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Dr. Shrope vs. Dr. Bessler - Valley

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JerseyGirl68    1,172

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Hi,

I had both my gall bladder surgery (Nov. 2012) and Sleeve (dec. 2012) done by Dr. Schrope. I found her to be kind, helpful and incredibly knowledgeable. She took her time with me at our appointments, I never felt rushed at all. The staff at her office is fantastic. I never met Dr. Bessler, so I really can't speak to how he is.

If you have any specific questions, please feel free to ask.

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MissFae    19

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Dr. Schrope is MY doctor and my date is March 5th! She is the director of the place and my visit copays are more expensive then the others. Dr.Bessler is in the same group. I imagine they are all similar, the whole place is an offshoot of The Valley Hospital where I also happen to work. Of course I like Dr. Schrope, she is very helpful and kind but I believe I got her as my surgeon simply because she is the one who gave the weight loss seminar on the date I happened to go.

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JerseyGirl68    1,172

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Dr. Schrope is MY doctor and my date is March 5th! She is the director of the place and my visit copays are more expensive then the others. Dr.Bessler is in the same group. I imagine they are all similar, the whole place is an offshoot of The Valley Hospital where I also happen to work. Of course I like Dr. Schrope, she is very helpful and kind but I believe I got her as my surgeon simply because she is the one who gave the weight loss seminar on the date I happened to go.

Good luck on your upcoming surgery!

I wasn't assigned a surgeon, I picked for myself. I am so happy with my choice of Dr. Schrope, I hope your experience is the same.

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MissFae    19

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Thanks so much for the encouragement. The closer the date the more nervous I become! Not really about the surgery itself but about the lifestyle change I have to make. Let's just hope my body and my mind cooperate!

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Losing Laura    8

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Hello JerseyGirl68 or should I say roomie??? My date is March 5th as well and I too am having my surgery with Dr. Schrope. She is wonderful and has performed the lapband for those I know well, in addtion to a revision which the patient had needed. I am more than please will there demeanor, professionalism, knowledge and expertise in the field.

P.S. Scared to death and keep asking myself... Am I crazy for doing this? But I'm still doin' it!

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tufcat    2

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Hi' date='

I had both my gall bladder surgery (Nov. 2012) and Sleeve (dec. 2012) done by Dr. Schrope. I found her to be kind, helpful and incredibly knowledgeable. She took her time with me at our appointments, I never felt rushed at all. The staff at her office is fantastic. I never met Dr. Bessler, so I really can't speak to how he is.

If you have any specific questions, please feel free to ask.[/quote']

Hey jerseygirl68,

I met you in the hospital and then again in dr. Schrope's office. We were sleeved on the same day. How is it going? So far so good. Slow but steady weight loss.

Hope all is well.

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JerseyGirl68    1,172

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Hey jerseygirl68,

I met you in the hospital and then again in dr. Schrope's office. We were sleeved on the same day. How is it going? So far so good. Slow but steady weight loss.

Hope all is well.

Hi!

I'm doing really well, I feel great. Same ad you, slow and steady. Very happy with everything. Hope all is well with you also!!

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JerseyGirl68    1,172

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Hello JerseyGirl68 or should I say roomie??? My date is March 5th as well and I too am having my surgery with Dr. Schrope. She is wonderful and has performed the lapband for those I know well, in addtion to a revision which the patient had needed. I am more than please will there demeanor, professionalism, knowledge and expertise in the field.

P.S. Scared to death and keep asking myself... Am I crazy for doing this? But I'm still doin' it!

Hey there,

It is absolutely scary, but I can honestly say I am so happy with this decision, not a single regret other than I wish I had done it sooner. I am so appreciative of the level of care and service I get from Dr. Schrope and the entire staff. I have not encountered a single person who did not seem 100% invested in my success. The personal attention is invaluable to me. They really make you feel we are all in this together, and never hesitate to remind me they are always there to answer questions.

If you have any questions at all, please feel free to ask me.

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MissFae    19

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LosingLaura????? My date is ALSO March 5th with Dr. Schrope! Sounds like it will be a busy day for her, and it's making me wonder if you and I may meet in RL. Lol

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