I originally wanted to have the lap band but am now 100% sure that I am going to go with the sleeve. I was going to see Dr. Kim but I have read mixed reviews regarding his bedside manner. I have made an appointment with Dr.Smith on August 28. Just wanted to see if anyone else has used him and what your thoughts and opinions were?

Thanks!

I'm in Bedford - when I started the process I lived in Plano but moved here a couple of weeks ago. I'm seeing Dr. Sheetal Patel - I have to use an HCA facility and she has privelages there at Med. Center of Plano so I'm just driving back and forth when I have to see the nutritionist. They have everyone pretty much there in their practice - her, nutritionist, psych RN... Makes it pretty convenient. They're called 360 Bariatrics.

I'm in frisco and I see Dr Nick at the nicholson clinic he's awesome and works fast. My first appt was at the end of July...I've done my sleep study...psych eval...having my other appt next week and my surgery is on the ..4th

I had my sleeve 7/31 with Dr. Nick. Every single thing was absolutely wonderful! I can not say enough good things about him. He has a great beside manner... Very funny... We cracked jokes and his voice reminds me of Nicholas Cage. I loved everyone in his offices and at the hospital. They are very thorough with instructions. He works out of Forest Park and Baylor Plano. Feel free to ask me any questions.

Thanks...he is awesome and so is his staff...Im having mine done at forest park...lil nervous going at all if thus alone but I know it will be worth it

I used Dr. Kim. As far as his bedside manner, I've only seen him twice; first at my initial consultation, and secondly right before surgery. I thought his mannerisms were businesslike but polite, and he answered all my questions in the consultation. His staff is very professional. knowledgeable, and responsive. I have no issues with how little I actually saw Dr. Kim, as he is very much in demand. I selected Dr. Kim because he's one of the very best in the country, and that was the most important thing to me. I would not want to deprive someone else of his skills because I needed to "chat." If you need more one-on-one time, he might not be your surgeon. There are certainly plenty of well-qualified surgeons in the DFW area.

Thank you all so much! I think that finding the right surgeon is the thing that scares me the most! I want someone that is experienced for sure. I will have to look into Dr. Nick and maybe give Dr.Kim a try. Has anyone consulted with more than one doctor before making a decision? Also I have Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas does anyone else have them as insurance? I called and they said that I would only need a psyc eval and meet the surgery requirements regarding BMI. Has anyone had any issues with them?

KS FORT WORTH,

Thank you for your response. I still currently have my appointment with Dr.Kim too. I haven't canceled it yet after making the appointment with Dr.Smith. I might have to still go and see what he is like! I also wanted to say that I am so proud of you! You have come a long way in such a short time. That is awesome! Keep up the good work.

My personal opinion Dr Nick is awesome he made feel comfortable and so did everyone in his office..I didn't see anyone else...didn't even think about it..after my visit I was hooked.. I have bcbs and they were great to. They submitted my claim on a Friday I got approved Wednesday. Dr nick staff is awesome..they returned calls and emails..that is just my experience not everyone is the same..who ever you chose make sure your comfortable with them and your choice.

KS FORT WORTH,

Thank you for your response. I still currently have my appointment with Dr.Kim too. I haven't canceled it yet after making the appointment with Dr.Smith. I might have to still go and see what he is like! I also wanted to say that I am so proud of you! You have come a long way in such a short time. That is awesome! Keep up the good work.

Thank you! I should have done this a few years ago, but I'm glad that most insurance companies cover it now.

I also did a consult with Dr. Wade Barker a week before Dr. Kim. I am sure he is also a fine surgeon, and Dr. Kim told me that he and Dr. Barker are friends. My wife went with me to both consultations, and on the drive home, before I could even ask her opinion, she told me that she had a better feeling about Dr. Kim. Since I felt the same way, our decision was made, just like that.

Good luck on your journey, I'm sure you will pick the right surgeon for you, and we'll see you on the loser's bench!

grayeybeauty:

That is what I am looking for! I will definently have to look into Dr.NIck. I live in Fort.Worth but it sounds like he is worth the drive. That is exciting to hear about bcbs! I hope that it is that fast when it comes time to submit my claim. It sounds like they have worked fast completing requirements too! Good luck and Thank you again.! I will look into him and keep me updated with your progress!

I will and good luck to you too...once you know your claim has been submitted give it a couple days and give them a call...that's what did and when it was approved they called ne at work ....still have the message saved in my voice mail...you will do fine just remember to follow your own mind your the one who has to be comfortable

Thank you! I should have done this a few years ago, but I'm glad that most insurance companies cover it now.

I also did a consult with Dr. Wade Barker a week before Dr. Kim. I am sure he is also a fine surgeon, and Dr. Kim told me that he and Dr. Barker are friends. My wife went with me to both consultations, and on the drive home, before I could even ask her opinion, she told me that she had a better feeling about Dr. Kim. Since I felt the same way, our decision was made, just like that.

Good luck on your journey, I'm sure you will pick the right surgeon for you, and we'll see you on the loser's bench!

Thank you! Isn't awesome how sometimes you just know? I hope that I to can find someone that I know right away that they are the right one! Keep up the good work!

I used Dr. Kim. As far as his bedside manner' date=' I've only seen him twice; first at my initial consultation, and secondly right before surgery. I thought his mannerisms were businesslike but polite, and he answered all my questions in the consultation. His staff is very professional. knowledgeable, and responsive. I have no issues with how little I actually saw Dr. Kim, as he is very much in demand. I selected Dr. Kim because he's one of the very best in the country, and that was the most important thing to me. I would not want to deprive someone else of his skills because I needed to "chat." If you need more one-on-one time, he might not be your surgeon. There are certainly plenty of well-qualified surgeons in the DFW area.[/quote']

Same thing with Dr. Kim. He is one of the best in the country. Thats what i wanted not necessarily a warm and fuzzy. He seemed more than competent and his reputation as a surgeon is great. Have recommended him to others and will continue to do so.

I just had surgery on August 7th with Dr. Kim. I went to his office today for my first week check up and everything was great. I saw his PA's and they were so nice! You don't see Dr. Kim much, but I felt comfortable going into the surgery with him. All of the doctors that work with him have been wonderful! I definetly recommend Dr. Kim!!!

I went with Dr. Barker after lots of research and did the sleeve on June 6. Today I hit 50lbs weight loss and have been extremely satisfied with him and his staff!!