Question:
how much was ur out of pocket expense with dr fobi?

im sorry to ask such a personal question but my choice of surgeon decision hinges on an answer to this question. i am scheduled (i think) with dr fobi on oct 12th. i am also scheduled with dr newhoff for oct 20th (this is definite). dr newhoff accepts my insurance as full payment as does the hospital. dr fobi & his hospital do not. but, due to finding out yesterday that my husband has tumors on one kidney i need to get the surgery ASAP so that i can be at my healthiest to take care of him. we also may have to move back to ny before thanksgiving to get him medical attention. if u wouldnt mind answering some of my questions about dr fobi please email me. thanks so much. good luck to all my AMOS family no matter what step of the journey u r on.    — sheryl titone (posted on October 5, 2001)

October 5, 2001
I'm sorry I don't have the answer to your question about how much Dr. Fobi costs, but you mention you have an upcoming date with another surgeon that is fully covered. I will tell you that if money is an issue for you, I would go where it is covered. The general view among bariatric surgeons now is the Dr. Fobi's procedure is really not any more beneficial than traditional procedures, and is essentially the same except the ring, which isn't really necessary as the anastomosis generally becomes scar tissue, which in itself is strong. It is your decision, but don't give up money you don't have for a "name". Good luck either way!
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