I am scheduled for my first fill under fluoscopy 10/29/07. If you are a current or former patient, I'd love to hear about your experience. Thanks!

Dr. Ahigian is awsome. I had my first fill with him on October 5th 2007 without the flouroscopy and he hit my port the first time. Staff is very friendly and knowlegable. I would recommend him.

I am so glad to hear from you!!! I was getting worried that no one would respond. Thanks again for your input -- I feel reassured about my 10/29 appointment now.

cherrie31c -- what type of band do you have? How many cc's did you have added in your first fill? What are his recommendations for length of time on liquids after the fill? Thanks, Karen

I had my fill with Dr. Ahigian, Denver NC through Fill Centers USA -- no problems whatsoever and I will be going back for future fills.

Thats excellent Shelbi

What is the cost for a fluro fill with Dr.Ahigian, in Denver, NC?

Hi Sundance,

First appointment was $299. Fill appointments thereafter without fluro are $155. Dr. Ahigian uses the fluro equipment at the local hospital and I think the additional charge is around $330 as best I recall, but I'm not positive -- I can't find my notes where I wrote it down. The best thing to do is to call FillCentersUSA and they can give you the exact amount. I've had 2 fills now with Dr. Ahigian without fluro and haven't had any problems and no pain -- but I think my port is fairly palpatable. I like Dr. Ahigian -- he's a straightforward kind of person, very open and unpretentious.

Good luck in your journey...

Karen

I Love dr. Ahigan. I travel 3hrs. for my fills with him. He is very straight forward. I have had 3 fills with him and i always enjoy visiting with him. I just be glad to hit the sweet spot so i wil not see him as often.lol but overall he is great.

ShelbiCallie,

Which hospital did you have your fluoro done? I had my done by a doctor in Concord with Fluoro at Northeast Medical Center, but he charges a lot. I'm wondering if they can use the xrays from my last fill with him.

Marilyn

Hi Marilyn

I ended up not having fluro with either fill. Dr. Ahigian uses the fluro Carolinas Medical Center-Lincoln in Lincolnton NC as needed, but he didn't feel that it was necessary with my fills. My fills have been a breeze -- painless. I had my fills done in his office in Denver, NC. You could call his office and find out what he would prefer for you (704) 483-2200 or call Fill Centers USA.

Good luck with your journey!

<p>I drive 5 hours to have fills with Dr Ahigan. He is awesome!! I had tons of questions and he answered them all and eased my mind. He has successfully hit my port on the first attempt with ease and no pain involved. The staff is warm and welcoming and Dr. Ahigan is such a people person. I love his bedside manner and am willing to continue to drive 5 hours to let him take care of me. I've been to both his Denver office and his Huntersville office. He recommended his Denver office because I am tall and the table located there is more "tall friendly" and easier for me.</p> While making the trip, I ran into inclement weather and the highway was closed for 3 hours. I called the office to find out if I should just turn around and head back home due to being 3 hours late. I was told to be careful and that as long as I made it in before the close of business, they would fit me right in. Once I arrived that is exactly what they did. Dr. Ahigan even joked with me about really wanting a fill! LOL

i have my apt for my first fill 2/15. I am scared to death. I wanted to have a barium swallow or something to ensure that i am not too restricted. i don't want to vomit.I have been very lucky not to pb or vomit as of yet. I was banded 11/10/07.

i too will drive 4.5 hrs to see this doc