"Dr Crouthamel was excellent. One of the things I find incredible abut him is that he's had the surgery himself, so he understands what we are going through. He took the time to answer my questions. He explained the procedures. He never talked down to me and he listened to my concerns. The entire practice (Pudget Sound Surgical Center) is extremely professional and competent. The staff and in particular Dr Crouthamel's assistant Jenny were so helpful. They helped me to get all the requirements out of the way so that I could get the surgery. I really liked that they "weren't anxious to take my money". They wanted to make sure I was fit and ready for the surgery. Also they weren't just concerned with the surgery. They made sure I would get good follow up care. The plan includes two years of followup with both the surgeon (Dr. Crouthamel) and the nutritionist (Pacific Nutrition Wellness). The surgery went flawlessly and my recovery was rapid and relatively painless. Dr Crouthamel even called me over a long weekend just to see how I was doing. That's how much they care. I can't recommend Dr Crouthamel highly enough. If you are interested in vertical sleeve gastrectomy surgery in the Seattle area I highly recommend that you contact Pudget Sound Surgical Center and ask for Dr Crouthamel."
