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I know that there a multitude of threads on here about questions to ask of the surgeon and the surgery center. I started a list of the ones I can find which I know is in no way or means comprehensive. But I'm hoping you guys can help me by adding to it. I'm meeting with my nutritionist on Tuesday and wanted to give her my list of questions so I can get the answers. I'm still in the pre-op stage, but I'm leaning heavily towards having the VSG done. So any help would be awesome because I already know what an awesome group you are. So here is my list:

1. How many sleeves has Dr. Q done?

2. What are his complication, leak and death statistics.

3. What size bougie is used?

4. How long is the hospital stay?

5. Does Dr. Q take an x-ray of the sleeve post-op?

6. How many leak tests are performed and at what points?

7. Does Dr. Q oversew or use glue on the staple line?

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Great list

What does the post-op follow up consist of, labs, access to nut and psych?

Post-op diet recommendations?

Goal weight expectations?

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