"It is a good hospital, I was seen in the ER once prior to my surgery when I was down there for surgery for IV fluid before a big gastric emptying test. They were very efficient and quick, as I had informed them that I couldn't eat after 8PM because of testing the next day. They made sure that I recieved my fluids as quickly as possible so that I was able to eat before my deadline. Most of the nursing staff was excellent and were very attentive to my needs."
"My first impression of Dr. Thompson and his team was a good one. They seemed very professional and very caring. It became quite clear that they saw that I had been suffering for many years and were genuinely interested in ending my suffering. His office staff and nurse were very compassionate and helpful with concerns and problems that I was having before my surgery.
Dr. Thompson and his team are excellent surgeons and know what they are doing. They were very clear with me on the possible risks and very understanding.
What was most impressive to me is that I was having difficulties because I had not been receiving my psychiatric medications and had quit smoking cold turkey. When I spoke to them about these issues, they immediately gave me a nicotine patch and put me back on my medications which was very helpful in my recovery.
Because my situation is different than most bypass patients, my aftercare has been different and more individualized.
I rate Dr. Thompson and his team a 10+! they literally saved my life and I am quite grateful for that.
My impression is that his surgical competence is just a bit better than his bedside manner. However, when I spoke to his resident's about difficulties that I was having on the general surgery unit, they were very sympathetic and made a point to contact the nursing manager regarding the issues that I had brought to their attention. Overall it was a good experience considering the hurdles that were being faced in my particular case.
I would highly recommend him and his team for bypass surgery."
