and from what I read over on the facebook DS groups the modified version doesn't seem to provide the same malabsorption.
I'm willing to incur higher risks for more weight loss/keeping more weight off long term.
Have you consulted with Dr. Roslin? While recently he has been developing and promoting the SADI, primarily it seems as a mainstream replacement for the RNY, he has long been a strong advocate of the BPD/DS within the ASMBS community. I have also seen discussions online where he had been recommending the RNY for a patient, though that is far from his normal preference - it was, in his opinion (and other DS docs that were consulted as well,) the appropriate thing for that patient's cir****tances, so he certainly isn't a one trick pony. As much as I respect Drs. Keshishian and Rabkin, having dealt with both, if I were in the NY area, I would certainly consult with Dr. Roslin before going across the country, particularly with the insurance complications that would be involved. I may not ultimately go with Roslin, but I would sure want to consider his opinion on my needs.
Does anyone know if Drs. Pomp or Herron are still in circulation, or retired? They are both NYC surgeons who have come up in the past here as being old timers with the BPD/DS, and would also be worth checking out before heading cross country.
1st support group/seminar - 8/03 (has it been that long?)
Wife's DS - 5/05 w Dr. Robert Rabkin VSG on 5/9/11 by Dr. John Rabkin
you're actually going to the RIGHT doctor. Dr. K in California (as well as Dr. Rabkin, also in California) are two of the top surgeons in the country for this, from what I understand.
I have zero intentions of doing the modified DS as many have made clear that it hasn't stood the test of time the way the regular DS has and you don't get the same extent of malabsorption which is crucial for keeping the weight off. From what i've heard, Roslin doesn't do the original DS
You're going to the wrong Dr. I also live in NY area and had the Sadi DS almost 7 years ago. It was a fantastic life changing experience. If my Dr only did Sadi DS, I would not recommend him. Your Dr must be fully capable of performing all wls at a high competency level with tons of experience.
My Surgeon was Mitch Roslin at Lenox Hill Hospital in NYC. He handles Medicaid patients and pretty much any medical situation.
Hello everyone,
After researching the various weight loss surgeries I have decided that the original duodenal switch operation is best in line with what I want in terms of weight loss. The problem is that I live in NY, and only the modified version is offered here. After doing research, I found Dr Keshishian in California, who seems to be very credible with alot of experience with the DS operation. However, I am trying to find a way to get insurance approval. I am currently on medicaid and it is highly unlikely that they would approve an out of state operation. I can afford private insurance, but am unsure of how I would go about getting the out of state approval that I need. I thought about getting insurance in California, but I would need state Residence and would have to live there. Any advice on what I could do would be MASSIVELY appreciated.
Sorry to hear about your negative experience. I think you could have been very happy with the Sadi but like everything else, we're all dependent on the people we trust.
If done correctly the upside of Sadi is fewer vitamins, lower surgery risk and less malabsorption issues. I think the actual weight loss is similar.
Has anyone had the SADI surgery?
My surgeon has suggested it for me.
I think it is a modified DS.
I had the Sadi done , incorrectly. I had to revise to a real Hess DS procedure.
the incorrect procedure caused me to have bile reflux, which is different than acid reflux. Make sure your surgeon is well versed on how to do the procedure.
I'm in my 7th year post Sadi. It was extremely effective for me, lost 150lbs in 12 months, can eat virtually anything and stay within same weight range.
Most wls can be effective if you're committed. I would not listen to your doctors recommendation unless he is also an expert on Hess DS. Otherwise you'll get a dr recommending Sadi because he doesn't know other options.
My dr could perform any wls well so his recommendation had real value for me.
