Question:
Dr. Skogerson, Carson CIty Nev. Does anyone really know whats going on?

I just got a letter telling me he will no longer be in practice. I'm kinda freaked out, not that I have had any problems, but "WHAT IF" a couple of years down the road something happens. Would any other surgen take me without having done the original surgery? I am 18 months out, and down 141 lbs. Have been having plastic surgeries, and feeling good. Only problem is Iron, which was a problem to before surgery. Thanks ahead of time for any responce.    — Julie H. (posted on August 31, 2004)

September 1, 2004
I live in Reno and was scheduled to sed Dr. Skogerson for my surgery but ended up not going because his first appointment was 6 months out. I am a patient of Dr. Ganser at Western Surgical Group in Reno. I have heard some things about the Skogerson situation but I don't want to spread it since I don't know for sure if it's true. I would suggest calling Western Surgical Group at 775-323-7500 and ask for the bariatric department (they have their own special program for us). Western Surgical Group has been fantastic and they answer all of my stupid questions. I don't see why they wouldn't take you since your surgeon won't. I would just call and ask. Good Luck! Julie Glennie Lap RNY 3/17/04 341/244/165
   — Julie Rich

September 2, 2004
You can also have your regular doctor take care of you. Take them a copy of the labs your bariatric surgeon had you do and they can order the same blood work. They can also prescribe iron for you if needed. I take Chromogen Forte for iron.
   — MARSHA D.