Danielle Hodgins
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Rochester General Hospital
"This hospital was top-notch. Everything from Dr. Pennino and his surgical team, all of the nurses and techs, the accomodations & care - it was absolutely awesome from start to finish. I felt totally confident in the hospital, staff, facilities and especially my surgeon Dr. Pennino."

Ralph Pennino
"Had my abdominoplasty 3/7/05. Dr. Pennino did an AMAZING job. I have a full anchor incision - and a totally flat, hard tummy with NO extra skin at all. He wasn't lying when he said ' you can bounce a quarter off that baby!' The pain was - well not even pain - I would just say 'discomfort'. It has been a breeze, really! Thank you so much Dr. Pennino!!!! I would HIGHLY recommend Dr. Pennino of the Pastic Surgery Group of Rochester. He is amazingly talented and highly skilled. He understands the needs of a post-WLS patient. His bedside manner and post op care is excellent. He and his entire staff are top notch - I wouldn't go anywhere else!"

William O'Malley
"It's discouraging that the wait is so long, but Dr. O'Malley is the best around. He is very thorough and professional, so it is worth the wait. My consultation with him was about 45 minutes in the waiting room, and about 3 minutes with him. He asked me a few questions, and checked me over. I had no questions because I have been researching this for almost a year - and he explained everything again in the group meeting. From risks, to how the procedure is done, to how you succeed or fail - nothing is left unsaid. Diane at the office has also been very knowledgeable, professional and thorough. I feel very confident with my choice of surgeons. "

Highland Hospital
"Surgery day was very smooth. Everyone was very well prepared, and every step went without a hitch. I opted for a private room and I am so very glad I did. I was very rested, and received excellent care. Rooms could be temperature controlled individually, so it was great to have the air blasting. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay! Prior to surgery my thoughts were: Very slow in outpatient admissions. Also, the chairs for the group session were quite small. Although I fit fine, I noticed they were way to small for some people and I felt really bad. Duh. Why not get bigger chairs w/ no arms??"
About Me
My Happy Place, NY
Location
22.0
BMI
RNY
Surgery
08/19/2003
Surgery Date
Jan 15, 2003
Member Since
Before & After
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August 2003, The day before surgery
278lbs
July 2004, 11 months post op, loss of 147 lbs.
131lbs
Friends 210
Latest Blog 13
4 & 1/2 Years Out
The Low-Down...a bump in the road almost 4 years out
November 2006
August 19 2006 - 3 year Anniversary
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