Dr. Jacome in Hudson, NY?

Hello All! Has anyone ever used Dr Jacome in Hudson, NY? I am considering him, and it seems that he has been doing lap bands since 2001. What about Columbia Memorial Hospital in Hudson? Any feedback on that facility? THANKS! Barbara

Hi, I am scheduled for suregery on June 1st at Columbia with Dr. Jacome. This is pending insurance approval.I have been trying to get information about him also. WHen are you scheduled?

I'm not scheduled yet. I have my first appt with him 5/26. I got his name from .inamedhealth.com/ , who is the (or one of the) developer of lap band. They sent me a list of certified surgeons in my area. I liked him because of the length of time he's been doing the procedure. How long was it from your first appt to your surgery? Who is your ins with? I saw my pcp today for the referral to Dr Jacome. Barbara

I had my first appointment in Jan.05. Then I had to loose the 10%. In the meantime I went for the other required tests. When I reached the 10% Cindy sent the paperwork to United Health Care. I called them yesterday and they have the forms. I am waiting for the approval which should come in the next 2 weeks. I am so nervous about the approval. When I met with Dr. Jacome I did'nt think he would let me have the surgery because he said I eat to many carbs. Thank God he gave me the chance. Jan

Eat too many carbs? Did he say why this was a problem? Did he say there is a reason for losing the 10%? Barbara

Only that he thought I might have a problem cutting back and eating more protein. I can eat more protein, I just don't at the moment. He said by losing 10% of my weight, the stomach and liver shrink and the surgery is a little easier? I have been on this site as much as I can and I've gotten a lot of information. I am concerned about my nutrition after sugery. Dr. Jacome does not require a nutritionalist. I guess I'll have to be sure I eat right. Any suggestions, anyone?