jennyspixie
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Never had much contact with the surgeon. Posted on 06/03/2009 |
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RioGirl128
Grandville, MI
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Dr Schram, along with his office staff, are professional, friendly and direct. I highly recommend him. His surgical competencies and skills are excellent. Dr Schram's bedside manner is the best I have ever seen in my nursing career. You won't be disappointed (unless you choose to be); instead, you will be in great hands as he prays with you before surgery. Posted on 05/21/2009 |
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stovemcqueen
Egbert, Canada
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My first impression of Dr Schram, was positive, he put me at ease as soon as I shook his hand.
The staff from the Barix Clinic were very helpful and explained to me what was going to happen, I was very impressed.
When Dr Schram, did explained the full procedure in our group, he held nothing back. He let you know what you need to do and explained it in terms that everyone understood. Not medical simple english terms. All in all his explanation in the group forum and his one on one with me, allowed me to make my decision there and then that this is exactly what I need to do and he is the surgeon that I would want to perform this procedure on me.
Overall Dr Schram 's rating was 100%, I would recommend him to others and I still have not been approved for my surgery so I cannot... [Click here for more] at this time comment on his bedside manner, but will once approval and surgery date has been finalized.
Posted on 05/09/2009 |
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Organic Girl
MI
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The first time I saw Dr. Kam he was rushed, he had an emergency waiting for him. What I seen was good and I thought he was thorough. So as far as judging him I can't and won't. I haven't met him and won't again until my surgery date. I have heard some great things about this Dr. I think his office staff is wonderful.. all of them and thank them for all their help so far.
I saw Dr. Kam today for my after surgery check up. He is a wonderful surgeon and a very nice Dr. I really am glad I was able to have him as my dr.
Thank you Dr. Kam!
One more thing, I'd like to wish Dr. Kam much success in his future. I will miss him as my Dr.
Since Dr. Kam left I am now using Dr. Schram at Barix.
He is great!.. he knows what I need and when.. if I ask for a tweak that's what... [Click here for more] I get.. and as far as hitting the *right spot*.. he doesn't have to poke around to find my port.. I am very happy with Dr. Schram..
Posted on 04/09/2009 |
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LittleWingsAviary
Onondaga, MI
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I actually change surgeons to Dr. Schram after meeting him and just deciding he had the best bedside manner.
Didn't change I still think he's great and he has a warm smile that lets you know he's taking care of you.
Bariatric Treatment Centers was great, everyone friendly.
There was nothing I didn't like.
If you choose him as your surgeon you won't be disappointed.
After care was great, very concise.
He does.
Explained the risk but for me there was no worry.
on a scale of 1 to 10, I'd say he's got to be an 11...lol
All of these, but trust is your biggest factor in depending on your surgeon and I couldn't have trusted him more. Posted on 02/04/2009 |
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Lianne C.
Garden City, MI
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I just want to say, I have not had my surgery yet, but I have met with Dr. Schram 2 times already, and I have to say he is a very good doctor! He asked me what surgery I was interested in, and also went above and beyond to make sure he helped me to understand the differences, and the pros and cons to both. I will update more after my surgery on Feb. 9, 2009! Posted on 01/20/2009 |
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Tanya B.
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My very first impression of Dr. Schram he greeted everyone with a nice welcoming smile. He took the time to get to know me and also my family. I enjoyed my first appt. with Dr Schram; He was able to give me a better understanding of the process from start to finish. He also suggested other options that are available for me to consider. he was able to answer all my questions and concerns. His staff was extremely helpful! They made me feel very welcome and comfortable to ask any questions. I had additional questions that I had forgotten to ask Dr. Schram during my appt I was able to ask his staff and they had all of the answers. Talk about reassuring… It’s so nice to know you will have people in the office that can help you out with almost everything you might need. Posted on 12/28/2008 |
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hvncent1973
Toledo, OH
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My first impression of Dr. Schram was that he was all about business. However that changed very quickly as I joked with him about his "holding his hands steady so I could see if they'd shake". However, he was straight to the point when it came to teaching the class the facts of both procedures. I could not for the life of me get him to TELL me which surgery was best for me; he insisted that we research that on our own (which I liked). I also liked that he referred to the procedures as a "tool" we'd use in our quest for weight loss and that this was not a cure all! I questioned a co-worker that had Dr. Schram as his surgeon and it pleased me GREATLY and put me at ease to hear that he prayed before surgery with his patients. I rank bedside manner very highly and I think I've made the... [Click here for more] right choice for me in choosing him. Of course I want the surgeon to be surgically competent but right after that follows bedside manners.
Posted on 12/01/2008 |
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dmchege
Ann Arbor, MI
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My first impression was that he new his business! He was detailed in the group meeting, I did feel like part of a mass sell though. Not very personal.
The front desk staff was nice. After waiting for a short time. (they have a system for this orientation process they keep you moving through).
I was able to meet with Dr. Schram one on one he was knowledgable once again but more on a personal basis, I felt a bit rushed but he did answer all of my questions.
I am in the medical business so surgical competence is the most important factor for me not idle chit chat.
I was not impressed with the facility it was a little worn out but I am shopping for the best surgeon and I feel that Dr. Schram will deliver. Posted on 11/22/2008 |
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Darlene E.
Harrow, ON, Canada
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I really liked him. Down to earth, great sense of humor and seemed very comfortable and knowledgeable. Explained everything very well.
His staff were very friendly and respectful. Also very knowledgeable.
Other patients should know he takes his time to explain and answer all questions. Knows you'll have more and makes himself available to answer those as well.
He addressed the risks by admitting there could be some, giving national stats, then his own personal stats. He seems confident.
I'd rate him a 10/10
Both surgical competence and bedside manner both seem great.
I have nothing bad to say about the clinic, the staff or the surgeon. Perhaps in time I'll find something to find fault with, but so far so good.
Now I'm post op and I still have nothing bad to say. Dr Shram... [Click here for more] was great. He prayed with me before surgery and I told him I needed him to help me keep a promise to my baby girl and he understood how I felt and he did indeed help me keep my promise. The staff were amazing. Answered every question I had, came right away when I called for them and took all my concerns seriously. They were very pleasant and caring.
I honestly have nothing negative to say at all.
Oh, I must tell you about Aster. He's the funniest guy. He was my pre-op nurse. He made me feel so comfortable that I was truely not nervous at all. Thanks Aster.
Posted on 11/14/2008 |
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