"When I first learned of the VSG about 15 months ago, I was researching the lap-band. I came across VSG on the OH message board. I started researching this option. I came across Dr. Pleatman's name very early in my research and found out that he had a self-pay discount price for people whose insurance wouldn't cover weight-loss surgery.rnrnI contacted Dr. Pleatman and gave him my basic information, including my weight, BMI, current health issues and asked if I would be a candidate for this surgery. He immediately responded and told me I was a perfect candidate. Well, after many months and several let downs with money, things have finally started to come together.rnrnAs far as POH, I have read the reviews of the hospital and they have been mixed. I have discussed my concerns with Dr. Pleatman. He put my fears to rest. He said he would order a morpheine pump post-op if I wanted one. He said that Monday and Tuesday surgeries have a good chance of getting private rooms, but if I did have a room-mate and it was a bad experience, that he would have me moved. Everytime I have had a concern, he has addressed it. I feel very confident that I am in good hands.rnrnI am traveling from south GA, so it is right at a thousand miles for me. My PCP has agreed to support me in my decision, although he was a little reluctant at first. I will be staying in MI almost a week after surgery to be sure that I have no complications before returning home.rnrnIf you have any other questions, please just ask!rn"
