I'm in Philadelphia, PA. 4 weeks out. Had surgery 5-10-2012.

I found a psych off of Montage Mountain in Moosic. I can't remember her name, but it's closer in your direction!

Was it Dr. Berger's office? That's where I did my pre-surg psch eval. They are good there.

I know there are quite a few here from NE PA..... Updates everyone? How's it going???

HI!

I am from NEPA (Hazleton) and just had my 8 mo. follow-up. I am pleased to say I lost a total of 103 lbs. And my blood work was good, also. i am thrilled. I had my surgery at Lehigh Valley Hospital in December. Great experience there.

Hi

I am from Philly, I'm scheduled on December 9 at Abington.

Welcome MtAirygirl! I had my surgery in February at Einstein Montgomery. I hear that Abington has a great program too!

HI!

I am from NEPA (Hazleton) and just had my 8 mo. follow-up. I am pleased to say I lost a total of 103 lbs. And my blood work was good, also. i am thrilled. I had my surgery at Lehigh Valley Hospital in December. Great experience there.

103 pounds! that is awesome!! Congrats!

Hi all! I am new to this site- just started seriously considering VSG a few weeks ago. I live in the Philly suburbs. It looks like my insurance would probably approve Abington or Einstein and both are convenient for me- anyone want to weigh in on pros/cons of either program? Thanks!

Hi all! I am new to this site- just started seriously considering VSG a few weeks ago. I live in the Philly suburbs. It looks like my insurance would probably approve Abington or Einstein and both are convenient for me- anyone want to weigh in on pros/cons of either program? Thanks!

Hi and welcome! I had my surgery at the new Einstein Montgomery Hospital. I had excellent care and would recommend it most highly. The surgeons are the same team that operates at Elkins Park Hosp and it is a Bariatric Center of Excellence. My surgeon was Dr. Trang. I have heard good things about Abington's program too. Maybe another forum member will chime in about that. All the best of luck to you in your process. Regardless of where you have your surgery choose your surgeon carefully. Make sure that they have had specific VSG training. There are too many general surgeons out there offering this surgery but they haven't been specifically trained for it. You want the best outcome possible.

Hi all! I am new to this site- just started seriously considering VSG a few weeks ago. I live in the Philly suburbs. It looks like my insurance would probably approve Abington or Einstein and both are convenient for me- anyone want to weigh in on pros/cons of either program? Thanks!

I had surgery at temple university. I would suggest going to their support groups to talk with those that had the surgery. They may have greater insight.

Hi I am from Philly, I'm scheduled on December 9 at Abington.

Mtairygirl, how did your surgery go?!

I'm getting sleeved out of the same office with Dr Claros's partner Dr El Chaar on the 25th. Actually both surgeons do the surgeries together.

I'm in Allentown as well. Surgery will be 1/15/14. How are you ladies making out?

Allentown as well...it is weird that we don't have as many replies as the other states! I went to LVH with Dr. Boorse....he was amazing and easy on the eyes lol!!

I am having surgery 1/15 with Boorse. How are you making out?

I am in Lafayette Hill and in the pre-op process with Dr. Noonan at Abington. Hoping for VSG surgery in Feb.

Hi I am from Philly, I'm scheduled on December 9 at Abington.

Mtairygirl, how did your surgery go?!

My surgery went well. I stayed an extra day in the hospital, my b/p was up. The first three days were rough but after that no pain or vomiting. I am having trouble getting the daily protein and fluids in, but I understand that's normal. Wishing everyone a Happy New Year and New YOU.

I am in Lafayette Hill and in the pre-op process with Dr. Noonan at Abington. Hoping for VSG surgery in Feb.

Hi bandmomtb,

My surgeon is Dr Bonanni and I can't say enough good things about him. The staff at the Warminster office is great. My stay at Abington was phenomenal. I don't regret choosing Abington at all. I have worked at several big teaching hospitals as nurse and I was impressed. My loved ones were pleased , they kept them informed and they were comfortable waiting. You are in good hands. Dr Noonan has a great bedside manner, she covered for Dr Bonanni the second post op day.