"Dr. Tom is a wonderful surgeon. He has an impressive combo of pronounced surgical competence and respectable bedside manner. He is kind and attentive. He was very open about the risks and rewards of bariatric surgery and great at answering my boatload of questions at each appointment. He is somewhat set in his ways, but at the same time, he really cares about his patients and their concerns, so if you don’t agree with him on something, don’t be afraid to stand your ground! The office staff at Ohio Health Weight Management is pretty good … very friendly, but sometimes they can be hit or miss. Just find a nurse that you like and be sure to stick with them throughout the process. They have a fully structured aftercare program including a whole staff of professionals to help you through every aspect of your journey, which is imperative in the world of bariatric surgery. Dr. Tom did my VSG, hiatal hernia repair, liver biopsy, and one year later, gallbladder removal. My impression of him only improved over time, and I have not one regret whatsoever that he came to the Ohio Health program. This was my first surgery and he made me feel very comfortable and at ease in his capable hands. I would recommend his work to family, friends, colleagues, and anyone in the Columbus area looking for the best of the best …"
