"A bit arrogant and in command type person, but then, so am I.
He has something to be arrogant about. His success rate is phenomenal! And he truly cares about the whole person, not just your $$$.
EVERYONE is gracious and understanding. His Patient Care Consultant, Lisa, was once his patient, and to date, has lost 220 pounds. She is a continual source of encouragement, and is always available for questions, no matter how minute they might seem. She encouraged Dr. Tenewitz to start a support group meeting once a month, and we now have a pre-op meeting on the first Wednesday night of every month, and a post-op meeting, as well. The caring and concern that each memeber shows, and the high regard and high esteem they give to their patients can almost bring tears to my eyes. Debbie, who works in the office, purely on insurance, is the woman "with the golden tongue." She can persuade insurance companies to approve this surgery like no one else. She is definitely gifted!
Lack of bedside manner.
He is no nonsense and expects patients to obey his two rules: no food for a month, and no drinks with any calories and/or sugar for life.
Hugely!! His office staff has put together a pamphlet for the patient, and it is quite detailed.
Yes, specifically, certain appointments with him, with his Patient Care Consultant, and with his nurse, as well as the post-op meetings once a month. Life-long friends have been established at these meetings.
They make no bones about the dangers--they list them all!!
10 1/2
Surgical competence"
