"DR. David von Rueden has a great reputation. Other doctors and nurses at other hosptals has said only good things about him. His staff is top of the line.He comes highly reccomended in Baltimore.Anyone in need for a weightloss Dr. should go to his seminar and you'll know your decision by the end of the night.He's honest in letting you know all the risks from WLS.So far I'm pleased with my decision and I know you will be too."