"The night I attended the informational WLS seminar I knew right away that I wanted Dr. Hendrick to do my surgery. I had absolutely no doubts. My first impression was that he was not only a very competent surgeon but that he really cares about the success of his patients. He had a sense of humor as he explained the details of bariatric surgery and had people laughing but he was also very, very serious when he needed to be especially when it came to laying out the expectations he has for his patients. In order to be his patient you must be comitted to play by \"his rules\"---if not then----\"you need to go find yourself another surgeon\". I loved that he was so up front with everything. Some people may be put off by his bluntness but I appreciate the fact that he is so very serious and 100% committed to every patient's success. Dr. Hendrick is a no nonsense kind of guy and he made it crystal clear that he pulls no punches, means what he says and even went as far as to warn us that he would be in our face if we fail to do what is expected of each of us after suregry. The Bariatric Suregry Center staff has been amazing. They have been so helpful with everything and never seemed a bit aggravated by repeated e-mails and calls. They are a skilled team and operate a very structured program---I am the kind of person who is very thorough--probably overboard thorough and I felt that the education I received on the medical procedures, risks, benefits, pre-op and post-op details were comprehensive and clear. My nutritionist, Rachel, was amazing and took a lot of time with me and gave me tons of advice and encouragement. I could not have done all of the preparation without the entire staff, Robbie and Keisha were happy to help everytime I called. And I have got to tell ya that when it came to the insurance approval process they totally rocked!!!! I feel like the whole office staff are like family and my personal cheerleading squad. I am sure the after care will be amazing as well and I will update that as it happens. rnI was just approved for my surgery yesterday (11/12/07) and am scheduled for my open RNY surgery on 12/12/07."
