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David Podkameni
"I met Dr. P. when I went to the informational session at Banner Gateway Medical Center last month. I was impressed with the way he handled the audience and their questions. He was very patient and gave great explanations. As a nurse, I have had a lot of experience with surgeons and he did not have the arrogance that I often see associated with them.rnrnI had my first office with Dr. P. on Feb. 11. He asked pertinent questions, reviewed my medical history and patiently answered my questions. He asked me what type of surgery I thought I needed and he concurred that the Roux en Y was the one. He spent a lot of time reviewing the surgery, aftercare and risks. rnrnI will meet with him, as well as the anesthesiologist, two weeks prior to surgery. At that time, I will go on a clear liquid diet, no caffiene or sugar,with 4 protein shakes a day. rnrnThe Bariatric Center offers a pre and post-op diet package that includes all the required supplements that will be needed for purchase. I am seriously considering getting that to reduce the stress of thinking about getting it together.rnrnHis office is at the Banner Gateway Bariatric Center. Due to recent budget cuts, they have two staff members, a RN and dietician, who handle everything from office visits to working with the insurance companies to get authorization. I must say while I was greatly prepared when I went in, my authorization process went very smoothly. I saw him on Nov. 11 and was approved on Nov. 18. rnrnNow I am just waiting to get my surgery date from the hospital surgery scheduler. Yeah!"
About Me
Mesa, AZ
Location
38.6
BMI
RNY
Surgery
04/13/2009
Surgery Date
Oct 13, 2004
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