Dr. Kelly Drama, Coordinators, Etc.

[mesaucedo 207]

I spoke with Dr. Kelly today, after hearing about the news and to be honest I was rather put off. I kind of ridiculed Donna the other day about making a judgement on personality and now I take that back!

He was more than rude. I have dealt with many egotistical doctors, my father worked at UCSF with some of them, but this was bad. I had inquired about whether the accommodations I had with Trish would still be valid (I was going to arrive a day early) and he flat out said he didn't care.

It was just a little mean to me I guess. I have yet to decide what I want to do. :/

[circa 333]

@ Circa... Not sure what you are leading towards Circa... but i can tell you that with most insurance companies in the states, there is many more than "1" patient adovcate, in fact it's usually a team of people... and truth be told, having a good attorney is really what you want in case something goes wrong. An attorney that can get beyond the "you can't sue us" clause...

But that is not the point... the point is that there is a sudden change in direction with no real explanation of what happened - from either side. it's scheduling a surgery that I wasn't all that happy about doing in the first place.. All i needed was an excuse not to do it, and lo and behold this happens.. while I care about what happens with other folks.. bottom line, my arse is up there on the table. I want a skilled physician and treats me like "I was one of his own".. it's the exact same expectation that i'd have from a surgeon here in Georgia..

This is why you should speak to the doctor. Instead of getting information from 3rd and 4th and even 5th parties, or perhaps people that aren't all that happy about a loss in income.

[Nursemichele613 7]

Oh boy....like the rest of you I am in the same boat. when I started inquiring about a week and a half ago after many, many hours of research; I made the inquiry to Trish, filled out my health questionaire, and was settled on a date (April 23rd). the only thing left to do was send in a deposit. Well, then all this drama started! I have had email correspondence with Dr. Kelly ( prior to Trish leaving) and talked on the phone to Trish. she let me know that she was no longer booking for Dr. Kelly and did not bad mouth ( she said she didn't want to be unethical) but she felt is was a necessary move. Hmmmm.. She also has received rave reviews about her care and genuine concern for Dr. Kelly's patients. Now...what to do? I don't know except I have done a bit more research and dr. Ponce de leon also has good credentials and many satisfied patients. I have already booked my tickets for San Diego for April 22nd ( thank goodness it's through reward mileage...so I can get a refund of my miles back into my account) but I have to be just as certain with the decision to go with this Dr. as I was about Dr. Kelly. I have yet to decide if I will go directly through Dr. Kelly or go with a different surgeon. All I know is, just do your due diligence, research, ask questions, and follow your gut..( no pun intended!! That's my plan!

[lessofme2010 25]

_{I loved Trish , but understand there are isssues when using a coordinator. Dr. Kelly is worth going the extra mile. Book Right with him . You will not be sorry!!!!!}

_{Can't say that enoguh!!}

_Julie

[Smexibeastmel 1]

DONT GO ALONE !!! If going to Kelly ! I had sleeve done 28 2 12 two weeks ago, had iv put in wrong and left in that way for 2 days. SOME of nursing staff were less than adequate. Hospital is cancer care unit so surrounded by grieving relatives and a poor lady was moaning in pain ALL day woke up writhing in pain and had to BEG ! For pain relief. SOO glad I researched everything on these sites because I got diet sheets and that was the exstent of information I got. To top off my BAD experience they forgot about me yea FORGOT ! To pick me up to go airport and I missed my flight

if going to Kelly DON'T go alone !!!

[DDFinn 118]

I have to agree, but not just for Dr Kelly. Its scary being in a foreign country and alone. I have had a totally different experience because Trish has been with us every step of the way. In fact she is bringing someone over to the Lucerna this morning to give us pedicures. I had also met another patient online who had her surgery the same day at INT and we have talked everyday and had "dinner" together yesterday. Both my sister and I, and my friend at INT, had IV issues. But I have had the same issues in the states so I cant totally blame the nurses. I have been lucky, I have had the "best case senario" so far. I just hope it continues. BTW, my sister describes her first day as hell, constant dry heaving but 100% better the second day.

[IowaAndy 95]

I think that after reading long enough you will find many things that people like about Dr Kelly, Dr Ponce, Dr Almanza, Dr Garcia and the list goes on. I think that you need to feel comfortable with your choice and that is only a decision that you, yourself, can make. I know that I initially was going to go with Dr Kelly but then change my mind to Dr Almanza and finally changed again and settled on Dr Garcia. I probably would have had a good experience with any of them but I made the decision to go with Dr Garcia. I am not sorry about my choice and very happy. I know that others on here also have nothing to say about their doctors but good reviews.

I wish you all the luck on your choice of your surgeon and all the best on your surgery and your new journey.

[thinkingabout-it 20]

how much does Dr.Kelly charge??

[IowaAndy 95]

I certainly would not just base my surgeon decision on the cost. I know that cost is a major concern for all of us that went to Mexico but that should be far not be the only deciding factor. I know that you will consider all different things before making your choice.

[Nichelle 21]

Don't want to go too deep in this as their are many on here that seem to already have a deep opinion on this specific issue. Just wanted to state I had my surgery with Dr. Kelly and I had a fantastic experience. He was a wonderful caring doctor. Make your own informed decisions and do your research. Coordinators are only there to help assist you in making arrangements. Only if interested, I personally went through successfullyslimmer.com with my coordinator being Chrisit Beardon. She was fabulous at getting the information I needed and was quick to respond not only to email, but I even had a direct phone line to her to. We still share emails monthly with my measurement details. Take your time, this site is to help you make a better informed decision not to sway you in either directions. Only you know what is right for you.

[cissiesue 119]

I have to say, that Anaid.AND Dr Kelly have been wonderful! They have answered ALL of my questions, and there have been many! I had a lengthy conversation, and I asked him every question under the sun, and he was more than happy to answer all if them. I even asked him if he had to have this surgery, who would he go to. He loved it! His answer was the only other Dr I had even looked at. Trish can't recommend him anymore because she doesn't work for him any more, pretty simple!

[eylish 23]

Just curious who did Dr. Kelly recommend?

[cissiesue 119]

Dr Joya in Puerto Vallerta. He said that he is an excellent surgeon, and that they are very good friends.

[Smexibeastmel 1]

Go with dr Almanza if price is an issue ? The service I got I may as well have been in a strip mall infact you would probably be better off there at least you will have people to talk to and there for support and information

I also researched into dr joya and wish I'd have gone with him or almanza

But ultimately it's your choice !

Good luck with your choice and I wish you all the best

[sleeve 4 me 910]

I didn't get to read through all of these posts, but can anyone please tell me why Trish no longer works for Dr. Kelly? My friend has been looking into having her sleeve done with him for a while now and called over there today and found out that Trish is no longer there...does anyone know why???