Bariatric Surgery/HELP

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Expert: - 5/19/2011


Question
Dr.  I am a nurse who had a successful DS surgery in 2002.  It has been so exciting to have a new life.  I lost 130.  In the last two years, I have started gaining.  I have gained 50 lbs back and I am terrified.  It feels that I am falling down a hill and every time I try to stop to catch myself I fall harder. As a nurse, I realize that you can't give me comprehensive answer but can you point me to help?  The doctor who did my original surgery is no longer available. (I think he died)

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Debra,
I know this is a really frightening and disheartening situation.  You need to get connected with a bariatric center of excellence.  You can find the Center that is closest to you on the web at:

http://www.surgicalreview.org/locate.aspx

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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