Fill Doctors

October 21, 2003

Hi Everyone,

I am almost 6 weeks post op and starting to look for a fill doctor

I was banded in Mexico so some of the doctors are not willing to do the fills. I have been told that Dr. John Vitello in Downers Grove will do fill but I do not really know how to get ahold of him.

Dr Chua is the other one people talk about but because I did not see him first the nurse did not know if they would do my fills they will let me know, but even if they will it is almost cheaper to fly back to Mexico. If anyone would know of any other doctors that might I would be for ever in your debt if you can give me there names. I live by Madison and with all the doctors in the area you would think I could find someone who would do the fills but there is not even a doctor who has done a lapband surgery, some of the doctors have not even heard of a lapband . I don't mind driving if I have to.

Thanks

Becky:)

leo · October 21, 2003

If you don't live in a area with experienced fill doctors, I really suggest you just fly back to Mexico and get the fill with the doctor that did your surgery.

Doing a fill is a artform, its not just sticking a needle in and putting so many cc of saline. The least that could happen with a inexperienced doctor is that you will get not enough fill or overfilled. But I have read that some people had their band punctured while having a fill and had to have it repaired.

roxanne · October 23, 2003

Hi Becky, I had my surgery in Sioux City Ia and my brother plans on going to Mexico for his surgery.I talked to my Dr. and asked if he would do my brothers fills and he said he would so you might try calling his office if you don't mind the driving distance.It is Dr. Rizk he works out of Midlands Clinic 2800 Pierce St. Sioux City IA, and the phone number is 712-252-3211. Good Luck. Roxanne