Originally Posted by Futurevillager2013 (Post 805255)

I am not a medical doctor but just want to tell you about my own experience. I have had several diverticulitis attacks and was told years ago to have an operation. I got a second opinion. To make a long story short I changed my diet and take probiotics everday. I also do yoga and try not to get stressed.I've been doing this for the last three years and no more attacks. Just get a second or even third opinion before having any surgery.

Originally Posted by Happinow (Post 805262)

Personally, I would never have any major surgery done locally. Shands is where I would trust my life. Best of luck.

Originally Posted by Vicki.baker@aol.com (Post 805123)

I saw a Gastroenterologist Today for severe diverticulitis attacks. He recommended I see a surgeon for severe diverticulitis . I am new here and not personally knowing the surgeon is of concern to me. I am seeing surgeon, Dr. Han, the husband of Dr. Lilly Tran. I see he goes to both TV Hospital and Leesburg hospital, any one out there have any first hand information or opinions about which hospital to use. I understand its a fairly serious surgery and a hospital stay of 5-7 days. Right now, I am fairly uneasy about all of this. I hope after speaking with Dr. Han, I can get some of my questions answered.....but I would appreciate any first hand info. Thanks.

Originally Posted by Vicki baker (Post 822310)

Thank you all for your responses, on Jan 6th i was admitted to TVH for 2 weeks, a week of IV Antibiotics,then surgery for my diverticulitis. Dr. han did my bowel resection. He was great and my recovery has gone very well. I would definitely recommend him.

Originally Posted by Skip2MySue (Post 823332)

Great to hear your surgery was a success and your recovery is proceeding nicely. I go in on Feb 7th in NJ for colon cancer and am looking forward to your results also.
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Originally Posted by Vicki baker (Post 823404)

I had my surgery at TVH after 7 days of IV antibiotics in the hospital. All went well, per Dr. Han, it was more extensive than he anticipated. I was very pleased with Dr. Han. My stay there was okay. My recovery is good. I would recommend Dr. Han. He assured me he could accomplish my results without a colostomy and he did just that. I found him to be direct, compassionate and I am very pleased with him and my surgery. Thanks for all your input and well wishes. So glad its all behind me!!

Originally Posted by Jhooman (Post 823387)

Last year I had emergency surgery for diverticulitis at The Village Hospital. Dr. Han saved my life. I had been mis-diagnosed by two doctors here in The Villages. I was in ICU, required a colostomy bag for 3 months. I'm grateful for Dr. Han's proactive approach.

After 3 months, Dr. Han reversed the colostomy and I gratefully got my rear end back. Dr.Han was professional, compassionate and kind. The hospital staff was very competent too.

My husband was my advocate and I believe we all need someone to watch over us whenever we are being treated at any hospital. He kept people on their game.