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Marsha and Danny M.
Berwind, WV
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Our first impression of Dr. Schirmer was that he is a very compasionate, confident man. And that he really cares, that you are not just a patient, you are a person, a mother, a Father, a Son, A Daugher, a Friend. He takes time to explain any and all questions. He and his WONDERFUL staff, do everything that they can to make you confortable. They are all very caring and very helpful. They thought of things help us be more comfortable than we even considered.
He has done almost 2000 of these surgerys and he and his office staff are GOOD AT IT.
I called on second week of April. and got an appointment for us both in August. And ask if they would put us on their cancelation list. We started out at 150 on the list then we went to 6 and 7. and a week later we got a call on 5/25/04 and they... [Click here for more] ask if we could be there on 5/27/04 at 8am. Of course we said YES...
We were approved by Dr Shirmer to have this surgery.
My husband doesn't even have to have his insurance pre approved.
I really like this hospital and the staff.
The staff expained in great detail the whole surgery, even showed some of the instraments that are used.
They explained the RISK IN great detail.
They even gave examples of people that didn't make it.
They told us that the precentage is 1 in 100 people don't make it.
They really stress after care too.
My husband and I both rate them all at a number 100 on the scall of 1 to 10. (smile)
Posted on 09/27/2008 |
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Molly P.
Hot Springs, VA
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I have been very happy with my surgeon and his staff. They answer questions when asked and seem to care about the patient. I would recommend them to anyone. Posted on 09/24/2008 |
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Tammi J.
Charlottesville, VA
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good doctor very informative Posted on 09/13/2008 |
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Darrell R.
Harrisonburg, VA
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Very professional and detailed. He is very forthcoming with information and addressed my questions in a very polite way. He went over all the risks as well as benefits.. Posted on 08/12/2008 |
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Donna P.
Lexington, VA
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great Posted on 02/26/2008 |
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Candy S.
Craigsville, VA
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I really liked Dr. Schirmer the first time I met him. The office stafff was really friendly and caring. He really is very informative about the surgery and the aftercare. They really go over all the risks and pros and cons of the types of weight loss surgery they perform. The overall rating of Dr. Schirmer and staff is great. Posted on 02/17/2008 |
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Crystal G.
VA
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I have several friends who have had Dr. Schirmer as their surgeon and I also knew him professionally through our clients at my work. He is one of the best and I was very fortunate to have him as my surgeon. His office staff runs like a well oiled machine. From the front desk staff to the insurance back to the nurses who weigh you when you come into the office, everyone has a part and they couldn't be more friendly and efficent. I was very impressed. I had a complication from my surgery (bleeding). There was nothing that he did, this was just one of of those rare complications. He saved my life. He and my fantastic anesthesiologist, Dr. Bob. Many patients sailed through this surgery yet I was the one to have this rare complication. I think this was less that 5% of a chance and to tell... [Click here for more] you the truth, I was concerned about a bloodclot, never bleeding out. I thank God that he was my surgeon that day. If not, I may not be here today. I know they have given me a second chance at being healthy and I know this is a tool. It is up to me now, Dr. Schirmer and his staff have done what they promised. It is all up to me now.
Posted on 02/16/2008 |
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Pamela S.
Linden, VA
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Dr Schirmer was very kind and supportive, seems to be very knowledgable, has been doing surgery over 23 yrs..made me feel comfortable in his capable hands. Answers all questions in a quiet direct manner that is really understandable and is honest about risks associated with surgery. Posted on 01/25/2008 |
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Holly C.
VA
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FIRST IMPRESSION of Dr Schirmer-very polite and informative!! very personable!!
OFFICE STAFF-1)Mike Miller(insurance) doesn't really have an outgoing personality, BUT he gets the job done and is very through in what he does!! he is very to the point and blunt. 2)Anna Miller (nurse and educator) AWESOME!! does a great job at educating and makes sure all aspects of the surgery are understood before leaving on the consultation day!! 3)NUTRITIONIST- can't remember her name, but she was very nice and very realistic. took each person into consideration and gave them food guidelines based on their individual needs.
4)Dr. Schirmer's PA- very through in examination and had great bedside manners! 5)lab girls- Awesome sticks!! barely even felt the needle go in!!
AFTER CARE- after care is... [Click here for more] stressed at this facility!!! they tell you up front what is expected throughout the WLS journey and stress the post-op things like diet, activity, nutrition, supplements, check-up visits, labs, etc.
DR.SCHIRMER has wonderful surgical competence and an excellent bedside manner! my surgery went well with no complications and i could not have asked for a better surgeon. there is nothing i would change as far as dr schirmer is concerned!!
RISKS OF SURGERY- are fully explained. not only are they listed in the packet you get prior to your consultation, but then they are explained during the consultation class and again when you see the surgeon and again when you go for pre-op to sign your consent and meet with the anestheoligist.
Posted on 10/23/2007 |
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Karen B.
VA
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First impressions of Dr Schirmer and his staff were great!! Anna gives a great educational class meeting , the nutrionist is very helpful if you have questions about what to eat and such. Mike the insurance specialist is very blunt and to the point but he gets the job done and that was important to me. Mary the office admin is just an angel, she listens to me and I am sure a lot of other patients and never makes me feel like she is in a rush. I would highly recommend Dr Schirmer and UVA. The wait can be a long drawn out process but he is the best in my eyes and very much worth the wait. Posted on 08/31/2007 |
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