"12/12/01
I was told about Dr. Duncan from a patient of his. So, I have called to schedule a consultation with him. Before I can have the consultation I need to fill out a bunch of paperwork (past diet history and that sort of stuff, I imagine). I'm just waiting on the paperwork to arrive. I've read alot about Dr. Duncan, so I am expecting great things from him when I meet him. I'll post back when I know more.<br><br>
12/19/01
I faxed over my forms to his office late last night and received a call back from his office this morning to schedule an appointment!!!!!! Of course, I wasn't home and didn't get the message until after his office was closed, so I'll call first thing in the morning to get this ball rolling. Geez, I would love to have good news soon!<br><br>
1/17/02
Had my consultation today. Waited about 15 minutes and then went in to be weighed and have my measurements taken. Met with one of the medical staff to have her explain the procedure to me and answer any and all questions I have (didn't have much since I've learned a TON from this site). Dr. Duncan requires a Psych eval and to meet with a Nutritionalist. After this done, will meet Dr. Duncan personally to discuss final details and get surgery scheduled.
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04/20/02
Met Dr. Duncan at my pre-surgery consultation on Thursday (4/18/02) Very nice man. He comes across as very sincere, not judgemental. <br>
He wanted to make sure I understand about the procedure, the risks involved (leaks and blood clots are his 2 main concerns). I asked him if he's had any mortalities and he said "NO". THAT'S JUST WHAT I WANTED TO HEAR!<br>
Explained that he cannot tell me how long/short the surgery will be. Said that when he goes in, since I've already had my gall bladder removed, that if I have a lot of internal scarring, he will have to fix that first BEFORE beginning the WLS. That it is his job to correct anything that may be wrong internally before he does the big procedure. (that's cool with me! Two birds with one stone, so to speak)<br>
We talked about the diet plan immediately following the surgery and what to do/not to do.<br>
His staff is wonderful. They are all very nice and understanding. Gave me lots of information about what to do before and after surgery.<br>
So far, overall, I rate him highly. I wont' know until I have the surgery about his competence - I'll be sure to let you know that. Judging by everything else, I expect it to go well.<br><br>
05/01/02
Had my surgery on the 29th. Everything went great. Check out on the 30th. Dr. Duncan came in to meet me before I checked out - asked how I was doing. Spoke with my husband a bit, was very nice and friendly. I love this man - he has given me a tool to change my life for the better."
"She knows all about the ramifications of the surgery and wants to make sure you understand how eating will change.
She had some good suggestions and was open to some that I had (that I had learned from this site). In fact, she gave me her email address so I could send her additional info about this web site and some other things."
"She was very helpful when I needed referrals to a nutritionist and psychiatrist. Said their office already had 2 patients that have had this surgery and are doing well. Was very supportive of my endeavor"
"He was very encouraging about the surgery. His goal is to make sure the patient is aware of the ramifications of the surgery and that he wants them to understand so they can have the surgery and be healthy. He was very pro surgery, very caring. I really liked him."
