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Dr Remzi wasn't prepared for my initial consult. He was not welcoming of questions. He proposed an open abdominal surgery to construct my j-pouch in 2-3 stages.

I did research and conferred with one of his former surgical colleagues from the Cleveland Clinic who I know through professional relationships and learned that most surgeons who specialize in the procedure now do it laparoscopically.

Dr. Remzi's surgical approach wasn't right for me, though I'm sure there's a rationale for it, I just didn't want to face that trauma and scarring. I also felt he should have explained that while he wouldn't offer it, a minimally invasive alternative was available.

I was referred to Dr. Kiran at Columbia. Another Cleveland alum, who impressed me as both skilled and compassionate. He did the procedure in two stages, laparoscopically. I had excellent in-patient care at Columbia-Presbyterian, and I remain with the team at Columbia for follow-up care.

8/18/2212:32 AM

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