Freedom from Obesity - Surgical Specialists of Shreveport Bariatric Center
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I have had previous experience with Dr. Merriman in 1996 he removed a paploma from my breast. I decided to visit him again because he was so caring with me during my breast surgery, even though it wasn't a major deal. His personnel are great, one of his nurses has even had the surgery herself, and she is really a wonderful asset to his program. And speaking of programs, Dr. Merriman is starting a new completely comprehensive program to help his patients before and after surgery that includes a dietician, physical therapist, counselor, etc. They will help me start an excersize program when I am healed and ready.I think it is going to be great. And best of all, he has begun performing the surgery with the laperascope! (I hope I spelled that right) He is the only doctor in our area that is utilizing the lap as of yet. I meet with him on May 3rd for more info...
I really like Dr. Merriman. He made me feel more comfortable about the surgery. He was helpful and honest. His staff has been really nice so far. The first time I went in everyone was so nice, even the other patients in the office. It was not one where you sit in silence and stare at each other. He explained that surgery was the first step. By far the largest but only the first. He really stressed health afterwards. That impressed me because I see so many who have had the surgery not taking care of themselves. He suggested seeing a nutritionist and told me about the new bariatric center. He made me really confident in the surgery. I have not yet had a bad experience with him nor his office. However, I have only been there once and only contacted them a few times. But so far it is going great.
Initial consult, very informative, answered all questions. His office staff was a must they worked so hard to get my precert for surgery. I could not have had my surgery if not for them. I had an overall great experience with my surgeon & his office staff. I would recommend them. My surgeon has a different beside manner, but I wanted someone with skill, I didn't care if we made friends or not. He explained the risk & benefits of the surgery very well.
My first impression of Dr. Merriman is great. He throughly explained the procedure to me and what I could expect after the surgery. He also told me that I might be the "one", the one that does not do well with the surgery or the one that could possibly die. I know this sounds morbid, but I appreciated his honesty with me in that fact. To me, he is very confident in his abilities to perform the procedure. He said that this is a routine procedure for him to perform. His office staff is WONDERFUL and so very helpful. You can call them 10 times a day to ask questions, and they are always courteous and professional. You would never be able to tell if you have aggraveted them by calling so much. They will help you in any way they can. I am nervous about having the surgery, but excited about it to. I think Dr. Merriman is a good choice for a surgeon.
MY FIRST IMPRESSION OF HIM WAS A FORWARD AND DIRECT PERSON. HIS OFFICE STAFF WAS VERY NICE AND HELPFUL. DR. MERRIMAN IS A VERY EXPERIENCED MAN AND KNOWS WHAT HE IS DOING.
I HAD NO PROBLEMS WHATSOEVER. HE IS VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THE AFTERCARE TREATMENT IN LOSING WEIGHT. HE WAS VERY UPFRONT ABOUT THE RISKS AND POSSIBILITIES ABOUT THE SURGERY. OVERALL I WOULD RATE HIM ON A SCALE OF 1-10 A 10.
My first impression of Dr. Merriman was that he was a nice man who is concerned about his patients. His staff is equally nice. Linda was so sweet. She delt with my constant calling and it never seemed to bother her. She answered all of my questions without any hesitation.
I have not met Dr Merriman yet! His office's procedure is to have all testing done and get insurance approval before having the patient meet w/ the Dr. Very understandable since he is very popular and does surgery 4 days a week. His staff is very sweet, patient and willing to answer any questions.
I ATTENDED A GROUP CONSULTATION HEADED BY DR. MERRIMAN. HE WAS VERY NICE, EXTREMELY PATIENT AND VERY THOROUGH. HIS STAFF IS WONDERFUL. THEY REALLY EMPHASIZE AFTERCARE AND DO EXPECT THAT YOU FOLLOW THEIR DIRECTIONS. WHAT DO I LIKE LEAST ABOUT DR. MERRIMAN? THE THING I LIKE LEAST IS THE FACT THAT HE IS IN SHREVEPORT...AND I AM IN DALLAS...3 HRS AWAY! EVERYTHING IS SO STRUCTURED...HE REQUIRES SEVERAL TESTS AND CONSULTS PRIOR TO SURGERY...AND THE AFTERCARE PROGRAM IS VERY STRUCTURED TOO. HE ADDRESSED THE RISKS OF SURGERY AND WE RECEIVED AN INFORMATION PACKET THAT WENT OVER THE RISKS AS WELL. I AM VERY HAPPY THAT DR. MERRIMAN IS MY SURGEON. I FEEL THAT HE IS VERY COMPETENT AS A SURGEON AND THAT HE HAS GOOD BEDSIDE MANNER.