Hello! I'm new to the site and going through all my pre-surgery requirements. Was wondering if anyone had Dr. Moore as their surgeon?

Hi there,

I go to the same practice and have Dr. Spencer. I absolutely LOVE him and the practice group. The process from beginning to end was very smooth and I had no problem getting approved. Just follow their directives and you will be great. I have been to support groups where Dr. Moore presented too....

Are you just starting out?

Thanks so much for the response jewli925! Yes I'm just starting out, had my consult with him a couple weeks ago and doing all my pre-surgery requirements now. I met Dr. Spencer at support group in March and liked him too. Did you already have your surgery?

I had surgery in November. I am 6 months out TOMORROW! Total lost 69 pounds. I had bypass, which I was a little concerned about, but have had no complications.

I have not veered from the menus they gave us and have averaged 7-10lbs a month lost.

Are you having sleeve or bypass?

That's excellent and encouraging, congrats!!! I was all set for sleeve but Dr. Moore said he leans a bit more toward bypass for me...told me to think about it but either is a good option. I see him again early next month, I've decided on bypass after weighing and researching both options. It is a bit concerning for me too but I like the fact that it's been around for so many years and is long term effective.

I think it is different for everyone, but the practice and surgeons are great. Everyone is very supportive and will answer any questions you have. It is life changing and I have no regrets!

Thank you!

I also had Dr. Spencer. I've heard excellent things about Dr. Moore though. I'm 1 month post op and down 21 lbs. I'm absolutely happy that I went with this group, and I love that they have the SET program as well. You're gonna find them to be like your second family.

Thanks leag78, so far I've been really impressed. I went to a couple other seminars but liked this practice the best by far! Congrats on your weight loss, that is wonderful!!! Do you mind sharing which procedure you had?

One thing I will say about this practice that is interesting, is that there is no pre surgical diet. You will see on here that alot of people and also Sentara does a liquid diet prior to surgery. Dr Spencer told me that unless they have to, to help with surgery, you won't need to do it.

How long before you complete your requirements?

I thought that's what I heard at the support group in March. I remember Dr. Spencer saying they want you to enjoy your last meal but not to gain 20 lbs...lol. I'll be finished with all my requirements next week, and meet with Dr. Moore to go over everything and set a date on June 3rd.

@@changingme5, I had the bypass. Originally chose the sleeve but was told that since I was a diabetic and had high blood pressure the bypass would be my best option.

@ jewli925 I finished all of my requirements and received my date last week. I'm having RNY on July 13th!

That's awesome @@changingme5! You won't regret it. I plan on being at the support meeting in June. If you have questions our want to chat, let me know.

@@jewli925, I'll be there too, thanks!