Dr. Leslie and the DS Lap? How 'bout Dr. Buchwald?

Anyone?  I know Buchwald doesn't do the DS lap but thought I'd ask about him too while I'm throwing this out there

thanks in advance.

Hi Peach - my understanding is that Dr. Leslie may do the DS lap; however, his # of DS procedures performed are NO where near Dr. Buchwald's. Given the fact that the DS is a complex surgery, you may want to really think about this. There actually are some benefits to the open procedure. I asked the same question about 2 months ago here. Tammy Bishop was gracious enough to answer me and fill me in. There is a lot to be said for an open DS with Dr. B. performing! I've been through this first series of appointments and have met with Dr. B. one-on-one also, so feel free to PM me anytime. I also would encourage you to seek out PattyL., DramaMamma, TammyB, JulieP. for their perspective. While they are passionate about their surgery and surgeon, they will also answer any questions you have about the DS and the MN surgeons honestly. At least that has been my experience. Best wishes & glad to see you posting here again.

~amy~

Peach, Can't speak to DS Lap surgery but can speak to Dr. Leslie as a surgeon.  I was originally scheduled with Dr. Ikramuddin for surgery the end of Dec and he took a holiday and transferred his patients to Dr. Leslie.  I was very skeptical to say the least, as I had done all of my research in Dr I. but decided to meet with Dr. Leslie and asked him my list of questions.  He is a wonderful man and Dr.  I had my surgery with him and have not had any issues.  I would do it all over again and have the utmost faith in him as a Dr.  I know I did my research and met with the Dr's and made my decision based on that info.  I really don't think you can go wrong with either but it's a big decision to make.  Best of luck to you! Bonnie

thank you both so much - I highly value the input of locals!

and thanks to the PMers for your input as well :)

Amy - I'll for sure be picking your brain and thanks for the "posting" comment!!