Guest guest Posted August 24, 2004 Report Share Posted August 24, 2004 Let me give you all some cold hard facts: Out of 1000 Dr's that may perform this surgery EIGHTY are actually qualified. Out of that 80 only 20% do the proper presurgical and post surgical procedures ie Psych evaluations, dieticians, 2 year follow up with all of the above etc. That means that according to the New England Journal of Medicine only SIXTEEN surgeons out of ONE THOUSAND are actually a safe bet to work with for any type of GPS...and don't even get me started about those of you who would be willing to go to some third world country for something this serious, SHEESH! Just because the TRUTH about this surgery and the PROPER precare and post care may not agree with who you used or what you eat or how you act does not make it any less TRUTH! This type of surgery has been performed since the early 60's on an experimental basis and then regularly as of the early 70's and there is PLENTY of evidence to support all of what is and what is NOT healthy habits post surgery. Any questions? Too bad, I don't give answers, only facts! If ANY of you have any problems post op whether you hear it is common or not CALL YOUR DOCTOR and don't waste time. A good surgeon will be happy you called and happy to take a moment to calm your worries or advise you medically. and of those of you who are wondering and the hundreds who have written me asking me to come back here, the answer is YES, it is me...or rather, I. Sorry for the grammar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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