Has anyone had a Gastric Bypass with Dr El-Hasani, at Princess Royal, Farnborough?

[Jayz0rz]

Hi

Just had a consultation with Dr El-Hasani at Princess Royal Hospital and have been put forward for a bypass. He said the next stage is to go to an information forum but I don't have a date as yet. I was just wondering if anyone has been through this surgery at the PR Hospital with Dr El-Hasani and if so can answer a few questions that are brewing in my brain...along with a lot of fear and trepidation.

I'm type II diabetic with insulin resistance and hypothyroid, i've been told that this op can pretty much reverse the diabetes, and some other health concerns, but on the other hand I have read so many horror stories, i.e. the man who is suing charing cross hospital after GI surgery as he now can't eat solid food, is fed through a tube and has to have liquid morphine?!?....I just wondered if anyone has had success and can let me know that I am doing the right thing and that it can make a difference and still have a good quality of life.

I have tried every diet and excercise plan known to man and weight loss meds and meal replacement etc so I am really at the end of the options...

...any help or support would be most appreciated.

Thanks J xx :wave_cry:

 

[dottychic]

I had my bypass in Oct 2010 at Salford in Manchester so not the same hospital but its the best thing Ive even done. No regrets here! There are sometimes complications with these ops but there are with every operation. I was Type 2 Diabetes on Metformin, I had 2 strokes caused by high blood pressure (5 different tablets for that) Since surgery I havnt taken any diabetes meds or BP ones I couldnt be more pleased and feel so much better physically and mentally..........good luck hun XX

 

[Lisa J]

Hi

Just had a consultation with Dr El-Hasani at Princess Royal Hospital and have been put forward for a bypass. He said the next stage is to go to an information forum but I don't have a date as yet. I was just wondering if anyone has been through this surgery at the PR Hospital with Dr El-Hasani and if so can answer a few questions that are brewing in my brain...along with a lot of fear and trepidation.

I'm type II diabetic with insulin resistance and hypothyroid, i've been told that this op can pretty much reverse the diabetes, and some other health concerns, but on the other hand I have read so many horror stories, i.e. the man who is suing charing cross hospital after GI surgery as he now can't eat solid food, is fed through a tube and has to have liquid morphine?!?....I just wondered if anyone has had success and can let me know that I am doing the right thing and that it can make a difference and still have a good quality of life.

I have tried every diet and excercise plan known to man and weight loss meds and meal replacement etc so I am really at the end of the options...

...any help or support would be most appreciated.

Thanks J xx :wave_cry:

Hi J, there are quite afew of Mr El Hasani's patients on here, if you schroll down on the front of this page then there is along thread with many of us commenting on him and the surgery. It was me asking the same question as you 20 months ago! He is a fantastic surgeon, i've had no problems whatsoever and have lost almost 11 and a half stone. Keep reading all the info on this site it will give you the confidence you need to embrace this chance of a new happier life! Take care Lisa xxx

 

[deeby]

HiI had DR EL Hasani too and wouldnt change a thing !!! i had my op on 7th Oct 2010 and ive lost 6 stone (well, nearly) he's a brilliant surgeon but not a people person lol
good luck
xxx

 

[vicky x]

Hi,
I'm under mr el Hasani and i' ve got my group info session tomorrow at the Orpington hospital. I'll post tomorrow and let u know what happened etc!
VICKY x

 

[jasbtn]

Hi Vicky i had a gastric sleeve done with Mr El Hasani last November and have lost nearly 6 stone since then.The team there are very professional and thorough and you will be in safe hands.As Dawny said he his not a persons person but he is very good at what he does.I can eat solids and eat almost everything though no where near as much.It has been a life changing experience for me and i wouldnt want it any other way.All the best on your journey im sure you will have no regrets. All the best .Jason

 

[RoseA]

Hi J... I had a byass with Mr EH at PRUH in May last year and have lost 8 and a half stone I've had no problems at all and am loving life ! If you'd like to, you can read all about my journey in "Rose's WLS diary..."

Don't hesitate to ask us absolutely anything - there's no such thing as a silly question around here !

 

[Fat Again]

I was a private patient of El Hasani, and I was 100% satisfied with him, his team and the result xxxxxxxx

 

[Jayz0rz]

Thanks to everyone who has posted a comment in relation to my questions, it's great to know that I am not alone in this.

The info has been really helpful, it's good to see people who have had success and are happy after this procedure.

Just had a letter this morning to go to Orpington hospital Dr El-Hasani's general surgery outpatients clinic so not sure what that's for but it seems things are moving anyhow!!

I will check out the posts that have been mentioned and again thanks so much for the support

J x

 

[Jayz0rz]

How long did everyone have to wait on the NHS for the procedure after the information event?

J x

 

[jasbtn]

Hi J, i had to wait a total 8 months from consultation to operation.But going to the out-patients is one of the last steps before your actual surgery.Well it was with me. I hope it all goes well for you and your op comes around quickly. Jason

 

[deeby]

Hiya i had to wait 9 months xx

 

[Lisa J]

I had to wait 9 months xxx

 

[vicky x]

Thanks to everyone who has posted a comment in relation to my questions, it's great to know that I am not alone in this.

The info has been really helpful, it's good to see people who have had success and are happy after this procedure.

Just had a letter this morning to go to Orpington hospital Dr El-Hasani's general surgery outpatients clinic so not sure what that's for but it seems things are moving anyhow!!

I will check out the posts that have been mentioned and again thanks so much for the support

J x

Hiya,
I was ment to see the specilist nurse today at Orpington but the rang and cancelled so i've got to wait another 2 weeks!
This appointment is a group info session and to sign the cencent forms. What date is your appointment?
Vicky x

 

[Jayz0rz]

Hi Vicky,

Sorry to hear it was cancelled, my appointment is for 16th Feb at 10.30 at Orpington.

J x

 

[vicky x]

Hi Vicky,

Sorry to hear it was cancelled, my appointment is for 16th Feb at 10.30 at Orpington.

J x

Hiya,
Mine is now on the 16th too but I was told 11.30! These are group sessions so surely they should be at the same time? I'll ring and check on Monday cos I don't want to miss it!!
VICKY x

 

[RoseA]

8 months for me.

 

[Jinjanut]

My op was with Dr El Hassani, he was brilliant, the nurses at Orpington were really good too

 

[beccles]

My op with Mr El Hasani, I am only 5 days post op and went private at BMI Chelsfield, I found Mr EH and his team absolutely brilliant and first class.

 

[yummymummytobe]

hiya i had my op 13/01/11 with mr el hassini .. him & his team were absolutely fantastic xx