"I first met Dr. Mann at orientation for prospective wls patients. I liked him right from the start. Joan Davis is his nurse. We get along well. You can tell she has done this a long time. In my one hour initial consult Dr. Mann went over everything & more that I was required to read/learn from the booklet given to me at orientation.Portsmouth Naval Hosp.has a very comprehensive education and support program. Psych,nutrition (before and after surgery) and medical clearance are all provided. All the risks/benefits of the surgery were discussed. rnIn my opinion, anyone wanting wls should remember that it is a tool. Just having the surgery will not change your life...you must work to change your life."