"What was your first impression of him/her?rnI saw him at the seminar and he was very informative. He is also a trauma surgeon for the hospital and that is a real plus on the comfort level.rnrnrnHow did your impression change over time?rnMy impression never changed. I could tell he was a very thorough surgeon who is very good at what he does. rnrn rnHow would you describe his/her office staff?rnThe office staff is questionable. The reception staff is not warm, almost snotty at times and makes you kinda feel like your an inconvenience and not special enough to talk to the person you would like to talk to.rnrn rnWhat should future patients know about him/her?rnHe is VERY strict. He wants the best for his patients, and he seems to have a lot more rules then other surgeons. He will follow thru with dozens of pre-op tests if he feels there is an underlying issue. He wants to \"dot his I's and cross his T's\"rnrnrnHow much does he/she emphasize aftercare?rnBigtime. I had to pay upfront for visits with the personal trainer and for group visits- I am sure to make sure you don't waste your money and attend the much needed classes.rnrnrnDoes he/she have a structured aftercare program?rnVery much so.rnrnrnHow did he/she address the risks of surgery?rnIn very great detail.rnrnrnHow would you rate him/her overall?rnI would give him an A++. I feel 100% comfortable with his decisions and knowledge.rnrnrnWhich is better, surgical competence, bedside manner, or are both great?rnBoth are great of course, but surgical competence is by far the most important. I feel safe with my life in his hands. Bedside manner is really for the nurses and the nurses were by far the most fantastic nurses I have ever had.rnrnrn"
