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Hello all... I was just approved for surgery on 1/3/13, and I have my pre-op evaluation with my Bariatric Surgeon on 12/18/12. I want to make a list of questions and concerns to ask the nurse and doctor. I'm so excited :D and I just don't want to get to the doctor's office and become clueless on what to ask. I have a few questions in mind but I would like to hear some ideas from people who has already been sleeved or who has already had there pre-op evaluation, or even those who are in the same boat. So let's get a list started... :rolleyes:

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I asked mine how many people he did the surgery on that have died, and/or had a leak after surgery. I was very happy to hear his rate on both is 0%. :)

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Some people on this site have been on blood thinners in the hospital, so i asked about that. Good luck with your appointment!

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My surgical consult is next week too, so I started this list last week. It's crazy long but I figure that's why it is called, "informed consent." Hope some of these help.

What makes me a good WLS candidate?

What makes me abad WLS candidate?

How do you protect the gall bladder from the side effects of rapid WL? Will you prescribe preventative meds like Actigall?

What is your day of surgery and post surgical protocols to prevent clots/pulmonary embolism?

What do you do to prevent leaks?

What paperwork is submitted to my employer for FLMA and leave time?

How long do you write a patient put for recovery?

What restrictions, if any, are there upon return to work?

How many VSGs have you performed?

Do you offer single incision surgery?

Do you prescribe a PPI for reflux?

How long will the hospital stay be?

Do you use drains for VSG patients?

What is your complication rate?

What are your most common complications?

Do you check for hernias or gallstones before or during surgery?

How many strictures had you had? How do you prevent them?

What is your hospital readmit rate?

What kind of post-op follow up is required?

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Those are great questions! I'm glad I started this thread! Please keep the questions coming... :)

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I'll have to jot some of these down too. Thanks, guys!

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I have a list of 30 questions almost..I sorta feel like I'm over thinking everything

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