Pittsburg Kansas

Hi, I actually live in Oklahoma and am looking into having surgery in Tulsa.  I've already looked into what surgeon I want to use and have started my testing. But, my brother has also shown interest in possibly having the surgery and I was wanting to look at possible surgeons he could use... Anyone have any recommendations?  I don't even know what hospital that has bariatrics would be closest to him to use... Thanks. private message me if you would prefer that method of conversation. Dot

Looks like Tulsa would likely be the closest as well unless there is a place in Joplin MO. I don't have much faith in medical care in the Joplin area. My parents lived there for a time. Living in Kansas the question is if he has insurance that will actually pay for it.

I'm not sure he has looked that closely into it...  But, he works with several who have had WLS and according to his ex wife he has pretty good insurance...  So, I guess I need to ask him about that first and then try to help him find a surgeon.  I told him I would be one of his support people since he is divorced, and Tulsa would be good for me!!  lol   Actually, now that I think about it, I think the Kansas City area would be just as close (or closer) than Tulsa.  I looked into a couple of surgeons up there before settling on mine in Tulsa...  And, we have family up there so that would be convenient...  So, maybe I should direct him that way? Thanks for your reply.

I looked at my atlas and it looks like KC and Joplin are about the same distance from Pittsburg. If you have family in KC then that would be a good place to have it done. Support is good.

Yeah, he could actually stay with our uncle or something for a week or so of recovery before leaving the area.

Have him check out Tallgrass in Topeka. I have been extremely satisfied with my surgeon and after care.

I had my surgery in KC area. I was very pleased with my surgery, aftercare, nutritionist, psych, etc... If you want more info on my doc, just pm me.

I also had my surgery in the KC area, and would recommend my surgeon and entire care team in a heartbeat!!!

Thanks everyone.  I'll look into KC area and talk to my bro about it.

OH yeah, I just looked up Dr. Hoehn and he is familiar.  He is one that I was looking into a couple of months ago!