Philippe Quilici Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS, Medical Director

My first impression of Dr. Quilici was that he was very professional and that he knew what he was doing. I researched information on him before I made an appointment so I knew he was one of the best in the area. At the time of the surgery I felt a little like I was in line because he does so many gastric surgeries, but now that I'm nearing 5 years I have developed a personal relationship with him and think he is a very sweet man. I have also developed a relationship with the office staff which really helps since there is a wait most times. The waiting is what I like least, but I feel I would rather wait for the best than get in right away for a terrible surgeon. For aftercare he maintains blood work to make sure my vitamin levels are good. He is also taking care of some issues I'm having with some stomach pain. Dr. Quillici is definately rated tops in my book! His surgical competence and bedside manner are superb! He will be performing another surgery on me called lap assisted ERCP in the next month.

I have only had my first visit with Dr. Quilici but found him to be approachable and kind. His office staff were all amazing. I am looking forward to the rest of my journey. Surgery is scheduled for 09/23/10.

My first impression was that he was a very busy man and this is very much a business for him. He is an excellent doctor with excellent references. All the staff seemed fine, nothing super special. I am not fond of Julie the Nutritionist. She seems new and very focused on the 'script' vs listening to the patient.

I neglected to ask about bougie size which is all the talk on OH web site and after surgery I asked for copy of my OR report and found I was given a size 60. This is TWICE what everyone else seems to have so my next meeting with Doc Q is to find out why. It is done so nothing can be done now, but I'm very surprised. At least one other patient has gotten information contrary to what was provided to me. Curious but would not have made me change my mind about the surgery type or doctor.

To me, his surgical experience and competence is much more important than he bedside manner (of which he has little to none). I had a perfect surgery, perfect recovery, no pain, no problems and I've very happy with the outcome so far.

I only met him once and he seemed nice enough, i want the sleeve done and he just kinda smiled at me and said oh you'll change your mind eventually??? i think because he knew they would deny me, he is a big fan of the bypass, he doesn't know me though, he probably didn't think i would fight so hard, but its my body and i don't want the intestinal bypass and the band has so many problems, his office staff is very nice, i really liked the nutritionist, and Liz who sends the requests has been very sweet..... so we'll have to see if i win my appeal. if i have to i guess i would do the bypass but i really don't want to and if some companies, like Kaiser, which is the biggest HMO in california are approving it then i think i should be able to get it. We will have to wait and see the jury is still out..

He is a great Surgeon. He is a very busy Doctor. My first visit with him was back in April 2009. He answered all of my questions & made me feel at ease.His office staff is very nice & helpful. If it wasn't for one of the other Dr's on his staff doing the dictation for me, then I wouldn't even had been able to have the surgery. His aftercare program is great. He has a nutritionalist who will work with you & answer any questions that you have. He will talk to you and give you information about the risks of surgery. I would definately rate him a 10+++++. He has great bedside manner, & wonderful surgical competence.

When I first walked in to Dr. Quilici's office, I knew I was in good hands. I am totally blind, walked in alone, and found everyone to be quite helpful. Dr. Quilici was very warm and never made me feel like I didn't know what I was talking about. He was very patient, asking if I had any questions. His team which includes a patient liaison, psychologist, dieticians, are all ver warm. I found him to be very modest when, in a recent support meeting, I expressed my gratitude for his skill as a surgeon. Dr. Q is quick to say that he has simply given us a tool and the rest is up to us. If there were any negative things in this journey, I would say that, I would have liked to see more of him. (I know others in my support meetings have, but for some reason, I did not.) The wait time when I go for fills is annoying, too. I would do this all over again, and would have no one else but Dr. Quilici as my surgeon. I loved everything he required, from the pre op liquid diet to the after care which includes support meetings and suggestions for exercise, to the obvious care I feel when I go for my fills; which, incidentally, are done by his partners--at least, in my case.

My first impression of him was that he very professional and busy. No my impression of him did not change. His office staff is great and very knowledgeable. Very competent office staff and very approachable. They offer answers when you have questions. I have nothing negative to say about him. Future patients should know that he does not spend much time with a patient unless you require such time. He emphasizes aftercare frequently. Requires monthly checkups after surgery and testing. Yes he does have a structured aftercare program. He gives us the tools it is our choice to work through it. We were educated thoroughly regarding risk and complications. I recommend him and his associates at his practice. I believe that surgical competence is better. I trusted him with my life.

Dr. Quilici has a great reputation. I felt very comfortable in his care. However, I was surprised to be placed on a saline/glucose IV went checking in for surgery which lead to ketoacidosis 48 hours after surgery. Dr. Quilici seemed stumped by the reaction my body had to the physical trauma of surgery and the saline/glucose drip. He's still unsure of why I am using so much insulin two weeks post op. He has a very structured program and is very concerned about aftercare.

Seemed younger looking at first.
Did research and found he had been doing this for a long time.
Very friendly.
I liked everything about him.
He's very capable and has lots of connections.
He emphasizes aftercare very empatically.
Yes.
Yes.
I'd give him a solid 10
Both help a lot.

What was your first impression of him? rnDr.Quilici is very straight foward and he knows waht he is talking about.rnrnHow did your impression change over time? rnTo the better now i know i choose the best this guy have a magic hands God bless himrnrnHow would you describe his office staff? rni did have a bad experience with one of the girls in his office it was over the phone she was very rude. but beside that everybody else have been very good.rnrnWhat should future patients know about him? rnthere is out pocket expenses. be ready with your questions?rnrnHow much does he emphasize aftercare?rnhis stuff will be on charge of that any problem they will see you asap.rnrnHow did he address the risks of surgery? rnthere is a very informative document that they provide to you.rnrnDoes he have a structured aftercare program? rnyes he have and is excellentrnrnHow would you rate him overall?rnthe best of the best.rnrnWhich is better, surgical competence, bedside manner, or are both great?rnfor my experience both.