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Expert: - 3/10/2010


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I am sure you have hear of transferred addiction and i am dealing with this at this time.  i have become an alcholic and was not before this surgery.  I know alot of people this has happened to. I am asking for a recomendation for a consultation in having the reversal done.  in NY or NJ area Can you help... AD

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Dear AD,
I'm very sorry to learn of your troubles with alcohol after gastric bypass.

The best option would be to follow up with your original surgeon.  Based on your question I suspect that is not desirable/practical.

The next best bet is to search for a surgeon who participates in a designated Center of Excellence. You can find these in your area on the Center of Excellence website at:
http://www.surgicalreview.org/locate.aspx

Best of luck to you,
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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