things to ask the surgeon

[oneangelinva 0]

i go on dec the 13th of dec to talk to the surgeon to see if i can have the lapban sugery and i was wondering what are some important questions i need to ask i have a few like how many have they performed and what is the death rate and about being put under (that is what scares me the most ) i know there is more to ask but i am writting them down in a notebook to take with me so if you could help that would be great and thank you in advance :faint:

[lorid 0]

How many lap band procedures has he done?

What kind of complications have HIS patients, not just lap band patients in general, but HIS patients experienced?

What is the follow up protocol for his lap band patients--frequency of post op visits, when to expect fills, will they be done in the office or under flouroscopy in the hospital and the cost, what help is available after office hours should you develope problems, what support is available in addition to him and his nurse such as someone who has been through the surgery who is available for support, will you be meeting with a dietitian at any point, if not is there one available who is knows about the lap band process and the cost of consultations with him/her.

These are just some of the questions to ask in that initial meeting. You will want to attend a seminar to get all of your questions answered about the lap band procedure and how it works ideally before your appt. If that is not possible the doctor should be able to walk you through all of that information as well. Hope this helps!

[steph_co 9]

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f73/surgery-questions-ask-20271/

[oneangelinva 0]

i just wanted to say thank you i am writting thoes questions down to take with me when i go on dec the 13th and i am so excited i feel i am taking one step forward in becoming healthier and i can't wait to get the ball rolling :whoo: