How to decide on a surgeon?

[jenleigh526 1]

How did you decide on your surgeon? There are several in the Nashville area that I am considering for one reason or another but

I just don't know who to pick...

I am hoping to have my surgery by the end of the year so would it make more sense to go with a surgeon who didn't use a hospital but rather a surgery center?

I talked to the one hospital where I have been to their consultation and staff told me it would be possible to have surgery this year but no guarantee as my 90 day program would complete in early November.

Cost is important because I must pay 10% (90 - 10 plan)... But if I wait until next year I have to pay the deductible again.

Any recommendations/help would be appreciated,

[SmallerChristie 0]

I was referred to my surgeon by my primary care provider.

[irene2502 0]

I did alot of research on this site for my surgeon. I went to 2 separate consults with different surgeons. I went with the surgeon who made me the most comfortable and had the best reviews. good luck

[reverie 49]

I did some research, looked at online doctor reviews, and in the end came here and asked about my surgeon. It's definitely important to do some research!

[pickles123 0]

A lot of doctors have seminars that you can go to.

Also I ruled out one doctor by going to her support group. We were invited to attend before surgery and you really find out at lot at these things. I found out that she really only had a part time staff and also that they were training office staff (not even RN's) to do the fills and even then you could not get in for a month or more. I cancelled my surgery and went somewhere else and I have been very happy.

Go a little early to the groups, this is when all the people complain.

Edited August 26, 2010 by pickles123

[papoose 48]

I checked insurance company (Aetna) website and to whose name came out. Then I went to his seminar. Made an appointment for consultation and from their decided he was the one. Him and his staff are very nice and professional.