St. John Providence Weight Loss Bariatric Center

Dr.Marshall is the best.He gave me his cell phone number after surgery in case I had a question or problem.I got a wound infection and he called me every day to make sure I was doing better and not so worried.Even after surgery(I'm 22 months out) He is still there for questions or concerns.He is one in a million!!!!!

Doctor Kole was very straightfoward. He stated what was needed to be done by both him, the office and myself. He seemed to really care about me and my care.

As for his office, well there was a schedualing error but beyond that everyone seemed to really know what was going on and how to do things.

Beyond that everything was great. Dr Kole and the entire CORI staff is great... just watch the schedualing. They really take care of you before, during and after the procedure. They told you all the risks, the dietician is knowledgeable and available. I would recomend CORI to anyone, they are a great bunch of people


After the stoma mishap the first time, I must say that the nurses are a little shaky. However, the doctors of the CORI center are spot on. I have placed and would do so again my life in both Dr. Kole and Dr. Hendricks hands and both doctors are beyond top notch. I thank them for all their hard work and putting up with me.

Dr. Pesta was ALOT younger than I had thought, looked alot different than his profile picture.

He was very informative and very caring. I felt a feeling of warmth and security in having him as my surgeon.

His staff was attentive and caring.
He stressed aftercare and also that this is just a tool.

He addressed the many risks of surgery and when we met one on one looked me straight in the eye and said " I will take good care of you!" I was sold.

I believe surgical competence is much more important than bedside manner, however, in choosing Dr. Pesta I have both.

I found Dr. Kole to be young and very smart.
Most of CORI office staff was very friendly.
I was not told how much time was needed for the bariatric consultation...I was expecting an hour and it was closer to six hours. There needs to be a system of checks so that they know exactly where people are....although it may have been a one time screwup.
CORI does emphasize aftercare and Dr. Kole does go over the surgery very carefully.

Dr. Pesta and his staff are the best. I would recommend him to anyone. Everything has been real smooth so far.

My first impression of him was very good. He was very polite and concerned. He explained in detail about the surgery and was never rushed. I became more impressed with him over time. He really knows his field and is caring. He gives you his office number, fax number, as well as his pager number and calls back very quickly no matter the time of day. He never gets upset if you call and need something and is always understanding. The only time he is delayed in calling back is when he is in surgery and even then he calls as soon as he is out.
The office staff could not be nicer, they knew more about me than just as a patient and are always friendly and willing to answer any questions.
The only negative thing is because he is so thorough with all his patients and takes time with everyone, the wait in the waiting room can be long at times. However, I was never bothered by this because all the patients sit and talk and have a mini support group meeting while we wait. He is very concerned with after care, he always asks about how eating is going, and always emphasizes vitamins and minerals, and exercise. He is also so helpful in teaching anything that you need to learn. He prescribes a blood thinner immediate post op for about a week and then puts everyone on vitamin B12 shots and is more than happy to teach how to give them. He was extremely thorough in explaining all the risks, not only what they are, why they happen, what he does to prevent complications, what happens if it something would happen, and how he will treat them. On a scale of 1-10, I would give Dr. Marshall a 20. I cannot stress how much I liked and recommend him. Also, I would like to say that I was able to shadow Dr. Marshall before my surgery (because I am also interested in Osteopathic medicine, and he let me shadow him and then wrote me a recommendation letter which helped me get accepted into Osteopathic medical school). So I can tell you first hand that he is very competent in the operating room, I know not only from my surgery, but also observing him operate. So I can tell you with confidence that Dr. Marshall has great surgical competence and wonderful bedside manner. He is the best doctor I have ever had. I would recommend Dr. Marshall to anyone who is considering having gastric bypass surgery.

Dr. Marshall is a cool individual. He is very open and honest about the situation you ar e getting involved in.
Dr. Marshall's office staff is very, pleasent,patient, resourceful and helpful.

I went to several support group meetings. At the meetings Dr. Marshall is present to answer any and all questions or preop or postop patients. He is very knowledgable and appears to be very caring.

I first was very impressed with Shellie at Liv-Lite and that was one of the reason I choose Dr. Marshall.

Both Kim's at Dr. Marshall's office have been helpful.

Met him at a seminar. Very informative.

Has a funny side and a warm side as well.

A +

Nothing

He is willing to listen.

On a scale of 1 - 10, he emphasizes it a 20.

Yes, but the book isn't up to date.

Explained each risk individually.

Excellent

Both Great

I am only answering these questions based on the information I was given, and the contact I had with everyone.

There are volumes missing. The whole presentation does not lie to anyone. However, it does not give the emotional and psychological details of what this surgery does to a person.

I was not alone, I had God and my husband to be by my side to help me and support me. People who do not know God or do not have a spouse, relative or friend to help them could very well end up mentally unstable. It is very tormenting when your body moves ahead of your brain and the brain is fighting to catch up. This is no small matter and should be addressed.

Dr. Pesta is a WONDERFUL surgeon!!! He is very friendly and caring! Couldn't Be Better!

My first impression of him was like all the other's, "OMG He is so young!!!" He is VERY confident and I am happy that I stayed with my decision to go with him!

His staff are wonderful and very accommodating. EXCELLENT Bedside Manner!

I had several questions the first few months after surgery. Every time I called his office he was quick to return the calls! Even when he wasn't in the office and after hours, he promptly returned my calls. VERY HELPFUL!

I am very pleased with his abilities and talents. I would recommend him to anyone in the Detroit area!!! I LOVE this Man!

HE HAS GIVEN ME THE CHANCE TO LIVE AGAIN!!!

~Thank You Dr. Pesta! God Bless You!!!! ~