"Dr. Walton took very good care of me and made sure I was in good health to perform the surgery by running numerous test prior to the surgery. He was very knowledgeable about the procedures stating lap-bands are only a tool. The staff at the facility are very friendly and majority of the staff have experienced being overweight themselves and are in recovery, making life long changes. I did have to complete six months of appointments with a PA, Diet personnel, an exercise personnel prior to surgery, plus I had to lose about 15 pounds. I am not sure all these were nessasary but I did learn a few thing I did not know like you do not have to sweat to lose weight, 1 hour of walking a can be better for you than trying to walk as fast as you can. I was a little disappointed I had to start paying for the diet and exercise classes instead of these being filled to the insurance for me. You are required to file these yourself. I was impressed by the overlarge furniture in the waiting rooms, exam rooms, and bath rooms. I do wish I had been provide more guidance as to what would be the best surgery for me. Towards to the end of my six month, I realized most of the employees working at the facility had had the gastric bypass or sleeve and that the band was a longer process and more restrictive procedure. Overall, I have been pleased with the care I have recieved and everyone has been very professional treating heavy people with respect and courteousy. Dr. Walton was high recommended by my physican who I trust and respect her opinion. I would recommend him and this facility to others."
