Question:
Anyone heard of Implantable Gastric Stimulator (IGS)?

Has anyone heard of the Implantable Gastric Stimulator? I know they are doing studies at the New England Medical Center in Boston. There are other places in the country doing this study. Is anyone participating in this research? I can't get through to NEMC to even ask them how to apply to be a guinea pig. If anyone is participating, how is it going for you? I'm very interested in knowing more about these studies... I can't even find info about it from the NIH.    — Amy N. (posted on October 2, 2002)

October 1, 2002
Patients are actively being sought (7/1/02) for the second phase of the Implantable Gastic Stimulator (gastric pacemaker) study. The IGS is an alternative surgical treatment option for morbid obesity. Interested persons should call 617-636-0158. Check it out. Good Lux
   — Robert L.

October 2, 2002
I called NEMC today and they have enough for this study. Very soon they are taking names for a LOW BMI study which I wwould not qualify for. I think its an interesting alternative. There is a story out here of a woman who did it recently. Look in the surgeon section under Scott Shikora. Good luck !
   — khamil65

October 2, 2002
Thanks Kim and Robert. I also read that message on their website about accepting patients since 7/1/02. But, when you call, they have a recording that they won't talk to anyone or take messages from anyone until possibly November. Kim, how were you able to talk to anyone? How did you get past their message? Anyway I will check out Shikora's review and look for that person that is doing it. I'm very curious about it, so any info on it until I can get through to NEMC will be welcome. Thanks!
   — Amy N.