"My initial impression was very favorable. My PCP had spoken to him on the phone to jump-start my process as I have a large hiatal hernia that needs to be repaired at the same time before I have more internal bleeding episodes. My personal physician had told me that Dr. Vierra was very caring and highly qualified. He's been a pioneer of laproscopic techniques in Ca. and taught at Stanford.
Office staff first rate. Chris is his assiatant and the one you communicate with the most.
There was nothing I disliked about him at all.
Aftercare is highly stressed. He was frank in his talk to me about risks vs. benefits and one thing he said really struck me. He said that after my surgery I would be an ambassador for all people who are considering wls and that I had a responsibility to give back, in terms of support AND inspiration. In other words, do it right, set an example!
I think he's great based on only one visit thus far. I'll wee him again for last minute check-up and Q&A the day before surgery. I believe that competence is more important than bedside manner in a surgeon - though attitude and caring are vital too. So far, Doc Vierra gets a 10+! "
