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Hi.....I'm in Alsip on the South side. On 12/23/2013, had my surgery done at the Loyola University Medical Center on maywood, over by Brookfield Zoo. My surgeon was Dr. Bipan Chand. He was at the Cleveland Clinic from 2003-2012, being instrumental in the development of their bariatric program.

He came to Loyola in 2012 and developed their bariatric program. He also teaches bariatric, gastro-intestinal, and robotic surgery at Loyola and performs some services for Edward Hines V A Hospital as well.

I was totally pleased with his staff and kind manner and had a textbook recovery. Wishing you an uncomplicated surgery and quick recovery.

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Dr nagel at northwestern. My surgery is Monday!

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I am in Elgin. My surgeon is Dr. Genjami at UIC. I was with Dr. Elli, but he took a position at mayo Clinic while I was completing my 6 month program. I don't have a date yet but it should be in early March.

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Thank you! My Dr. is Dr. Mikhail. I am looking forward to getting my sleeve done, but also very scared.

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I'm in Chicago....sent you a pm

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South Suburbs here Dr. Brian Lahmann will be performing my surgery.

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I was sleeved 12/16/15 at Loyola with Dr Marcotte

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