What questions did you ask your surgeon?

[antpatte 17]

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When looking for a surgeon in Mexico what questions did you ask ? I just want to make sure I am not missing anything ?

Edited June 18, 2015 by antpatte

[4me4them 381]

I wanted to know what the hospital stay length was and what the follow up schedule was...I had read that some surgeons do the sleeve as an outpatient which I was not interested in....also wanted a sane follow up schedule as I live over 70 miles from the dr.

[ShrinkingPeach 1,291]

Questions about the procedure, I was done as an outpatient and did great! Questions about expected outcome and goals. Questions about post-op appointments, how many and when.

[antpatte 17]

WOW thanks - there are some I didn't think about

[PhatPhoenixVSG 14]

I really like your list. I'll be snagging a few of these questions.

[Running2theSleeve 40]

I have not been on my first visit as it's not scheduled until July 6. However, I really am concerned about the "juices" leaking. Is there a test they can do to see if juices are leaking? I have BCBS of IL but I will pay out of pocket for a test like this.

I have 3 children and a GREAT Job, plus my own business. I am willing to pay anything to ensure I will be here for my kids.

[Kindle 8,667]

Besides everything on smf8396 list (except #15) I asked about ..

1) the anesthetic protocol, what drugs are used for nausea and pain and what drugs I would be sent home with.

2) What are the preop and postop dietary requirements

3) bougie size and oversewing technique

4) postop recommendations for bloodwork

5) option of having my gallbladder removed at the same time

6) specific protocol in case of an onsite emergency (bleeding, clot, leak, pulmonary/cardiac complication)

7) make/model/expiration of staplers, suture, laparoscopic equipment, etc.

8) sterilization protocol and techniques

Edited June 23, 2015 by Kindle