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Dr. Strickland is everything I have heard or read about. He made me feel very comfortable, took his time with me, and answered all my questions. He has a very nice personality. His office staff is nice and friendly and his nurse, Mindy is great. She has been very helpful and is very prompt with returning my phone calls or getting information for me. I've never seen such an office staff such as Riverside Surgical. Dr. Strickland gave me the good/bad of the surgery, discussed aftercare and addressed the risks of the surgery. Dr. Strickland has excellent bedside manners and really cares about his patients.
My first impression of Dr. Strickland was from a support group meeting that i attended. I found him to be very confident, he answered all my question, and very easy to talk to. His staff is great they would usually be able to get back in touch with me within a day or two the most. If i had any questions I liked to speak to Mindy or Lisa. The only thing i didnt like was i was informed that i didnt need my insurance card for the consultation since i would just be speaking to the doctor but when i got there I found out that i needed my insurance card or at least my information so I had to reschdule my appointment. Future patients should be prepared do as much reading and research as you can on the surgery. Make sure that you are prepared and and have your info typed and ready to go it will speed of the process. He emphasizes on after care tremendously... He wants all his patients to follow the guidelines, take your vitamins and get your protein and water in and make sure you go to all your post-op visits. He also has support group and seminars for his patients. We did talk abou the complications in detail about the risk involved in the surgery. He even wants schd me to have the filter put in and I think its great. Any thing to make the surgery safer. I would rate dr. Strickland an 10. His surgical competence and beside manner is great. Dr. strickland and his group will make a commitment to you from day one. And he also does plastic surgery so of course that is a plus.
Well I went to a seminar.This would make my 3rd doctor and seminar .I have been researching this now for 2 years I know that I am well inform and I finally think I have found the right doctor even though it's almost 100 miles from where I live . I'm still excited.I schelduled my consult for Jan/2004 only cause right now the surgery is a written exclusion from my policy but they are changing that policy 1/2004 so next year is my year.
First meeting scheduled for Feb. 12, 2004
I first met Dr. Strickland on July 14, 2003 when I went to the seminar. I asked several questions and was very pleased with his answers. I had my consultation on August 7, 2003. Dr. Strickland was great. He took time to answer all my questions and put a lot of my fears at rest. I was very pleased with the time he spent explaining the procedure and the risks. I felt he was very upfront and honest. That meant a lot to me. The aftercare program was one of the determining factors in me choosing Dr. Strickland for my WLS. So far I have been pleased with everyone that I have came in contact with in his office.
He was very up front and caring
his staff was wonderful his nurse Amanda is very pleasant and when you need her she is right there for you.I feel that if you are thinking about this surgery do it.Dr. Strickland gives you the whole picture the before and after care.His office has a monthly support group meeting once a month for pre-ops and post-ops.He goes into full detail abOut the benefits and the risks .I think he is the most wonderful surgeon in South Carolina. His bedside side manner his surgical competence is wonderful. I would do it again tomorrow. I feel he has given me a new life.
Dr Glen Strickland was my surgeon and I cannot recommend him highly enough. He was absolutely wonderful, very compassionate, and had a terrific bedside manner. His nurse, Amanda, is great as well and is prompt in returning your phone calls, regardless of the matter.
Dr. Givens is a great doctor. He answers questions promptly and shows true concern. I would recommend him to anyone.
I really enjoyed meeting with Dr. Strickland. I noticed that he was extremely patient with me while I was going through my questions. So far, I would recommend him to anyone. Aftercare was a HUGE emphasis from him. He constantly stressed protein shakes and eating 3 meals a day, with 2 shakes. His office staff is very helpful as well. If I ever have to leave a message, within minutes I usually get a call back. It helps knowing that he and his office staff care and are willing to help.