Help making decision !

[what2do 0]

I had my band removed in '09' due to slip. I am about to be sleeved but need to make a decision of which surgeon. I had some tests done with Dr. Curry in Cincinnati and a scope and really liked him. He approved me for the sleeve. Also had to have some tests done at the Cleveland Clinic with Dr. Schauer.

He approved me for the sleeve as well. As you know we (revision) are more at risk for leaks and I cannot decide which surgeon to pick. I feel the same about each one and am pulling my hair out trying to pick. Any suggestions? Please help! Any advice will help me greatly. In advance, thank you from the bottom of my heart.

The Cleveland Clinic of course is a bigger facility should there be any (God forbid) complications. The Jewish Hospital with Dr.Curry is a very small (but very nice) hospital with less chance for infection. The Cleveland Clinic is 4 hours from my home. The Jewish Hospital is 2 hours from my home.

[Becca 108]

First of all, congrats on getting approved for your sleeve. You are going to LOVE it over the band. It sounds like you have two very good doctors. I would highly consider going with the closer doctor. You wil have aftercare appointments and four hours seems like a bit far to drive. Have your researched their revision stats? That could help your decide, too. Good luck!!!

[KristeyK 3]

Go with the Jewish Hospital. Chances of leaks with us are higher, but still minimal.

[what2do 0]

Becca, Thank you so much for your help. I appreciate it so much. And thank you for the well wishes Yes, they are both excellent doctors. Yes I did research the revision and with the Cleveland Clinic being so huge they have done more there. Dr Schauer with the Cleveland Clinic has done bariatric surgeries for about 15 years (If I remember correctly) and Dr. Curry has been doing bariatric surgeries for about 9yrs (again, if I remember correctly) They are both excellent and centers of excellence.

Continued success to you!

First of all, congrats on getting approved for your sleeve. You are going to LOVE it over the band. It sounds like you have two very good doctors. I would highly consider going with the closer doctor. You wil have aftercare appointments and four hours seems like a bit far to drive. Have your researched their revision stats? That could help your decide, too. Good luck!!!

[what2do 0]

KristeyK, Thank you for taking the time to answer my ? Yes, too bad we have a greater chance for leaks but glad it is still minimal. I am scared this time more than I thought because of that. But it's all in God's hands.

Continued success to you

Go with the Jewish Hospital. Chances of leaks with us are higher, but still minimal.