Question:
Two surgeons for Lap. RNY?

Had initial consultation with surgeon and started the ball rolling for approval. Now I'm being told there will be two surgeons, one who I have not met and has a malpractice judgement. Considering starting over with new doc. Any advice?    — Terri H. (posted on August 30, 2001)

August 30, 2001
You started the ball rolling by meeting w/ a surgeon or who? Which is the Dr you met? Is the one you met one w/ the malpractice judgement? I personallly woudln't want to go w/ a surgeon that has a malpractice judgement but hey its up to you.. check it out.
   — Dawn R.

August 30, 2001
Hi, Find a NEW DOCTOR...THIS IS YOUR LIFE WE ARE TALKING ABOUT AND YOUR DECISION. You need to be assertive about the very best care you can find. Best of luck and let us know how it goes! Many Regards,
   — Karen Renee

August 30, 2001
Hi, Find a NEW DOCTOR...THIS IS YOUR LIFE WE ARE TALKING ABOUT AND YOUR DECISION. You need to be assertive about the very best care you can find. Best of luck and let us know how it goes! Many Regards,
   — Karen Renee

August 30, 2001
I personally would check into what exactly the malpractice was about...there really are some pretty stupid judgements made out there! I would also talk to the surgeon that I conferred with, and if I felt he was honest about the other surgeon and really cared about my health, I would probably stay with him. If I felt the least bit uncomfortable, after reviewing the judgement and talking with my initial surgeon, then I would be out of there.
   — [Anonymous]