VSG

Does anyone know of a Surgeon in NH that does the VSG? Lebanon, Manchester it really doesn't matter.

Hello,     I don't know if ther's a surgeon who would do it but I'm fairly sure none of the bariatric programs offer it (Dartmouth-Hitch**** CMC, or Portsmouth Regional).  Have you used the search tool here on this site?  Also, you could search on the ASBS site www.asbs cuz they alow searched by surgery type.  Others here may know differently but that's my research...  Good luck  Treading

Thanks, I had a Lap Band at BayState in 2006 and had to have it removed in dec 07, The roux-en-y is not an option or the VG banding my body doesn't like the artificial pouches, and my BMI isn't high enough for a DS (37, the band does work) so my only other option is the VSG or gain all the weight back that I've already lost. :-( At the moment I live in Bethel Alaska but am relocating back to NE sometime in Feb.  thanks 

Welcome Home!    That's a dang shame about the band having to be removed.  I'm leaning towards a RNY instead of the band even though I really like the idea of the band.  Anyway, the ASBS ought to be able to help you and, again, I hope you find what you're looking for.  Depending on where you locate, the Boston area may not be so bad and your surgeon choices would go up a whole lot!  Treading

It is my understanding that a Dr. Kim will be doing the VSG surgery starting this month in Boston at Tufts/New England Medical Center. I believe there are no surgeons doing this surgery in NH at the moment.

Thank you, I'll try contacting them. I'll pass on any information I get. gail