"The limitation was with trying to deal with morbid obesity medically when surgery is the only realistic solution. Dr. Fujioka realized that and pushed me to have the surgery."
"Dr. Keshishian is a true professional. He is sensitive and quite concerned that his patients know what they are facing. He takes great pains to find out if you know the risks and if you really know what your alternatives are. He especially grills you on your knowledge of complications.rnrnHis bedside manner is outstanding as is his entire office staff. The office handles things promptly and efficiently. All questions and concerns are answered immediately. They are accessible by phone during office hours for preops. Requests for insurance approval go in at warp speed after the consult. rnrnDee or Dawn provide patient education at the consult and you have to take a test. They give you a comprehensive binder and a homework packet to fill out and return before surgery. Aftercare and followup is given special emphasis.rnrnDr. K is young but he has performed a multitude of surgeries and is now a true veteran. I am fortunate to have a person of his skills and experience! rnrnThe only downside is that the summer climate in Delano is a bit on the warm side.rnrnI wouldn't even consider a surgeon who does not have a great track record, an extremely competent team, and excellent skills and training. His experience and professionalism are unequaled. His bedside manner is the best that I have seen!rnrn9/21/01 - 3 weeks post op - Dr. K is a fantastic, caring professional. He was completely prepared and ready for whatever might occur in my surgery. The thoroughness of this preparation and the precautions that he takes makes recovery a relative breeze, considering the seriousness of the procedure. The hospital staff at DRMC are top notch. rnrn10/13/01 - Went for my 1 mo. followup last week and everything was AOK. Dr. K is a master at aftercare, which is super important. My several little post-op \"challenges\" were handled competently and caringly. He is also accessible when you need him. That, unfortunately, does not seem to be universal among weight loss surgeons. He is the best! rnrn12/17/2009 Just went to Dr/ K's 10th Anniversary celebration. Now he's done somewhere around 1500 procedures. There were over 7000 lbs. lost in the room that night. Some things change - and for the best. Now Dr. K's patients have the option of surgery in Delano (still a very good choice, given the fact that the staff now has ten years experience in dealing with the morbidly obese patient. Today, though, there is another choice - Verdugo Hills Hospital just north of downtown Los Angeles. This is a great convenience, too for patients living in Southern California who don't have the time to travel to Delano for follow up visits. There's a downside, though as all the old-timers still come to the meetings in Delano and it is great to see them now and then.rnrnI just read the \"question\" at the bottom of the text box where the web says that 100% positive reviews are less informative or suspect. Baloney! When you're dealing with the top-notch crew, they deserve a 100% top-notch rating. rnrnThis surgery is still what I view as the very best thing that I ever did for myself. I have a life, a great life. These people are the ones who gave it to me. "
"Dr. Fujioka subspecializes in bariatric medicine. He suggested surgery to me and pushed the RNY. His explanation of why he didn't support the Duodenal Switch shows that he really doesn't understand it. He has since (surprise!) become involved with an RNY surgery program at Scripps Clinic."
"This stuff tastes terrible to me. I ate a few to try and use them up but couldn't finish them they taste so yucky. They should be arrested for impersonating food."
"These taste great. Just make note that two little squares make up a serving. Read the warning about excess consumption causing diarrhea! It is easy to fall into the trap of eating the whole bar and then wondering why you have the runs at 2:00 a.m."
