"I'd researched Dr. Pleatman through OH and chose him to perform my surgery. I was a self-pay, out of state patient, and all signs pointed to him being a more than competent surgeon. I had no problems with the surgery potentially being performed at a less known hospital. For me, that had little to do with quality care. Dr. Pleatman was available for any questions or concerns that I had, and when my primary physician was a little...reluctant, he called and spoke with him in order to help facilitate my clearance. I was impressed with his professionalism and calm composure, and pleasantly surprised by his willingness to do any extra thing to help me in my process. My experience was similar to other patients - He was frank, but never rude. He kept conversation succinct and his main concern was that he wanted to make sure that I was fully aware of what I was doing, what it would take, why I was doing it, and how this surgery helps me, as well as the risks and complications that could be involved. He cracked a small smile too. Just one. The Jennys and his other office staff were patient, and meticulous. I was able to participate in the support group and see some of his other patients and hear their stories. The staff provided us with all of the information necessary to go through our surgery and for the weeks and months beyond. My overall experience with Dr. Pleatman has been better than expected. I believe in his surgical competence, and his bedside manner was as expected. There were no unpleasant surprises as to what to expect. He is efficient and knowledgeable.
My Doctors Hospital of MI experience was also good. I was one of 4 patients undergoing surgery with Dr. Pleatman that day. The transition was smooth, the staff, nurses, and anesthesiologist were all encouraging and reassuring. I was a little anxious, but saw him before the surgery. He even came out after and spoke with my family...with a little show and tell. I woke up to abdominal pain later that day, but the hospital staff responded promptly to my needs and encouraged me to do the necessary things for recovery. Dr. Pleatman came and checked on me and cleared me the following day. It was a relatively smooth procedure, as Id come to expect from the research Id done, free from confusion or unnecessary complications.
He was the same in follow up, scrutinizing my recovery and eating and exercise, and the staff also. I wish I was in town to continue to participate with his office, but he also provided online materials to assist me with tracking my progress.
The whole experience was better than expected and I would certainly recommend Dr. Pleatman to anyone who was considering weight loss surgery, but not if you are looking for someone to hold your hand throughout the process."
