Guest guest Posted December 29, 2000 Report Share Posted December 29, 2000 Lynette, Did I understand correctly that you are having the MGB with a doctor in VA? Other than curiosity, I'm asking because I live in an NC county that borders Virginia and might run across folks who want the surgery in VA. What part of the state? Thanks, Beverly in NC MGB: 12/5/00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 29, 2000 Report Share Posted December 29, 2000 Hi Beverly, my name is . I just saw an ad for MGB. I live in N.J. and Virginia would be better for me. Did your friend ever give you the name of the Dr. in Virginia? How long ago did you have your operation and what are your results? I'd appreciate hearing from you, Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 30, 2000 Report Share Posted December 30, 2000 Beverly, Sorry to say, I am not having the MGB, but the RNY. My PCP referred me to a Dr. in VA Beach, VA. He spent about 45 min to an hour talking with me about the procedure, the risks and benefits, and was impressed with the info I got from Dr. R's site. He was glad that I had taken the time to investigate and be sure that WLS was something that I wanted (as well as needed). I see him again on Jan 8 for my pre-admit appointment, then my surgery is set for Jan 11. He talked with me about the MGB/RNY and of course with all surgeries there is a risk. If I could afford the " down payment " , time off work to travel, room expenses and all I would have gone to Dr. R in NC, but as it is I can't. I didn't have any problems with my PCP, he is supportive also, nor did I have problems with the insurance, was approved the first time around (it did take them about 45 days to approve me). I hope you find what you are looking for, it is a long hard row to hoe. Check all your options, funds, etc. I am glad to have found this site and some of the people in it. Best of luck to you!!! LYnnette WLS 1/11/01 MGB in Virginia? Lynette, Did I understand correctly that you are having the MGB with a doctor in VA? Other than curiosity, I'm asking because I live in an NC county that borders Virginia and might run across folks who want the surgery in VA. What part of the state? Thanks, Beverly in NC MGB: 12/5/00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 30, 2000 Report Share Posted December 30, 2000 Best of luck to you, Lynette. What a great way to start a New Year. Please let us know how all goes with you and let us know your progress as you make your way down this WLS road. PhillyJude MGB 11-3-00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 30, 2000 Report Share Posted December 30, 2000 Beverly, Sorry to say, I am not having the MGB, but the RNY. My PCP referred me to a Dr. in VA Beach, VA. He spent about 45 min to an hour talking with me about the procedure, the risks and benefits, and was impressed with the info I got from Dr. R's site. He was glad that I had taken the time to investigate and be sure that WLS was something that I wanted (as well as needed). I see him again on Jan 8 for my pre-admit appointment, then my surgery is set for Jan 11. He talked with me about the MGB/RNY and of course with all surgeries there is a risk. If I could afford the " down payment " , time off work to travel, room expenses and all I would have gone to Dr. R in NC, but as it is I can't. I didn't have any problems with my PCP, he is supportive also, nor did I have problems with the insurance, was approved the first time around (it did take them about 45 days to approve me). I hope you find what you are looking for, it is a long hard row to hoe. Check all your options, funds, etc. I am glad to have found this site and some of the people in it. Best of luck to you!!! LYnnette WLS 1/11/01 MGB in Virginia? Lynette, Did I understand correctly that you are having the MGB with a doctor in VA? Other than curiosity, I'm asking because I live in an NC county that borders Virginia and might run across folks who want the surgery in VA. What part of the state? Thanks, Beverly in NC MGB: 12/5/00<br clear=all><hr>Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at <a href= " http://explorer.msn.com " >http://explorer.msn.com</a><br></p> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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