Hi all! Wanted to know if there's anyone out there that has had surgery (wls) with any kaiser doctors. And how do you feel they rank overall as far as experience with those that are maybe high risk?

I want to have my lap-band removed and then have the bypass or sleeve, but I only want 1 surgery.  I don't think my Dr will do this. But would like to know if you have had this done and who was your Dr.

My dr is Amir Moazzez and Ihave a consult with him in 2 weeks.

Thanks.

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