"I think the most positive thing I could say about Dr. Garrison is that he listens. I had the band before and it was unsuccessful. I knew it but convincing a doctor of that is something completely different especially when their egos get in the way. Finally, I meet Dr. Garrison who listened to the concerns about my band and trusted that I knew what I was talking about. He did an xray swollow test on me and confirmed I was right - I had no restriction with my band. He recommended we remove it and go with the bypass. I couldn't agree more. It had been a long battle and I was so happy that I finally had someone who actually listened to me. He has an excellent bedside manner and his staff and his chosen hospital (St. Clare's Hospital in Dover) was wonderful. My band removal surgery went well and now Dr. Garrison informed me he was able to get my insurance provider (Aetna) to agree to approve the bypass surgery without having to jump through all the hoop to get pre-qualified again! I cannot be more pleased. So, now I have a surgery date (May 27, 2009) and I am looking forward to Take II. I feel confident that Dr. Garrison will do great and I know he is there to support me every step of the way. "
