Hi Nanette, please read

[sarrah345]

Dear Nanette,

I've read all the educational material thoroughly, and the same goes with the informational packet that Pat gave me. There are discrepancies between the amount of certain vitamins between Dr. Allam's packet, and Pat's packet. About the multivitamins, Dr. Allam says 3 a day, and Pat's says two a day. Dr. Allam's mentions taking B6, but not Pat's.

I also want to ask....are we or do I buy and take ALL of the supplements that Dr. Allam lists in his information packet? If so, I'd like to know. I want to be as healthy as I can after surgery, and the supplements seem like a good idea, but there are a lot of them, so before I fork over the cash for all of these supplements, please give me your opinion.

Thank you, Happy New Year, and I will see you on January 5th to get my surgery date!

Cathy

[NCatena]

Cathy,

I know that Pat responded to this, as well, so I will make mine brief! When it comes to the packets being slightly different, we are working to update them as equally as possible, as recommendations from the ASBS changes. Best bet is to always go by PAT'S info, when it comes to nutrition and supplements.

This is really the purpose of having 3 visits prior to surgery. Dr. Allam will answer each of your questions at those visits. Write them down as you think of them. Especially since very often, a question may be answered by another physician as you go for your clearances.

See you Friday.
nanette