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Denesia A.
Cincinnati, OH
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I had every intention of choosing another doctor. In fact when I first saw him I still did not consider him, but after attending the informational session he allowed as much time as needed if anyone had questions for him. Well of course I had a full page of them but he never batted an eye. He answered everything honestly and thoroughly. There was a trust there that I totally appreciated. He has a great reputation of professionalism, and he is extremely knowledgeable. He has many years experience and teaches other surgeons. If I had to choose again I would choose Dr Alexander in a heartbeat. Posted on 08/16/2007 |
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Crystal Y.
Georgetown, OH
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I was lucky enough that my surgeon actually did my interest group meeting so I met him first there. He was very well spoken and he stayed after the meeting to talk to each and every person that had any questions or concerns. He wanted people to know that WLS wasn't for everyone. He was honest and caring. I also seen him for my first consultation. He was very caring and listened to everything I had to say. He let me know everything I needed to be concerned about. I really like him. I have checked him out and his experience. I know he is an older man but that is because he has many years of experience in transplant surgery and surgery in general. I have no doubt he knows what he is doing. I will see him next week for my pre-op. Posted on 08/31/2006 |
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Cynthia S.
Fairfield, OH
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He is such a "down to earth man"..My first meeting i went to he even attended..talked to all of us..most had already had the surgery but some of us hadn't. This really impressed me..he joked and laughed with all of us and answered any questions that we had.
He doesnt hesitate at all..seems very knowledgeable in what he does...dont seem to "sugar coat" ..he let us all know its not a cure for us but a tool to help us reach our goals..that we must work hard to obtain.
He made it clear that aftercare is very important as well as everyday diet and exercise.
I have not yet had the surgery but so far i am impressed.
*UPDATE - Well my opinion still stands..Dr Alexander is a wonderful surgeon...not much when it comes to the gift of gab, but very concerned for my welfare and compfort...AAA+++ Posted on 08/27/2006 |
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Amy L.
Swanton, OH
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My first impression with Dr. Alexander was that he didnt have time to waste. If i wasnt serious about the procedure he wasnt going to waste his time with meeting with me. He wasnt a harsh man, he just was very to the point. Dr alexander really stressed aftercare with me. I had a long list of questions to ask him and he didnt seem rushed to answer any of them. He went through things in detail and never shyed away from the risks. I liked that about him. His office staff was very pleasant to work with. Since the intial staff member that you meet with were generalized in the hospital, they werent the most friendly but once i got back to Dr Alexander's personal staff, my medical asst./nurse was wonderful. Over all i would rate this Dr as an 11 on a scale of 1-10! I can not wait until i... [Click here for more] have surgery with him! I have every confidence in his abilities as a surgeon.
Posted on 10/08/2005 |
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Sherry W.
Oxford, OH
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Dr. Alexander seemed both caring and professional although his staff seems to be really inundated with patients, might not be a bad idea to expand the office. I will meet the doctor for the second time a week before my surgery.
His office staff is very efficient but swamped and sometimes a little impatient. They get the job done though and if you wear your heart on your sleeve this won't be the first time it's gotten bumped. Posted on 09/26/2005 |
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Tammy A.
Manchester, OH
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When I first met with Dr. Alexander, he gave me hope. He told me I would have to have the excess skin removed right firm the start. His staff was okay I guess. They just seemed to be there. I would say that Dr. Alexander is an exceptional surgeon and he knows what he is doing. He advised me what the surgery would be like before and what I needed to do afterwards. I never got to go back to him for my one year check up. Posted on 07/13/2005 |
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Tracy W.
Cinti, OH
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My first impression of him was that he was somehow bigger and younger looking than i had imagined for some reason.His office staff is so caring and compassionate,very helpful and up front about the entire process.There wasn't anything that i didn't like about him.well,kinda wish he'd told a couple of jokes.but thats just me.You should know that he really knows his *$@#. Do your research and write your questions down before you go in its alot of info to take in and also have to remember what questions to ask.He doesn't really have an established aftercare program,I kinda wish he did,but on the other hand they explain everything so well and give you so much written info that between that and your own research and questions you should be fine.They were VERY honest about the risks.One... [Click here for more] thing you will be able to say about him is that he doesn't sugar coat ANYTHING.Overall I think I'd rate him a 10. I think that surgicaql compitance is better thatn bedside manner.both would be nice.but i personally would rather have a surgeon who knows his stuff and not alot of extra conversation. than one who makes me laugh but didn't have much experience.He doesn't have a waiting list for nothin ladies and gents.He really is the go to guy for wls.5/17/05 Dr.A just did my Tummy Tuck on may 11th and he is still the man... I look great already I can't wait for the swelling to go complelely down to see the new me... He is an exellent surgeon.
