Seeing surgeon for fills?

[briefs199 337]

Went for a fill today and the receptionist said that after my next fill I have to see the surgeon for fills v the nurse practitioner.

Why would that be? I'm at NYU if that rings any bells for fellow patients.

[Bandista 7,466]

Hmmm, no idea. I always see the surgeon but we live in a rural area and it may have to do with staffing. I think it's good that you'll have this contact as needed -- and certainly it's good for surgeons to see their patients progressing. Helps with their social skills! Good luck as you go forward. I just got a fill, too, and it's settling in.

[Gail Smith 1]

That is odd that you have to see the surgeon for fills. I was the opposite. Only saw the nurse practitioner, for fills, but saw the surgeon, when I had issues.

Every practice is different however.

[MarieMarie 346]

I see the nurse and she was wonderful with me

[lisacaron 5,075]

Are you nearing the max fill in your band? If you are at a high fill volume the surgeon may want to monitor what is going into the band to ensure you don't have a problem.

Also it could be a policy change at the hospital or the office in the way they are treating patients. It happens

Edited January 12, 2015 by lisacaron

[briefs199 337]

No I only have 2.5cc. Oh well. I will ask the nurse next time.