Question:
I need a referral for my sister in IA

I had open RNY in Junction City Ks. I'm thoroughly happy about it. I have a sister who lives in Ottuma IA who would like to have the surgery, but needs the name of an excellent surgeon. Ther are no bariatric surgeons in Ottumwa. If you know of someone who you would highly recommend in Des Moines or Cedar Rapids, please let me know.    — jan M. (posted on October 13, 2002)

October 13, 2002
HI Jan, I just had open RNY in Cedar Rapids (with the only doc in CR that does RNY)on Sept. 3rd. His name is Robert Keating. I don't have his phone number right here with me, but if you are interested you can e-mail me at [email protected]. He is not a bariatric surgeon but rather a general surgeon. Also, I do know that we are getting a (I believe) bariatric surgeon that does lap RNY in Jan. but he will be in Cedar Falls. If you or your sister have ANY questions, please feel free to e-mail me!!
   — Terri Z.

October 13, 2002
I don't know how far she is from Davenport, but I drove 2 hours to Dr. John Stoner. He was wonderful. It was worth the drive. My surgery was 1 1/2 years ago and I have lost 255 lbs.
   — Carla S.

October 13, 2002
I know a few people from Ottumwa who have had the surgery and they used Dr. David Coster in Grinnell. That's who I had too. He is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!! There are 2 additional doctors in that office who do the RNY also. Their toll-free # is 866-613-4323. Your sister should also go to the Iowa-Nebraska OSSG website where those of us from IA/NE chat and have discussions. We also have support groups, last suppers and socials. The website is at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/OSSG-IOWA-NEBRASKA/. Hope this helps!
   — Robby E.

October 17, 2002
My brother is going through the University of Iowa. He has his first appointment on Nov.22. I'm not sure who his doctor is but I'm sure you could find information on the U. of Iowa hospital web site. His PCP in Davenport reccommended the university program. I had my surgery in Houston, TX. I can list plenty of surgeons here!
   — Pamela B.