Dr. Sack is amazing. I had my surgery in November 2005. I spent 2 months in the hospital with complications and Dr. Sack was there every step of the way.

Although I had my surgery at Cedars with Dr. Fleshner, Dr. Sack was among those on the short list of excellent doctors in Los Angeles (and from what I heard the best at UCLA).

That is great to hear.

I know it's been a while since this was posted but I hope I'm not too late. I live in Long Beach and have been looking for an in person J-pouch support group in the area. Is anyone interested? I'm having step 2 this coming Tuesday, but desperately want people who "really" understand to talk to. I'd be happy to coordinate something once I'm well enough. Anyone interested can email me at allisonmiller118@hotmail.com Or if anyone can send me the info for the support group at Hoag in Newport that would be great too.
Thank You!

Are there any formal support groups for Jpouchers we could start one? Once a month. Anyone interested?
Eric

I would love to start a once a month group Here in the LA/OC area. The only formal group I know of is at St. Josephs Hospial in Orange County. Their next meeting is April 19 and Im plannin on going to that. But I want to be able to talk to people more regularly. I just got home from the hospital after my take down last Tuesday. Please contact me if you all would like to do a group. My husband and I would be happy to host it,

I'm using Dr. SACK!!!! Have u used him? If so please tell me what u think. He was given to me by the trauma team. I'm a little nervous, but they say he is the best.

i just read the other replies here. It's nice to hear other people are using the same dr. And that one was recommended to him from a short list of great dr's. I hope we all have an amazing experience!!

UCLA is moving into their new hospital this month I believe, the Ronald Regan Memorial Hospital. From what I was told every room is private and there are flat screen TV's.