Anyone here get VSG from Dr. Cirangle in CA/HI?

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,281]

Anyone here get VSG from Dr. Cirangle in CA/HI?

Hi everyone!! I am going to be revising from Lap-Band to sleeve very VERY soon! Probably in about 3 weeks to be exact. If not then by mid-September?

I am going self-pay through Dr. Cirangle in San Francisco, CA. I live in Sacramento, CA and he has a clinic set up here. I have been hearing so many awesome things about him and his staff.

If I am going to shell out my hard earned dollars, I want to ensure I have the best care and best surgeon available to me in my area. I have a few questions for those who have had him as a surgeon, if you don?t mind answering some questions! J Thanks in advance!

Were you revised from Band to Sleeve (just curious so I can know I compare to you)?

When was your surgery?

How much have you lost?

How do you feel about Dr. Cirangle and his staff?

Are you glad you had the surgery?

What kind of after care are you receiving from Dr. Cirangle?

Is the price all inclusive, or are there certain things you need to still pay out of pocket for?

Do you know if Dr. Cirangle accepts any kind of Medical Credit?

Were you sleeved in his San Francisco Hospital? If so, how would you rate the accommodations from 1 (lowest score) to 10 (highest score)?

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Thanks again!!!

[lootzie 0]

Hi there - I had Dr. Jossart as a surgeon and can comment on the office staff and hospital

When was your surgery? June 28th

How much have you lost? 25 pounds

How do you feel about Dr. Cirangle and his staff? Can't comment on Cirangle, but the staff are great. Readily available to answer any questions and very easy to reach and talk to. Also, they answer all of the emails in a very timely manner.

Are you glad you had the surgery? Yes, my fasting blood sugars are almost back to normal in 6 weeks and I'm into clothes that haven't seen the light of day in almost 2 years.

What kind of after care are you receiving from Dr. Cirangle? The aftercare is wonderful..3 weeks, 3 months, 6 months and yearly. They also want you to attend the support groups, which offer lots of tips and advice. I had a few questions post op that I forgot to ask at my appointment and I emailed Dr. Jossart and he got back to me with an answer within 3 hours. They are very approachable.

Is the price all inclusive, or are there certain things you need to still pay out of pocket for? I had to pay for blood work, endoscopy, chest x-ray, ekg. I have medical insurance so that covered most of it, but there was still some extra out of pocket expense. Also, you will get a bill from the Pathologist from CPMC to cover his bill when they examine the stomach that was removed.

Do you know if Dr. Cirangle accepts any kind of Medical Credit? Don't know about that.

Were you sleeved in his San Francisco Hospital? If so, how would you rate the accommodations from 1 (lowest score) to 10 (highest score)?

I was sleeved at California Pacific Medical Center and I would rate it a 10. I had a beautiful room with a gorgeous view of the Golden Gate Bridge. The nursing staff were attentive and helpful. It is a well oiled machine.

Feel free to PM me if you have any other questions that I can answer for you.

Edited August 10, 2010 by lootzie