"Even though I know he was very busy, he appeared relaxed and encouraged questions. He took the time to explain the different procedures and together we decided the best one for me.
The terribly long journey within the hospital and medical center just about killed me. They should have golf carts to take patients around the building. It was AWFUL!
My first contact with his office was not a good one. I felt the woman was cold and uncaring, she pretty much told me I would not be approved by my insurance company and shouldn't bother with scheduling an appointment unless I wanted to pay out of pocket...which will be very expensive. Otherwise the office staff is very nice and available, which in this day and age is very refreshing. My calls and concerns are handled kindly and professionally.
I would encourage anyone considering WLS to consider Dr. Shirmer and his team. I really think they are top notch.
Post-op there is a strict program of diet and diet progression, exercise, and regular follow up visits. This is reassuring so I will never feel all alone and unsure what to do, or what is to be expected along the path of post op weight loss.
12/17/05
Dr. Shirmer did a great job on me. I have mild discomfort and the "stab wounds" are healing without any sign of infection. He told me how things went when I was awake and alert vs right after surgery when I wouldn't have a clue what he was telling me. I highly recommend Dr. Shirmer to anyone deciding to have WLS."
