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kelly m.
on 1/22/07 10:51 am - sioux falls, SD

K von be, thank you so much for the information. It will help my journey. I wish you the best of luck with rebirth on the 1st. If you get a chance post on here what goes on at the meeting with the nutritionist. I greatly appreciate all the info. Thank you, kelly

Squishy
on 1/22/07 9:21 am

Topic: Can anyone tell me about Dr. Thaemert?

Hello all, I have been looking for a surgeon in Sioux Falls who does lap RNY and my insurance will accept. I was referred to Dr. Harris, but his office said that he does not do laproscopic. I've been looking at others and made an appointment for a first consultation with Dr. Thaemert at the Surgical Institute of South Dakota. Any information on this doctor would be great ly appreciated! Sincerely, -Mike-

Squishy
on 1/22/07 9:05 am

Topic: RE: Laproscopic RNY surgeons in SD

Hello! I had heard that Doctor Harris was outstanding, and my doctor referred me to him. When I called his office, they said that he does not perform laproscopic surgery. I definitely am interested in Laproscopic, so I just made an appointment with Dr. Thaemert for a first consultation. Do you think the person I talked to was wrong? Should I call them again? Thank you, -Mike-

(deactivated member)
on 1/22/07 4:45 am

Topic: RE: newbie looking 4 info

I am having Lap Band surgery on Feb and have BC/BS and had to do the phsyc eval which consisted of a 565 T/F questioniare that was geared towards those suffering from depression it took 1 1/2 hours plus the time I talked with the Physc. I also just completed the Pulmanary screening and EKG that BC/BS requires within a month before surgery. Next wednsday I will have my visit with the nutritionist and then TH I have surgery. I hope this helps

(deactivated member)
on 1/22/07 3:17 am

Topic: RE: Calling patients of Dr. O'brien - questions

Hi! I am scheduled for surgery on Feb 1 and am just now having 2nd thoughts not sure if it is nerves or if it isn't for me. Did you go thru that feeling at all? Also how long were you in the hospital after surgery? I am hoping for a next day release date. What kind of pain did you have? When did you return to a normal routine? I am in my first day of the liquid diet before surgery. K

Noahsarksd
on 1/21/07 4:31 am - Rapid City, SD

RNY on 07/17/06

Topic: Starting a support group in Rapid City!!!

I am in the process of starting a WLS support group in Rapid City. If you are interested in info about this support group, please email me. [email protected]

CyndiU
on 1/20/07 8:11 am - Hartford, SD

RNY on 06/08/06

Topic: RE: Hi Everyone!

CONGRATULATIONS...I hope everything goes well. I will be thinking of you and praying for your success. The losers bench is waiting for you.

CyndiU
on 1/20/07 8:08 am - Hartford, SD

RNY on 06/08/06

Topic: RE: Laproscopic RNY surgeons in SD

Dr. Graham is my surgeon...and I've researched many of the surgeons in our area. He really was the best I found...wonderful surgeon! He is associated with Sioux Valley and is in Dr. O'Brian's office. Dr. Graham specializes in the lap RNY. If you'd like more info, PM me in the OH or email me at [email protected].