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Dr. Atkinson/Dr. Soong, Las Vegas, NV???

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sockmonkey    0

sockmonkey
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There is very limited posting in the regional board, so I thought I would post here to see if anyone else is a pt of Dr. Atkinson or Dr. Soong at SWCC in Las Vegas. It can never hurt to be armed with more information going into my procedure!

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Raych    0

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Dr. Soong did my surgery in July, 2009. I was very happy with the surgery, after care and now my fills. Please contact me if you have specific questions, I will happily be honest with you about everything. Overall, I don't think you could find a better doctor.

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sockmonkey    0

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Thanks, Raych. My surgery will be performed by Dr. Atkinson at Desert Springs. Was your surgery there, and how did you like the hospital?

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Dr. Soong also did my lap band surgery in December 2009. No complications and has a great staff. If you have any questions or concerns let me know. Will be happy to talk to you anytime

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Dr. Soong did my band in March 2010. Very happy customer! Did get it done at Desert Springs and they were all really nice there.

Sharon

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Raych    0

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My only complaint was that my surgery was scheduled for 9am and I didn't get in until about 3pm. Otherwise, it was all good. Just bring a book or something to keep you occupied while you wait. Since it's a one-day surgery it was fine. Good luck.

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My only complaint was that my surgery was scheduled for 9am and I didn't get in until about 3pm. Otherwise, it was all good. Just bring a book or something to keep you occupied while you wait. Since it's a one-day surgery it was fine. Good luck.

Did you still get to go home that night? I'm not scheduled to arrive until 10, surgery within 1-2 hours of that. :/

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Raych    0

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Yep, got home about 6. I think they only do surgery one or two days per week so they schedule quite a few. Just be patient.

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Hello I started my progress in July I have to do 90 days in a. Nutrition class can someone plz tell me all the steps.. I call my advocate but she always sounds like she dont want to talk.. I dont even know which sergeant is mine.. Dr.ATKINSON,OR Dr. SOONG

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