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Keith B. Boone
"08/16/04: I have had two post op visits at the surgeon's office with the P.A. that handles aftercare and diet supervision. I have not been very happy with the visits and for the 6 months post op visit, I have changed the appointment so that I can meet with Dr. Boone instead. She is too focused on pointing out the errors and basically ignored all the good things I'd done. I voluntarily brought in a 5 day food intake journal so that I could discuss protien intake and other items with her. She quickly scanned it and pointed out the negative stuff. She could not answer several of my questions (which it's fine to just say "I don't know") and when I asked a question about calorie burn/intake and weight loss she accused me of "over analyzing" this whole thing. Well..."this whole thing" just happens to be my life, my health, my future...needless to say...the appointment was less than desireable. I will visit with Dr. Boone at the 6 month PO date and then again at 1 year. They ask that you visit with them annually after that. 05/30/04: I had surgery on the 26th. Dr. Boone said that my liver was enlarged and there was additional scar tissue from a prior surgery that both made my sugery a bit challenging. He was able to complete it laproscopically (I'm so thankful!) and there were no other complications. I think that Dr. Boone made a choice to stick it out and work extra hard to keep me at lap and not open me up. He really went the extra mile to honor my request. He is very professional, compassionate and in my opinion very talented. They made me take a test the day before surgery and graded it too!!! They gave me my after surgery medication Rx the day before surgery so that I could get them filled and have them ready. They have written handouts for aftercare and for people living close to Fresno, they offer a Monday nite support/informational meeting. **I recommend Dr. Boone and his partners to others that are looking for an experienced team of professionals with compassion to perform their surgery. 03/30/04: I have completed my initial educational session and consult with Dr. Boone. The video educational session was great and answered several of my questions. I watched the video as I live 3 hrs away and they don't want to make you drive over just for a presentation. Through the video I was able to get a feel for the surgery clinic, their attitudes and dedication to helping others with obesity. Nurse Brenda and the clerical gal Jeanice were very professional, helpful and encouraging. What I liked most about Dr. Boone??? His beautiful eyes..... Ooops....!!! no, not really- although he is an attractive man... I felt very comfortable talking with him. He actually read the information I filled out regarding my history of health and dieting...(first diet at age 10)...His bedside manner was great. I handing him a list of 15 questions and he stood next to me and we read them one by one. When I inquired about my estrogen use after surgery, he did say we would leave that up to the GYN. Otherwise he was careful to answer each of my questions. They actually gave me a booklet that includes a test in the back. I'm to answer the questions and then actually take a test at my pre-op appointment. Brenda said that I would be able to transfer the information over from the take home papers. I like that accountability. It's interesting to visit with a doctor that is actually glad you have some knowledge on the subject at hand. At this point, I can recommend Dr. Boone's office in Fresno and will update here after I have my surgery. 12/01/04: Well..I think Dr. Boone is one of the more talented WLS doctors. He did a remarkable job on my surgery; went the extra mile to keep it lap (lots of scar tissue in the way and enlarged liver); I was out of the hospital in 1 1/2 days; I had absolutely NO PAIN and never took any pain meds afterwards; went back to work and the gym in 10 days and his after surgery food plan is manageable and "do-able". I have had good follow-up when calling to get questions answered and I think he relies on his patients being actively involved, educated and assertive about their health concerns. When a doctor embraces that...I'm impressed. I highly recommend Dr. Boone and his office staff."
About Me
Central Coast, CA
Location
38.5
BMI
RNY
Surgery
05/26/2004
Surgery Date
Mar 01, 2004
Member Since
Before & After
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May 2004 the Journey begins...
10 months post op; down 122 lbs @ goal!
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