"I would recommend the care there to anyone. I worked at a suburban hospital for 13 years so I am experienced in some of the internal workings. Aside from having visits from a medical student and a few residents, my only complaint is having to answer the same question more than once (Loyola is a teaching hospital). There is no harm in that."
"Dr.Brems was very straight forward and honest but he was very gracious. He only does the Open RnY and stresses aftercare. His staff recommends a support group too. I appreciate the fact that he is a skilled surgeon and the work he does with liver patients at Loyola is noble. The only thing different regarding his office from others, is to keep in mind that Loyola is a teaching hospital and you will be talking to medical students. Get used to lots of attention and lots of questions. His staff was very kind and his dietician was very helpful and not judgemental. She understands the struggle. The office is not like some of those advertised specific WLS programs. After going to several seminars at a few of those centers (which are a wonderful convenience ans concept), I am feeling that I will be getting the same care as a program but with by more traditional means. I must work within my insurance and am thankful that I am within the Loyola group. "
"I have never had a doctor who took time with me in the office the way he did. He is not part of some WLS program and he is as great with my teen son as he was with me. Although we are way out in the suburbs, he is part of the Loyola Health System and that is an advantage with any medical situation. "
