Questions I should ask my surgeon?

[Mick78 1]

Hello everyone,

I am going to talk to my surgeon for the first time, and I was wondering what question would be good to ask. I hear nothing but good stuff about Dr. Kim of Florida hospital, but still I want to make sure he has his precudure locked down. While I was lurking around I saw people talking about boughie size and sewing the staple line. Basically questions like that, someone give me a list and make it easier for me.:thumbup1: This site is extremely helpful and it has made this surgery possible for me. I would have never pursued this surgery if it was not for this site.

Thanks Everyone:thumbup:

[Tiffykins 673]

How many sleeves he's performed?

How many leaks/complications?

What size bougie?

Follow up care, labs when will they be pulled?

How many nights in the hospital?

How many leak tests?

Post-op diet?

Goal weight expectations?

Do you oversew or use glue on the staple line?

Will you use my old lap scars from my band surgery? (this one won't apply to most)

I asked a bunch of questions pertaining to my personal eating habits, my lifestyle, and my previous health issues.

[Mick78 1]

Thanks a lot Tiff you made it a lot easier for me. I noticed that you try to help a lot of people here, and you even have helped me without actually knowing it. I have read many of your post and replies, learning alot in the process.

Thanks alot, Mark:thumbup:

[Tiffykins 673]

You betcha Mark. Anytime, this place was my saving grace through my revision and recovery so I just try to help where/when I can.

If you ever need anything, feel free to post away, or message me.