Question:
Has anyone used Dr. Schmitt in Birmingham, AL? Please give your opinion if so.

   — Lindsey S. (posted on July 23, 2002)

July 23, 2002
I used Dr. Schmitt and he was GREAT! I had dona alot of my on research and I had gone to the seminar prior to my office visit. His office staff is a little rude now and then but I'm sure that they have alot of pushy people like me calling all the time. I don't think that they understand how important this surgery is to us. Dr. Schmitt was very understanding about everything and made sure that I understood everything. I'm guessing that he knew what he was doing, I've had no problems and am now 44lbs lighter at 2 months post-op. I am now just obese and not morbidly obese. I feel great most of the time, I still get moments that I am very tired and need to lie down, but I have always pushed myself. I went back to work 2 days after my surgery and have been back full time ever sense. Dr. Schmitt told me to do as much as I felt like doing and stop when I needed to. That has been great advise for me. Good luck, I hope you make the right choice. I know several people who have had this surgery and all the one's that used Dr. Miles and Dr. Schmitt are more sucessfull and they are more prepared for all the changes your life will have because they teach you and explain everything until you are sick of hearing it, but that's very good especially for me.
   — Sonya C.

July 24, 2002
I used Dr. Les Miles, partner to Dr. Schmitt, and also trainer to Mentor to Dr. Schmitt. Dr. Schmitt began to do RUY after Dr. Miles plate became too full and has been taught well by Dr. Miles. His surgeries have been successful and he is very bright and very thorough and has an excellent reputation. He is also educating himself regarding the emotional needs of WLS patients and our unique journies, so I think you are in good and competent hands. Wendy
   — Wendy O.