Hi there:
I've been reading the post on Dr Argotte. I have been seeing him and so far have done most all of the pre-op requirements (still waiting on the head-shrink consult and dietary visit, and EGD). Other than that, I think I'm a go......
Two friends of mine had surgery with Argotte and really liked him. They seem to be doing well.
Not sure when mine will be, but I think they are hurrying to get me in before the end of the year. I have Federal BCBS and they seem to think approval will come quickly. I'm not so sure. I live about 45 min north of Paducah in Marion, IL.