Posted on 05/17/2005 |
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Karen G.
Hillsboro, OH
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I had originally selected the Barix Clinics in Groveport, OH and had my first consult with Dr. Viglianco in September 2004. He was very warm and made both my husband and I feel very comfortable. My husband and I had a lot of questions for Dr. Viglianco, and he answered each and every one by taking his time and making sure that we were satisfied. Both my husband and I walked away feeling much better about the decision to have RNY surgery. He was able to explain morbid obesity in a way to me, that I no longer felt quilty or ashamed for being the way that I am. It was very refreshing!
Recently through the insurance process, I discovered that neither the Barix Clinics nor Dr. Viglianco were in-network or even a 1st-tier provider with MMOH!!! (Why didn't they say something!?!)... [Click here for more] Sooo... I decided to switch to Dr. J. Wesley Alexander at UC in Cincinnati, OH. He was HIGHLY recommended to me by my PCP and others that I talked to that had the RNY surgery by Dr. Alexander (and, ABSOLUTELY thought the WORLD of him!!!).
At any rate, I met with Dr. Alexander for the first time on April 4, 2005 during our initial consult. I felt very comfortable with him and he was very patient with both my husband and me... he would have spent as much time as we needed, if we were to have needed more time!!! I hear that once you get to know him, he has quite a sense of humor and can be quite the "character"... which all leads to super bed-side-manner.
I have heard that he is so dedicated to his patients that he will cut short a vacation & travel great distances just to make himself available in case of an emergency... he likes being there for his patients and is very caring and attentive.
I look forward to getting a surgery date, as I am now approved through Medical Mutual of Ohio (MMOH) Insurance for the RNY Gastric Bypass procedure due to "Medical Necessity". I look forward to being under Dr. Alexander's care and getting my life back thanks to him & this life-saving and life-altering procedure!!!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! I am so thrilled.
Posted on 04/13/2005 |
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Sonja W.
Ashland, KY
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I first met Dr. Alexander in his office on July 16, 2004. He seemed friendly and attentive. He sensed that I was nervous and repeatedly asked me if I had any questions. I informed him that I am a friend of a current post/op patient of his. We spoke about the research I had done on the surgery, reasons why I wanted the surgery, and my family medical history. He said I would be a good candidate for the surgery, given my weight, my BMI, my current medical condition, my family history, and my desire to make a positive change in my life.
Dr. Alexander requires patients to attend both nutritional seminars and support group sessions prior to the surgery and recommends support group sessions or therapy to aid in the lifestyle adjustments as long as his patient needs the support.... [Click here for more] The support group sessions are free; however the nutritional seminars do require a fee.
I was advised of the risks of the surgery, given plenty of information about the pre/op surgery approval process, and advised as to what to expect post/op, both in the hospital and at home.
My experience thus far with Dr. Alexander has been good. I had no delays in getting an appointment, was not kept waiting too long before seeing the doctor during the appointment, and the staff seemed friendly and helpful during the initial visit.
UPDATE: I just recieved a letter dated 01-28-05 today, 02-17-05, denying my surgery due to no evidence of an Hemoglobin A1C over 8.0 for the duration of a year or more. I am appealing the decision. I will be in contact with all of my physcians TODAY to start that process. Due to the misdirected letter, I now have less time than ever to get my information into my insurer, CHA Health.
03-24-05---Just completed teleconference with CHA representatives. I had no idea what to tell them, other than family history, co-morbidities, inability to loose weight, efforts I was making to change my life with diet, medical care, and therapy.
Posted on 03/24/2005 |
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Amanda K.
Cincinnati, OH
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First impression: Kind, not judgemental at all. Very thorough & knowledgeable. The dieticians associated with him are pretty good & he is very involved with the post surgery diet/nutritional program and the aftercare.
He has both excellent surgical competence & good bedside manner. He also has an excellent support group.
Office staff: Very pleasant. There was a tiny issue regarding my insurance approval. The office didn't recieve the original letter. This was easily resolved by faxing my copy of the the approval letter.
On a scale of 10 I would rate Dr Alexander as a 15!
The only other difficulty I had was with finding a Psychiatrist who would accept my insurance. That aspect was very frustrating. In the end I paid out of pocket to have the Mental Health Evaluation required... [Click here for more] by my insurance.
Posted on 01/31/2005 |
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