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Ronnie Keith
"My first impression of Dr. Keith was neither positive nor negative. They have a very regimented procedure (i.e. a battery of required pre-op testing and support group) I think is so important for success. The woman who facilitates their support groups is also a registered dietician - undoubtedly the most crucial link in his team. Dr. Keith actually had adjustable lap band surgery himself September 2002. If I had one concern it would be that he's not an M.D. I think a surgeon who performs such a delicate procedure ought to have as much training and practice that's available. I'm getting more comfortable with it. They're experienced surgeons, just relatively new to this WLS procedure. They take the laparoscope to a higher level in that instead of using a video monitor, they're equipped with 3-D goggles. Cool, huh? Very important: they insist on a high level of commitment and training from the hospital, nursing staff and ancilliary services. It's a whole program, not just a "treat 'em and street 'em" approach. They sponsor two support groups that meet weekly, and an online group has spawned off them with monthly face-to-face meetings. Continued support is so important to ensure our success! During the year after my surgery, I grew to like and respect Dr. Keith so much more. I had an unrelated bleeding ulcer four months post-op, and he provided good care for that. I think it's important that whoever you choose for your weight loss surgery, you spend lots of time researching the surgeon, his/her team and their entire program. They should have regular free educational seminars where you can talk to them and their patients. Of course their patients are going to think there's no other surgeon better qualified, but you can still get valuable information. If you have specific questions you'd like me to answer about Dr. Keith, just e-mail me."

Pure Whey Protein Stack
"I used this product pre- and post-op and four months post-op developed a bleeding ulcer that kept me in ICU for four days. My surgeon (Ronnie Keith, D.O.) told me he thought I might be the second patient in his bariatric program to have such a GI problem due to this protein supplement. Other patients take this with no problems whatsoever. Unfortunately, there are as many opinions about the need for protein supplement as there are bariatric programs. My surgeon even disagreed on the amount of supplement needed with his program coordinator, who is also a registered dietician. It's a kooky business out there! Once I came home from the hospital, I threw away all my cans of Pure Whey Protein Stack and never looked back."

Norman Regional Hospital (COE)
"The hospital has been undergoing major remodeling and expansion. It's very nice looking."

Carrie Watson
"Carrie is their Bariatric Program Coordinator, and she also facilitates the education seminars and twice weekly support groups. Her involvement is key to patient success."
About Me
Shawnee, OK
Location
23.1
BMI
RNY
Surgery
11/18/2002
Surgery Date
Oct 15, 2000
Member Since
Before & After
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Before surgery (11/02)
417 lbs.lbs
15 months post-op (02/04)
189 lbs.lbs
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