Dr Anvari, St. Joes, Hamilton.

Ok, I have not had my surgery yet, but all tests have been/are being sent to Dr Anvari, Bariatric Team, St. Joes, Hamilton.

Just wondering if anyone has had this surgeon and if so, what's your experiences etc?

I'm in London, Ontario.

He is one of the best.  I had Dr. Hong at the same center as he OKed my VSG.  I would  have no problem using Dr. Anvari.  Hospital care was top notch.  No waiting for drugs, etc.  

Thank you, Paula!

I am all very new to this WLS stuff and just wanted some info on the man. I am not too far from my surgery ( hope ), still going through some tests etc., and digging up any info I can about the surgeon and St. Joes, itself!

Anvari is an extremely well respected bariatric surgeon. You are in great hands.

If you want only a specific surgeon do your surgery, you can request that but you may have to wait longer.  I only wanted Dr. Hong and waited to get him.  Not a lot longer wait for me.

I am in St Thomas and all my tests also said Dr Anvari. I was told this is because he is the head of the department. I am actually seeing Dr Hong next week but it still doesn't determine who will actually do the surgery. Are you aware that Hamilton has a Facebook group? Might be worth checking out if you haven't yet. 

Have you already had your first appointments? 

Thank, all for the info!

Yes, I've had quite a few tests already and all sent to Dr Anvari's bariatric team. Next, I go see an internist at St. Joes, Hamilton, for my results of an abdominal scan in October.

I had my surgery on June 18th. I expected dr. Gmora but got dr. Anvari. I literally met him on the operating table. Very business oriented, but professional. We chatted for about two minutes, because I didn't know which surgery I was having and he would make the final choice once he got a good look. I didn't see him again, as his interns did the follow up. 

St joes is a very good hospital. The rooms are a bit dated (totally reminds me of old Vic in London) but very clean. The nurses were very nice and attentive. I ended up staying 4 days after my VSG and have been doing great ever since.

my only issue was the distance from London. Sucks to drive so far for a 15 minute appointment with a nutritionist :( but it has to be done!!

good luck!! No regrets here! I am down 55 lbs since starting opti and having surgery. 

SulowskiT

Thank you! I am looking forward to the surgery, but mainly a better health.