"I experience at Presbyterian was fantastic. I had great care from admitting to discharge. The preop, OR holding were great with me. All the nurses and assistants on 5A were fantastic. I am not a lightweight. They had everything I would need especially for someone of my size. They had me up and walking. Pain was managed perfectly. They gave me swabs to dip in water until I could have water. They started me on glucerna the next day. No problems. Could not have asked for better care. My overall rating is excellent."
"I love Dr. Melkonian. My first impression of him was he does not mince words. When you leave you are well informed about the entire process. He tells you straight up about the risks. He was in the OR holding with me and saw me the day after. He is a great surgeon. He did my RNY and three months earlier removed my gallbladder. My recovery was great from both surgeries. I am not a lightweight. BMI was 61. Both surgeries were laparoscopic. If you are wanting a doctor that will hold your hand and comfort you and is all about bedside manner, that is not Dr. M. Personally I like a doctor who is confident,competent and skilled. Dr. Melkonian is that. I would recommend Dr. Melkonian to anyone."
