"I didnt meet Dr. Deveney until after the Versed kicked in on day of surgery ,so he was kind of hazy. After surgery he popped his head in for for a few minutes either alone or with his associate. I did see his associate prior to surgery, however. Dr. Deveney is very competent and very busy. It was odd to go for my 2 week post-op and not have him look at my stomach until I asked if he wanted to see it. I would think that would be standard operating procedure--but hey what do I know?? ;)
I don't need a touchy- feely doc, just a highly competent one, so if you are looking to have your hand held Dr. Deveney isnt the doctor for you. He doesnt have a structured after-care program rather assumes you have done your homework. I would rate him a 10 as a surgeon as I had no complications and was off of pain meds after 1 week (lap rny)and as far as bedside manner about a 6.
As far as office staff--nice but busy."
"Have someone with you at all times. I didnt think I would need my husband 24/7 but I did. They were awesome about accommodating him. Please be aware--OHSU is infamous for messing up the menus. They are always incusive of sugar and fat!! Even the last day after many complaints, my husband snatched away my sugar filled sherbert milkshake. Unbelievable!! I talked to everyone but no one had an answer. Loved the doctor, was treated with exceptional respect except for the nurse from down under. "
