Hello everyone. I am interested in hearing from anyone who has had lap band surgery by Dr. Glascock in Cedar Falls Iowa. I am in the process of getting the testing and all of the paper work together for their office. I had my consult last week and I am really getting great vibes about his staff and him but I was just wondering if anyone who has already had this done would mind sharing your experience with them. Any comments are welcome. Just trying to get as much information as possible. Thank you all in advance

I am in the same stages as Jackie is with Dr. Glascock. I would also like to hear from others banded by him. I am starting to have second thoughts about the surgery. (Not about Dr. Glascock's office, though.) Is anyone out there?

Banded Jan 08, by Dr Glascock, excellent surgeon, staff goes above an beyond.

Welcome Get~the~Skinny! How are you doing? I bet you are happy to be on mushies now! Dr. G and his staff are great. Angie is wonderful. It's too bad she is only doing fills now. I hope they find someone to replace her who is as supportive and motivating as her.

Best of luck on your journey!

Banded Jan 08, by Dr Glascock, excellent surgeon, staff goes above an beyond.

CONGRATULATIONS OF YOUR DECISION TO GET HEALTHIER!!! I was banded last July by Dr G. The whole staff is wonderful!! I agree with lorsbander that Angie is totally awsome!! She is a wonderful support! How are you doing?

Hi. I was banded April 07 by Dr. G. The staff there is amazing and you will love them. unfortunately, Angie has left the office and taken a postition with another dr. office. She will be doing band fills through the month of May. Dr. G will be doing them until he finds someone else to fill in.

Good luck on your sugery. You will not regret your decision. I am 1 year out and have lost 75lbs.

I have a question specifically about Dr. Glascock I was hoping a patient could answer. Well...two questions actually.

1) Is his office the only place you have found to get fills ? I'm in the IC area, so I was hoping for something closer. Driving to his office means I miss at minimum a half day of work. That really adds up if I've already missed around a week for surgery ! I'm dedicated and willing to put in the time, but I'm also not irreplaceable at work !

2) Did you have to submit stomach X-rays, etc before they would submit your insurance app ? I found some of the literature confusing. I'm not sure if they mean "send supporting medical documents LIKE x-rays, etc" or if it's required. If no one has any experience with not submitting them I'll just give them a call. It's hard to get a live person on the phone without having to have them call you back !

Thanks in advance !

Call his office and ask for Kim, she is great help with all insurance questions and always responds quickly...

His office takes appointments up to three in the afternoon, that way you will not miss a full day of work for a fill.

Sorry it has taken so long to reply. I am doing great! I have lost 54 pounds.

Hello!!! I just finished up my 6 month diet and my dr's office faxed everything to Dr. G's office should I call and see if they got it / submitted to ins. how long did it take from the time your dr sent stuff to them till the time they submitted I don't wanna seem pushy but i'm super excited

Call Dr Glascock's office and ask for Kim , she handles all the insurance. The entire staff at his office are very helpful and always tops when it some to questions and care. I assure you that once they receive everything, things move quickly along.

I am very happy with the results..my best to you...Keep in touch...

Just attended a seminar in CF last week, and handed in paperwork on Friday to Dr. G's office. Hopefully I'll hear from them tomorrow!:thumbup:

I am going to the intro session with Dr. Glascock's office on the 15th. Can anyone tell me how aprx. how long it takes to get approved for the surgery. I have made my mind up that I want it, however I am close to my out of pocket max for the yr. My insurance will cover it if the surgery is done in 2010. Any ideas?? Thanks for any and all help!! Knowledge is power!

I am meeting with him sept 18 question for everyone I am self pay but what were your pre op testing? How soon after pre op testing did you know whether or not surgery was a go and how soon were you scheduled for surgery after pre op testing?

I know this is way back to 2007, but I'm meeting with Dr. G. for my first consultation on Nov. 22nd. If my insurance doesn't require a 6 month diet.. will he?

I know this is way back to 2007, but I'm meeting with Dr. G. for my first consultation on Nov. 22nd. If my insurance doesn't require a 6 month diet.. will he?

He'd probably let you have surgery as soon as available then.