starting a new thread for anyone who has or is considering surgery thru the Brigham/Falkner program.

~Mel

surgery 11/13/07 Dr Vernon

-35lbs

I actually had to pay $500. But maybe they reduced the fee? It's the same fee regardless of who the MD is. It allows you to have access to program resources such as the nutritionist post surgery. If I remember correctly, I had to pay $100 upfront and then had to make sure the rest was paid prior to the surgery being scheduled.

I believe you should be able to get your work up done at BWH and then have the surgery at Faulkner. I actually see my surgeon for followup visits at both locations. It's the same program so it shouldn't matter. If I had to do it all over, I totally would have the surgery at Faulkner (no private room at BWH).

Palpitations starting again.

Oh really? I guess I misunderstood the women on the phone (sorry for the confusion!).... Thank you for letting us know!!!

Missy, have you gotten any closer to a decision? I am seeing Dr. Vernon tomorrow, but at this point in time I think I am leaning towards the vertical sleeve gastrectomy. I will see what Dr. Vernon says though.

For those who are still curious, the current fee is $550, but this includes lifetime follow up and support through the groups and department. While I hate paying so much, this seems like a good investment to me!