"1st impression: I was at the Intro Seminar (required attendance). He spent 3 hrs. explanation and stayed behind after seminar to answer every question asked on a one-on-one basis. His \"personal\" caring attitude was very evident. rnrnOffice Staff: Met them at seminar and they were extremely upbeat, professional and supportive.rnrnLike Least: Nothing wrongrnrnFuture Patients: He's performed over 1,500rnLaproscopic Bypasses and he is very serious about each patient's success. His surgery charge is about $5,200. You better be committed to following his instructions.rnrnAftercare Program: This is critical to the success of your health and great emphasis isrnput on diet, exercise and support from doctor and support group.rnrnRisks of surgery: These risks were addressed from the onset at the 3 hr. intro seminar, as well as my surgical intake visit at his office to determine if I was surgical risk.rnrnOVERALL RATING: ***** EXCELLENTrnrnSURGICAL COMPETENCE AND BEDSIDE MANNER ARE BOTH GREAT. rnNote: I have a history of over 7 abdominal surgeries and he said that my laporoscopic surgery may take a little longer than the normal 45 mins. because of the adhesions. However, when asked if I would have to have an OPEN (similar to a C-Section) performed, he told me that in 5 years he has only had to perform one (1) because of adhesions. He didn't rule this out, but, he seemed fairly certain that he wouldn't have to open me up. rnrnNOTE: THESE ARE JUST MY PERSONAL IMPRESSIONS OF MY OWN PERSONAL EXPERIENCE BEFORE SURGERY AND I AM NOT MAKING ANY STATEMENTS ABOUT WHAT OTHER PEOPLE MAY EXPERIENCE. I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY NEGATIVE EXPERIENCES BY OTHER PATIENTS BECAUSE OF MY COMMENTS. rn"
