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Topic: RE: Psych Eval?
ok... I went to him too.... I needed the sign off...but ladies... he is a complete Wackadoodle.....
I have been in therapy for years with a real therapist and have exp with Psychiatrists thru family members...trust me I know a wackadoodle and he is one..just get him to sign off and run
CC
Oh, we also call Pdocs like him ninny docs....
I have been in therapy for years with a real therapist and have exp with Psychiatrists thru family members...trust me I know a wackadoodle and he is one..just get him to sign off and run
CC
Oh, we also call Pdocs like him ninny docs....
Topic: RE: Surgeon Recommendations for a VSG?
SW 301/CW 205/GW 150
gallbladder removal and hernia repair 6/3/2011
I love the office staff at Dr. William Johnson's practice. I also have been very happy with Emory Johns Creek where I had my RNY, one ER visit (which they immediately worked with his practice to ensure all tests were gastric bypass friendly) and one gall bladder removal.
SW 301/CW 205/GW 150
gallbladder removal and hernia repair 6/3/2011
Topic: RE: Dr. Steinberg
I only know what I have read about Macik and have heard good things about him.
Dr. Steinberg performed my RYN surgery two years ago and I have been very happy with him and with the responsiveness of his staff. He also removed my gallbladder a few months ago and Dr. Rashid performed breast surgery on me almost a year ago. These docs are the best and I would trust them with my life.
Phone calls were always returned promptly and medical issues were dealt with appropriately. I can't say eought good things about them.
Dr. Steinberg performed my RYN surgery two years ago and I have been very happy with him and with the responsiveness of his staff. He also removed my gallbladder a few months ago and Dr. Rashid performed breast surgery on me almost a year ago. These docs are the best and I would trust them with my life.
Phone calls were always returned promptly and medical issues were dealt with appropriately. I can't say eought good things about them.
HW 240/ SW 229/ GW 146/CW 125; OH Support Group Leader
Starting size: 18W-20; Present size: 0 or 2; 5'5-1/2" tall.
Current BMI 20.4 as of 2/13/2013 (normal for the first time in my life).
Goal weight reached on 8/12/2010; As of 1/13/2013, 21 pounds below goal
Topic: RE: Moving to Georgia next month from Pittsburgh need to meet new friends
Thank you for the info I am leaving pa on jan 21, I am renting a house in austell ga, Cobb county. I can't wait to come and meet some new friends. My motto this year is new body, new life, new year, new job
Topic: RE: DS docs in Georgia?
So sorry I am just now seeing this. I had my DS with Dr. Maynard. He is a very caring a terrific surgeon. And although I had a complication a couple of days after my surgery, it had nothing to do with the DS and was not caused by my surgeon. Dr. Maynard took swift action and treated the issue. Despite the fact that it set back my recovery somewhat, I have been right as rain ever since and have no regrets.
That being said, I agree with LaShelle that Dr. Smith is probably the best DS surgeon in Georgia and possibly the southeast. And if all things had been in place when I was getting the DS and I could have gotten him with my insurance, he would have been my first choice simply because he performs the DS lap and he pioneered the lap procedure and trains other surgeons in doing the DS including my surgeon, Dr. Maynard.
So that's my 2 cents and I hope that helps you. Good luck on your decision.
Lia
That being said, I agree with LaShelle that Dr. Smith is probably the best DS surgeon in Georgia and possibly the southeast. And if all things had been in place when I was getting the DS and I could have gotten him with my insurance, he would have been my first choice simply because he performs the DS lap and he pioneered the lap procedure and trains other surgeons in doing the DS including my surgeon, Dr. Maynard.
So that's my 2 cents and I hope that helps you. Good luck on your decision.
Lia
Starting weight & height: 265/5' 8.5; Goal weight: 160; Current weight: 155
Topic: RE: NEED PCP that is familiar with WLS with Kaiser
If you are still looking I have Kaiser insurance and have a GREAT PCP at the Gwinnett office :)
Topic: RE: Psych Eval?
went to Dr. Santavicca...he is wonderful!! He gives you great advice but talks alot..Good luck!
Topic: RE: Reflecting on the journey...
:)
I walked hours every night post-op, and I credit that for most of my sucess... seriously. I put my son to sleep at 8:30pm and immediately left to walk, and was rarely home before 11pm. I did that for months, until I had lost enough weight to do other forms of exercise (running, climbing, judo).
The food matters, but the exercise saved me :p
I walked hours every night post-op, and I credit that for most of my sucess... seriously. I put my son to sleep at 8:30pm and immediately left to walk, and was rarely home before 11pm. I did that for months, until I had lost enough weight to do other forms of exercise (running, climbing, judo).
The food matters, but the exercise saved me :p
Mom to Sy, partner to Pork, Psych grad student, Judoka, Living the DREAM!!!
Topic: RE: Reflecting on the journey...
I was Sept 1st of 10, and have had a pretty easy time of things. I have never tracked calories at all, only protein - I workout every day, so calories aren't reallly of concern to me :p
Good luck taming the regain - work hard and you'll do well!
Good luck taming the regain - work hard and you'll do well!
Mom to Sy, partner to Pork, Psych grad student, Judoka, Living the DREAM!!!
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