Topic Explanation:
The discussion is about a patient who is being treated at the Mayo Clinic and has been advised by their gastroenterologist to undergo surgery to remove their entire gut, close off the rectum, and create a permanent ileostomy. The patient is seeking reviews or experiences from others who have been treated by Dr. McKenna, a colorectal surgeon at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, as they have been unable to find any online reviews.

Advice and Insights:
1. A participant mentioned that they are also being treated at Mayo Clinic and have been referred to Dr. McKenna for an upcoming appointment. They have not heard anything negative about him and trust the recommendation of their current surgeon, Dr. David Turay, who is highly regarded.
2. Another participant suggested checking the MPLS, St. Paul magazine, which annually rates the best doctors in Minnesota, as a resource for finding reputable surgeons.
3. A patient of Dr. McKenna shared that they have also been recommended a similar procedure by him but did not provide further details on their experience.