From MN noticed alot of members here had Dr. Smith!

Hello everyone I've been checking out this site for the past couple months.   Haven't seen many with Dr. Smith as their doctor on the MN boards.  Just wanted to say hi! Looking for some input on what your hospital visit and surgery was like in Park Rapids.  I had my paperwork sent to my insurance last week hope I hear something this week.  I have a BMI over 40 and problems with back, leg and feet pain.  Anyways looking forward to getting approved and moving on in my journey.  Looking to find a few friends here on the OH board! Anyone going to be having surgery in the next month or so???? Oh by the way I'm from Bemidji!
Robin

Hi Robin,

I had surgery with Dr. Smith in September (and my hubby did in November of 2004, too!) I couldn't be happier with him and the staff in Park Rapids. If you have any specific questions, send me a message or ask here...there are a lot of us from Fargo that had Dr. Smith.

Good luck to you!

Amanda

Robin,  I had Dr. Smith do my RNY on Oct. 22nd.  Dr. Smith and his staff were just wonderful and continue to be very supportive.  I hope everything goes smoothly for you.  Just let me know if you have any questions.  Tammi

Thank you! I look forward to joining the group on the loser's bench! This waiting for insurance approval is killing me!!!!

Robin,
Welcome and congrats on wanting to make your life healthier.
I did not have Dr Smith as my insurance is different. However, I know a lot of people who have had him and on occasion his partner. Everyone really likes the Park Rapids doctors/group. You will be in good hands
While waiting, start making your lists of goals, things you want to get done at home prior to surgery etc.. that will take up some of your waiting time.
Best of luck to you and keep us posted.
We are a slow board here, but one of us seem to check the postings at least once time a day. Kelly/tink

I had Dr. Smith for my realize band in 1/05/09 and have more than happy with him and especially his staff. They have been very supportive and will answer any question that you may have. You are in good hands. Good Luck.
Steph

I've heard nothing but good things about him and Dr. Wroblewski.  I'll be having Dr. W on 4/12 doing my surgery.