[LuckySevens]

Originally Posted by Futurevillager2013

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.

I am very interested in what you decided to do about your diverticulitis problem. My husband has suffered 2 major attacks in the last 3 weeks. He has an appointment for a consultation with a Dr. Baskar tomorrow. I know nothing about his doctor, other than he is a gastroenterologist I believe.
Please let me know which doctor you chose to go to, and if you have had surgery yet and how you feel about your treatment. We are nervous to go to a doctor we know nothing about.
You can PM me if you don't want to go into too many details on this forum.
thank you in advance.

[Vicki baker]

I had my surgery on a semi emergency basis at TVH. DR Han did my surgery and I am 100% happy with him and the care I recieved. I would highly reccomend Dr. Han

[herbaru]

I have a friend in TVRH as I type. She is a recently retired RN and is literally worried for her life. Some of the stories have me convinced I will not go to that hospital. Her advice would be any place but The Villages hospital.

[golf2140]

Originally Posted by Happinow

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

My wife had open heart surgery at Leesburg. Great service and care. Don't knock our local hopitals.

[Villager Dude]

I would go to Shads , Munroe , Mayo, or Ocala for your surgery . They all have great surgeons . Ocala uses the DiVinci Robot for many surgeries and the recovery is so much faster.

Mayo does not take Medicare.

[Shirleevee]

My husband had two surgeries at TVRH and both the surgery and hospital were great.

[oldkatz]

Originally Posted by Vicki.baker@aol.com

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.

My sister had a part of her intestine removed due to DiverT.It was serious surgery and a 10 day recovery. She had it done in Chicago where we lived. I would say to go to Tampa about 1 1/2 hrs and look for a surgeon there St Joseph Hospital in Tampa has some great surgeons I would google St Joseph Hospital Tampa physician Referrals. Or even Orlando should have some larger hospitals. You are talking some serious surgery. However maybe someone in TV has had this surgery and they can speak first hand. My prayers are with you

[Vicki baker]

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.

[Marilyn1009]

Dr. Nelson is a wonderful person and great surgeon.

[Skip2MySue]

Originally Posted by Vicki baker

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.

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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[KathieI]

Originally Posted by Skip2MySue

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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Wishing you well, sir, and God speed. Saying prayers.

[Jhooman]

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.

[Vicki baker]

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 reccomend 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 imput and well wishes. So glad its all behind me!!

[graciegirl]

Oh Vicki. I am glad you are getting better.

[skyguy79]

Originally Posted by Vicki baker

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!!

Vicki, I don't know you, but it's always nice to hear that someone is doing well after facing a medical problem. God speed your complete and successful recovery!

Originally Posted by Jhooman

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.

Jeanette, sorry to be hearing of the problem you've been through. I'm happy for you that like with Vicki, the worst of it is all behind you now. I hope that it hasn't put a damper to your golf game. I also hope that your husband is doing well too!