Guest guest Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 I had not discussed my decision to be banded in Mexico with my (new old) PCP yet so I went in yesterday to touch base with him and let him know what I was doing. He was quite positive and excited for me...needless to say, I was in shock with his attitude after reading and hearing about so many negative attitudes in the medical community regarding treatment in Mexico. He asked a few questions about having the pre-op done and how I chose Dr. Aceves, asked me to check in with him after shortly the surgery and congratulated me on my decision. Now I wish everyone could have a doctor like mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 Thanks great news. My PCP is the same way. I told him ahead of time, and he said the only thing he wanted was to do the pre-op tests. I asked him which tests he wanted to do, and they are all tests Dr. A does the day before. He agreed with me that the local (Los Angeles) doctors are slimy when it comes to bands. He has been very supportive. I saw him a couple of weeks ago and showed him the scars and told him how great the experience was with Dr. A. Everyone was recently sharing about if they told people they were having the surgery. I didn't tell most folks. But I've found that each time I tell a new person, they usually follow up with " oh, I know someone who's considering that, can I have them call you? " . So now I'm starting to think I should tell more people, since I have no problem talking to someone who is considering having it done. For me, it's kinda like passing on the help I've received here on the board. And I know what a hard decision it is and how hard it is to find good information about the procedure. Sharon > > > > I had not discussed my decision to be banded in Mexico with my (new > old) PCP yet so I went in yesterday to touch base with him and let him > know what I was doing. > > He was quite positive and excited for me...needless to say, I was in > shock with his attitude after reading and hearing about so many > negative attitudes in the medical community regarding treatment in > Mexico. > > He asked a few questions about having the pre-op done and how I chose > Dr. Aceves, asked me to check in with him after shortly the surgery and > congratulated me on my decision. > > Now I wish everyone could have a doctor like mine. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 I decided not to tell my PCP until after I had the surgery. I had even changed to this one because the one before did not support the surgery at all. But, I didn't even want to deal with it so I waited until about 5 months after. At that time I was down about 50 pounds and feeling really good. She was very happy for me but just said I was "very brave!" So, whatever..... At least I'm not taking antidepressants and all that other stuff that was maybe going to help me get motivated to lose weight.DanaOn Mar 4, 2008, at 10:08 AM, blackfeet61 wrote:I had not discussed my decision to be banded in Mexico with my (new old) PCP yet so I went in yesterday to touch base with him and let him know what I was doing.He was quite positive and excited for me...needless to say, I was in shock with his attitude after reading and hearing about so many negative attitudes in the medical community regarding treatment in Mexico.He asked a few questions about having the pre-op done and how I chose Dr. Aceves, asked me to check in with him after shortly the surgery and congratulated me on my decision.Now I wish everyone could have a doctor like mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 4, 2008 Report Share Posted March 4, 2008 I too have been surprised to my dr.s response she was very supportive however she did have me go thru some tests to make her feel better that i would be ok for the procedure. It is wonderful to have her support . She is even sitting me up with a diet tician so I will have some support when I need it. I cant wait to go to her afterwards she wants to do my incesion check for me about a week out, Lucky to have her, Marie Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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