"I would recommend St Mary's with hesitation. The facilities were modern, nursing staff was considerate and efficient. I was lucky that I was able to take care of myself after the anesthesia wore off, and my daughter was with me each day. My epidural did not work and the staff was quick in replacing it with the morphine pump. If I ever need hospitialization again, I would want to use the Bon Secours Health System."
"I was initially referred to Dr Hutcher by my Orthopedic Surgeon. Before making an appointment, I attended St Mary's Bariatric Support Group, "Forever Thin". I felt like I had attended a pep ralley. LOL
Dr Hutcher's nurse, Barbara, was there to answer questions. I also learned later that Dr Hutcher almost always attends these meetings--even if he doesn't speak.
I'm not sure of what others have felt, but any physician who shows that much concern is outside my realm of experience.
My initial contact with Dr Hutcher was at an evening seminar in his offices. He requires everyone attend before making an appointment. He explained everything in great detail, in addition, he was sensitive to feelings of the MOs in the room.
My physical with Dr Hutcher was complete and informative. He explained before setting surgery date, I needed to get insurance approval. Now, I'm not the most patient person in the world and after waiting a month of approval I started bugging Tricare Prime.
I sincerely liked Dr Hutcher, but more importantly, I respect and appreciate his expertise and ongoing research into Bariatric Surgery. He wants to provide the most effective and healthy weight loss procedure possible. I've heard that some patients get a little upset that they only see Dr Hutcher once before the surgery, but that thought does not bother me. I really only am concerned with his expertise. He can pass me on to his staff in between and after surgery (as long as he's in the OR (LOL)
He explained all of the risks, but quite frankly I'm more at risk not having the surgery.
I have every confidence in Dr. Hutcher and would recommend him to others without hesitation."
