Dr pushing roux-en-y instead of sleeve

[Tanglesia 15]

The surgeon is trying to change my mind from the sleeve. he thinks I could have gerd because I have heartburn maybe 1-2x a month (due to what I ate) and a tums will cure it. I have my heart set on the sleeve, want the restriction and feel like too many people have failed and gained weight back with rny. What's your thoughts?

[piercedqt78 658]

If they aren't willing to discuss it further, find another surgeon. I would not settle.

[angelita85 0]

Hello! I also had gerd. My doctor actually encouraged me to have the sleeve. My heart was set for the band. I had surgery on Friday May 9th. During surgery they had to correct a hernia that was cause by my acid reflux. I'm happy so far with the sleeve. It is painful but I know that it will be all worth it at the end.
I would suggest you talk to another doctor.
Good luck!

[Krystal0528 118]

I also am getting sleeve, and my doctor says I have hiatal hernia that he will fix as well. How did it go?

[Mrs.RRn 2,111]

I also had reflux. You know why? Because I was fat. LOL

Cured that. Haha

Ok, seriously, getting a second opinion now is a must. Don't seek out someone with the same opinion as you, but just a valid medical opinion. Explain your concerns. It may be the same opinion as the fist surgeon, it may be different. Ask questions. The "whys" are important.