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Expert: - 3/17/2009


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I have substituted alcohol for food.  I don't know what to do.

Answer
Ann,
This a potentially serious problem, and it is great that you have begun to realize it is a problem.

I urge you to talk to one of your doctors in person about this problem, and get some help in stopping drinking completely.  At this stage, there is no control left with alcohol.

Any of your doctors can help: your surgeon, your primary doctor, etc.

I wish you the best of luck,
Dr JP

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John Pilcher, MD

Expertise

I can answer medically oriented questions about bariatric surgery including: patient selection, preparation for surgery, differences between types of bariatric surgery, aftercare following bariatric surgery. I can answer detailed questions about gastric bypass, Lap-Band, gastric sleeve, and revision bariatric surgery. I am only somewhat familiar with Biliopancreatic diversion. I am not prepared to answer insurance or other financial questions related to bariatric surgery.

Experience

I have been a practicing bariatric surgeon since 1995. About 85% of my current practice consists of bariatric surgery, including all of the above procedures except biliopancreatic diversion. I am the senior surgeon of a 5-surgeon group. I am recognized among surgeons and other medical professionals as the most experienced bariatric surgeon in my region.

Organizations
Fellow of American College of Surgeons Member, American Society for Bariatric Surgery

Education/Credentials
BA in Biochemistry - University of Virginia Medical Degree - University of Virginia Surgical Residency - University of Virginia

Awards and Honors
Alpha Omega Alpha

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