"When Dr. Kim first started speaking at the seminar I thought he was quiet and reserved. Throughout the presentation, he came across as very experienced and skilled. This was backed up by the research I found on him and his clinic, which is a Center of Excellence. At my appointment with him, we talked through the surgery options, and risks, since I had not completely made up my mind. He is a very logical, practical thinker, which made for a productive discussion. He prefers the RNY for patients with higher BMI's, like me, but was not pushy about his preference at all. He stressed many times that he does many successful banding surgeries as well. He came across the tiniest bit arrogant when we talked about other surgeons and their philosophies, but it didn't bother me at all. I think it just comes from being really good at, and very experienced in, what you do. He does emphasize aftercare and has a structured program. He is also very warm, open, friendly, and easy to talk to. As a surgeon, I think he is really the total package. His office staff are all nice, friendly, and helpful. They don't show the kind of urgency I would like with getting through the insurance process, but they are not slow. I'm just impatient. I wanted to send in my seminar paperwork and have everything done and submitted to insurance the same day. I have since learned that my expectations were unrealistic. They may not be the fastest in town, but far, far from being the slowest. I've completed the entire process with Dr. Kim and will be submitting to insurance next week. With some of the other doctors, the first seminar date that they had available hasn't even passed yet."
"When it's time for pain meds or liquids, just push the button and ask. The nurses respond quickly, but do not bring them proactively at the scheduled times."
"Dr. Perkins at one time had a weight management clinic, using traditional weight loss methods, medical and psychological care, follow-ups, etc. After a decade or so of practice, he recognizes the futility in traditional weight loss methods for most people. He is now a primary care physician, and is very supportive of the surgical treatment for weight loss. He has been very helpful in the referral I needed for my insurance company."
