Question:
Looking to have revision of 15 yr. old gastric bypass or lap band if possible.

I had Gastric Bypass 15 yrs. ago when I was 15 yrs. old, I successfully kept the weight off until I got married and had kids. Last year I had a Gastric Fistula repair from my first WLS. I have been having alot of hernias and now I have to get my gallbladder removed and my weight fluxuates. I still have the dumping syndrome and can eat a regular size meal, no second helpings. Does any one know A surgeon in Alabama that can help with this and help with insurance?    — allaboard77 (posted on March 4, 2008)

March 4, 2008
Have you considered a revision to the Duodenal Switch? Come to the DS forum here on OH- we have ALOT of RNY to DS revisons. Who needs a pesky old stoma anyway? I chose the DS because I Wanted a surgery that has the least chance of long-term re-gain, is BEST at curing Diabetes (98%+), removes much of the hunger hormone Ghrelin, NO DUMPING, NO MARGINAL ULCERS and NO STOMA / STRICTURES, I chose the Duodenal Switch surgery. Do investigate all the options. I wanted my system to still operate the same which is why I chose to keep my pyloric valve intact with the DS. DuodenalSwitch.com With the DS: there is no stoma, so no stoma strictures; there are no limitations (other than volume) against drinking before, during or after meals; 80% of ingested fat is malabsorbed, allowing liberal use of eggs, butter, mayonaisse, healthy oils, marbled meats, cheese, etc., in the diet; 98.9% of type II diabetics are CURED of this devastating disease, with data showing stable cure over 10 years out; there is the best average weight loss and most durable (average 76% excess weight loss going out 10 years) of all of the bariatric surgeries. That's why I had a DS! Good luck to you!!!
   — SameButDifferent

March 4, 2008
Hi, Dr. Bryan Freeman is in Anniston Alabama. I recommend him highly I had rny July 16, 2007 No problems so far and I think he is just great. His Number is 1-256-236-1300. They also have a lady there that helps with insurance claims.. GOOD LUCK
   — sunshineal68

March 5, 2008
try Dr. Steve Isbell in Fort Payne, Al his number is 256-85-4131 he is the one who did my and I'm doing great now
   — Sheba