HoustonTexanFan 6 Posted July 26, 2013 Looking for someone in Houston area that has already had surgery. Can't seem to pick dr, I guess I'm jus a little scared. I've been speaking to Texas laparoscopic center an I've spoke with David clinic as well. Need help, suggestions?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bredred 45 Posted July 26, 2013 I had my sleeve 3.5 weeks ago and it was done by Dr. Yu, with TLC. It wasn't covered by insurance so choosing a doctor who offered complication insurance was really important to me. I like him, he did a good job, and I liked that it was single incision. I had previously seen Dr Wison, with UT. I liked him, but it would have been much more expensive because he does his at Memmorial Hermann. If it had been covered by insurance, I probably wouldn't have bothered to look elsewhere. However, I'm glad I did because of the single incision. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HoustonTexanFan 6 Posted July 26, 2013 How much have u lost so far? Did u have problems scheduling? When I called I spoke to a lady name Shamira an she was a little rude so now im a little uneasy about the facility. I have insurance with uhc but I'm i can only use doctors in network an the doctor I really want to use that did my moms an my friends is out of network???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SLF1027 136 Posted July 26, 2013 I just replied to another post you made, but I am also in Houston and having my procedure with Dr. Scarborough at TLC. I've talked to a couple of people who were short if not rude, definitely left me with the feeling that I wasn't a priority. But when it matters, that staff is on top of their game. I had my EGD (last insurance requirement) July 18th and on July 19th I got a call from the office letting me know my application was submitted for insurance approval. Based on my experience, I would recommend them. (My procedure is scheduled for 9/11.) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sweet_Mia 61 Posted July 26, 2013 Hello, I will be having my surgery next week. Dr. Yu will do my procedure. I'm excited. I really like the people in TLC. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sweet_Mia 61 Posted July 26, 2013 I had my sleeve 3.5 weeks ago and it was done by Dr. Yu' date=' with TLC. It wasn't covered by insurance so choosing a doctor who offered complication insurance was really important to me. I like him, he did a good job, and I liked that it was single incision. I had previously seen Dr Wison, with UT. I liked him, but it would have been much more expensive because he does his at Memmorial Hermann. If it had been covered by insurance, I probably wouldn't have bothered to look elsewhere. However, I'm glad I did because of the single incision.[/quote'] Hello Bredred, How is your recovery going? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HoustonTexanFan 6 Posted July 26, 2013 So happy that ur both fixn to get ur procedure done an I no ur both very anxious. It will be nice to speak with people that are goin lg to the same place as me. I no one of u are getting ur surgery next week, make sure u keep in touch. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bredred 45 Posted July 27, 2013 I'm feeling really good. I've had a very smooth recovery. I haven't had any nausea and have pretty good energy. I had no problem scheduling my procedure and got my preferred date. By 1 week out, when I was able to drive, I felt like had my life back. 1 ShrinkyDinkMe101 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kim070682 22 Posted July 27, 2013 Hello' date='I will be having my surgery next week. Dr. Yu will do my procedure. I'm excited. I really like the people in TLC.[/quote'] I am also having my surgery next week by Dr. Yu. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sweet_Mia 61 Posted July 27, 2013 I am also having my surgery next week by Dr. Yu. Really. How do you feel? I'm excited. My New Journey 2013. SD 7-30-13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kim070682 22 Posted July 27, 2013 I am very excited. My surgery date is 7/31, which hospital are you gonna be at? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sweet_Mia 61 Posted July 27, 2013 I am very excited. My surgery date is 7/31' date=' which hospital are you gonna be at?[/quote'] I'm getting in done at victory hospital. How about you? My New Journey 2013. SD 7-30-13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kim070682 22 Posted July 27, 2013 University General Hospital. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sweet_Mia 61 Posted July 27, 2013 University General Hospital. Ok. How is the liquid diet going for you? At first it was a lil hard I cheated 3 times but now I'm good I don't care for food. My New Journey 2013. SD 7-30-13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kim070682 22 Posted July 27, 2013 Ok. How is the liquid diet going for you? At first it was a lil hard I cheated 3 times but now I'm good I don't care for food. My New Journey 2013. SD 7-30-13 It's going okay I had a bump in the road but I have moved past it. I don't like broth so I miss salty. I will probably not eat Jello again after this is all done! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites