Anyone here in VA?

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Surgery tomorrow 9am. Very excited!

So surgery was one week one day ago! What a difference a week can make. Came home after 3 days. I've had no real pain. Felt uncomfortable but that's about it. Still trying to get my energy back but this has been one of the best decisions of my entire life. It's going slow getting all my protein in with vitamins but this is a new way of life for. I will persevere!

Hi sunnylady98! I'm from Roanoke too! I sent you a private message a few weeks back? Who was your surgeon? I'm planning on getting the vsg surgery but am very interested in hearing about patients' experiences with the Roanoke Bariatric office. Congratulations!

Dr Bruce Long was my surgeon. I had my first post op yesterday. Lost 14 pounds since surgery. Have had no problems other than learning to slow down when I eat. The whole department at Carilion Clinic was great to me. Good luck with whatever choice you make.

Hello, I'm in Hampton. Anyone on this area?

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From Roanoke Va

I'm in Chesterfield County and will have Dr. Carmody as my surgeon. I have one more meeting with the nutritionist, Jenna, and then everything can be submitted for insurance approval!! I've wanted this surgery for several years, but our insurance didn't cover it. Now it's finally happening!!

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Richmond Virginia. Bypass 10/14 with dr. Campos at VCU.

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Help!!

I need information on Bariatric surgeon's with Bon Secours in Richmond, VA. I am currently with a different doctor, at a different hospital and have lost confidence in his staff. There's been some staffing changes, and I'm really struggling with the new person/people.

I have 4 months left in a year long program, have done everything on my checklist with the exception of my PCP sign-off and that's getting dropped off tomorrow for his signature. Because i'm over 1/2 way there, and these first 9 months flew, I'm now straight up panicking even considering switching surgeons.

Does anyone have any experience with the surgeons and staff at Bon Secours - either St. Mary's or St. Francis (Bautista, Carmody, Lee, Karch). I spoke with the coordinator this afternoon (Hilarie) and I felt better after talking to her...I just have spent so many years knowing which doctor I would use at which hospital, I don't know ANYTHING about these guys.

HELP!! Thanks in advance!!

I haven't had my surgery yet, but know several people who have had their surgery at St. Mary's Hospital and have spoken very favorably of the surgeon team. I will be having Dr. Carmody when I get approved (thinking positively!).

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Help!!

I need information on Bariatric surgeon's with Bon Secours in Richmond, VA. I am currently with a different doctor, at a different hospital and have lost confidence in his staff. There's been some staffing changes, and I'm really struggling with the new person/people.

I have 4 months left in a year long program, have done everything on my checklist with the exception of my PCP sign-off and that's getting dropped off tomorrow for his signature. Because i'm over 1/2 way there, and these first 9 months flew, I'm now straight up panicking even considering switching surgeons.

Does anyone have any experience with the surgeons and staff at Bon Secours - either St. Mary's or St. Francis (Bautista, Carmody, Lee, Karch). I spoke with the coordinator this afternoon (Hilarie) and I felt better after talking to her...I just have spent so many years knowing which doctor I would use at which hospital, I don't know ANYTHING about these guys.

HELP!! Thanks in advance!!

@@anugent75 My surgeon was Dr. Carmody @ Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital and I recommend him to everybody!! From day one him and his staff have been on point and very professional. My surgery was last week and everything went extremely well!!!!! I'm doing great!!!!

I haven't had my surgery yet, but know several people who have had their surgery at St. Mary's Hospital and have spoken very favorably of the surgeon team. I will be having Dr. Carmody when I get approved (thinking positively!).

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@@Niko*Oreo excellent choice for surgeon...Dr. Carmody!!! He is a awesome doctor! Highly recommended!

I'm in VA beach area

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Thank you!!!

I spoke with my surgeon yesterday, and he basically asked me to give him the opportunity to fix the situation. I agreed to wait until December (January is when they can request approval) to make my decision. I really do like him, it's just this one staff member (coordinator) that I'm struggling with. I do have high hopes that this can be fixed

Help!!

I need information on Bariatric surgeon's with Bon Secours in Richmond, VA. I am currently with a different doctor, at a different hospital and have lost confidence in his staff. There's been some staffing changes, and I'm really struggling with the new person/people.

I have 4 months left in a year long program, have done everything on my checklist with the exception of my PCP sign-off and that's getting dropped off tomorrow for his signature. Because i'm over 1/2 way there, and these first 9 months flew, I'm now straight up panicking even considering switching surgeons.

Does anyone have any experience with the surgeons and staff at Bon Secours - either St. Mary's or St. Francis (Bautista, Carmody, Lee, Karch). I spoke with the coordinator this afternoon (Hilarie) and I felt better after talking to her...I just have spent so many years knowing which doctor I would use at which hospital, I don't know ANYTHING about these guys.

HELP!! Thanks in advance!!

@@anugent75 My surgeon was Dr. Carmody @ Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital and I recommend him to everybody!! From day one him and his staff have been on point and very professional. My surgery was last week and everything went extremely well!!!!! I'm doing great!!!!

I haven't had my surgery yet, but know several people who have had their surgery at St. Mary's Hospital and have spoken very favorably of the surgeon team. I will be having Dr. Carmody when I get approved (thinking positively!).


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@@Niko*Oreo excellent choice for surgeon...Dr. Carmody!!! He is a awesome doctor! Highly recommended!

I haven't had my surgery yet, but know several people who have had their surgery at St. Mary's Hospital and have spoken very favorably of the surgeon team. I will be having Dr. Carmody when I get approved (thinking positively!).


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Thank you!!!

I spoke with my surgeon yesterday, and he basically asked me to give him the opportunity to fix the situation. I agreed to wait until December (January is when they can request approval) to make my decision. I really do like him, it's just this one staff member (coordinator) that I'm struggling with. I do have high hopes that this can be fixed

Help!!

I need information on Bariatric surgeon's with Bon Secours in Richmond, VA. I am currently with a different doctor, at a different hospital and have lost confidence in his staff. There's been some staffing changes, and I'm really struggling with the new person/people.

I have 4 months left in a year long program, have done everything on my checklist with the exception of my PCP sign-off and that's getting dropped off tomorrow for his signature. Because i'm over 1/2 way there, and these first 9 months flew, I'm now straight up panicking even considering switching surgeons.

Does anyone have any experience with the surgeons and staff at Bon Secours - either St. Mary's or St. Francis (Bautista, Carmody, Lee, Karch). I spoke with the coordinator this afternoon (Hilarie) and I felt better after talking to her...I just have spent so many years knowing which doctor I would use at which hospital, I don't know ANYTHING about these guys.

HELP!! Thanks in advance!!

@@anugent75 My surgeon was Dr. Carmody @ Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital and I recommend him to everybody!! From day one him and his staff have been on point and very professional. My surgery was last week and everything went extremely well!!!!! I'm doing great!!!!

I haven't had my surgery yet, but know several people who have had their surgery at St. Mary's Hospital and have spoken very favorably of the surgeon team. I will be having Dr. Carmody when I get approved (thinking positively!).

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@@Niko*Oreo excellent choice for surgeon...Dr. Carmody!!! He is a awesome doctor! Highly recommended!

I haven't had my surgery yet, but know several people who have had their surgery at St. Mary's Hospital and have spoken very favorably of the surgeon team. I will be having Dr. Carmody when I get approved (thinking positively!).

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You are welcome! Good luck on your journey!