"I recently had my first consult with Dr. Novak after meeting 2 other physicians and attending a seminar. I just hadn't found the right doctor. UNTIL NOW! I am very pleased with Dr. Novak's personality. He is very down to earth and practical. Although I have only met the office staff briefly they too seem like very nice people. I have an EGD scheduled for 2/11/05. My next appt is scheduled and I am attending the next support group that same day. I do hope that Dr. Novak and I will discuss more details about the surgery etc. as it becomes closer. He had multiple interruptions on the day of my initial appt. I do get very nervous by the chatter of others and thier negativity associated with the surgery/risks. Hope all goes well!"