Anyone????

Okay, so I have now chosen Dr. Fowler to do my surgery. The problem is, I want to get the VSG. I would prefer to go to Dr. Cirangle, but that is out of the question due to funds. I was told by several people that Dr. F only does VSG if my BMI is over a certain amount, and it IS. I'm also pretty sure my medical will cover it. The problem I have though, is finding someone who has had the VSG done with Dr. Fowler. I've only seen those that have had the RNY or lap-band. I know that is the 2 main surgeries he does for WLS, BUT I also know there are LOTS of people that are really big like me, so I am hoping to find someone who has had VSG with him. I am not knocking those who have had the RNY or the lap, because you guys look GREAT!!!! I am just convinced that it is not for me, so if anyone out there has had this surgery with this doctor, or knows someone who has, please let me know. I was trying to find out how many VSG surgeries he has performed but have had no luck there either.......

thanks

I don't know of anyone that did it but my good friend is doing the VSG with Dr. Fowler in late October I think. He talked to me yesterday about mine and his surgery. I think that you will do fine.

Aloha Jemaro.......
How about calling his office in the morning and finding out from the source? Might as well get the right answer directly from his office or him personally.
I wish you the best. I know you'll do well with whatever road you take.
((hugs))

Im not sure he has even done the VSG...i guess u can ask at the consult....i know he moslty does lapbanders..from what he told me he has done 0ver 100 lapbanders but only about 75 RNYs...however i think he is a good surgeon...but yes find out how many he has done.  good luck