DR Byrne MUSC

Has anyone had lapband done at MUSC? Which doctor did your surgery. Were you satisfied? Any problems? I would appreciate any info you might be willing to share. Thank ang

MUSC is pretty new at doing Lap Band.  When I went for a consult in January, 2007,  they had only done 8.  I'm sure they have been doing them since then, but they aren't the most experienced in the state.  Evperience is very, very important with Lap Band. They were also about $6K higher than more experienced doctors also.  I know there are some good ones in Columbia and the Up State.  I love my LB doctor in Conway, Dr. Balder.  He is very experienced and reasonably priced if you are self pay.  I would definately go to Dr. Byrne for RNY.  Good luck on your decision.  You can check the top of the page where it says, "Find a bariatric surgeon."  That has some very valuable information.  Good luck on your decision.