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 too live in FW and am a few weeks away from surgery. I am using Dr. Kim. I have had a fantastic experience with his entire staff! I agree that it is weird not seeing your Dr., but I have been so happy with his staff it dosent matter! I compared it to taking your car to the shop lol. I never meet the mechanic that worked on it, but if they have good customer service specialists I feel comfortable and in good hands!

So on that note, go with a surgeon you feel has the best experience. Not the best "salesman"

I think you are smart to interview multiple surgeons. I met with two: Dr. Frenzel and Dr. Nick both of whom operate at Forrest Park Medical Center. Loved Dr. Nick and his staff instantly. He performed my surgery on Aug. 7th, and I have been very pleased with my decision to use him.

You all are so awesome! Thank you so much for all of your input. It helps a lot to hear such great reviews about doctors!

I think you are smart to interview multiple surgeons. I met with two: Dr. Frenzel and Dr. Nick both of whom operate at Forrest Park Medical Center. Loved Dr. Nick and his staff instantly. He performed my surgery on Aug. 7th, and I have been very pleased with my decision to use him.

I feel bad each time I make an appointment at a different doctor. For one I am more than ready to get this process started. But I hate to waste their time if I don't choose them. But then again I am the patient and I am the one interviewing them I guess you would say. I have heard so many great reviews about Dr.Nick. I really need to give him a call. Congradulations on your surgery. How have you been feeling?

I too live in FW and am a few weeks away from surgery. I am using Dr. Kim. I have had a fantastic experience with his entire staff! I agree that it is weird not seeing your Dr., but I have been so happy with his staff it dosent matter! I compared it to taking your car to the shop lol. I never meet the mechanic that worked on it, but if they have good customer service specialists I feel comfortable and in good hands!

So on that note, go with a surgeon you feel has the best experience. Not the best "salesman"

That is a great way to think of it! I guess I had never thought of it that way. I bet your excited about your upcoming surgery! Good luck and you will have to keep us updated!

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!!

Wow! Congradulations! That is amazing. You should be very proud of your weightloss. Keep up the good work.

I feel bad each time I make an appointment at a different doctor. For one I am more than ready to get this process started. But I hate to waste their time if I don't choose them. But then again I am the patient and I am the one interviewing them I guess you would say. I have heard so many great reviews about Dr.Nick. I really need to give him a call. Congradulations on your surgery. How have you been feeling?

I had to remind myself that this was not just surgery, but elective surgery followed by a long term commitment for following up with a surgeon and his staff. I wanted to be extra sure I was comfortable with the whole process.

I am 9 days out and feeling OK. I had a bad nausea reaction to the anesthesia which made my hospital stay a bit more challenging that the average you read about on here, but I am home now and chugging along. The biggest shock to me has been my lack of energy post op. Its hard to feel perky when you are living on Water and chicken broth, but I am well on my way being past this stage, and confident that this was the right choice for me.

Good Luck in making your decision!