"Dr. Kuwada was referred to me by one of my good friends. I was always skeptical of WLS, but after I seen Courtney's results, I had to do it. I seen that nothing \"bad\" happened to her, so why not give it a try. I met Dr. Kuwada and he was sooooo down to earth, very kind, attentive, knowledgeable and reassuring. He went in great detail about both the Lap Band and RNY. He didn't sugar coat anything, but kept it real. He told me the Pro's and Con's of each procedure. In the hosptial, sugery day, he was the same. I felt comfortable with my life in his hands, and besides God, who can you say that about. I recommend everyone who is remotely thinking of WLS to meet Dr. Kuwada. He is a great man and wonderful surgeon!"