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Finding a family doctor with experience with bariatric patients
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Hi!
This is the first topic I have started on this Site, although I have lurked here for awhile and gotten a lot of helpful suggestions.
My surgery (sleeve) is in a week (June 12). I am excited, although a little bit nervous. Dr. Shillingford in Florida is doing it. I had considered going to Mexico but I'm happy with my choice, and as a self-pay he is very reasonable.
My question is in regards to finding a new general practitioner. I am concerned that my current one doesn't really have much or any experience dealing with bariatric patients, and would like to find someone who has more knowledge. Are there resources for people like us to look for someone who knows how to deal with our special needs? I will be following up with Dr. S. but he lives 100 miles away and I won't be able to see him that often.
If anyone has suggestions as to how to find someone I'd appreciate your insight.
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