Novant Carolina Surgical Charlotte Bariatric Center
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He is very professional. Very to the point which is exactly what I was looking for.
His office staff is very nice and very pro-active. Can't really say there is anything bad I can say about Dr. Melkonian.
The only thing I can tell future patients of his is that if they are looking for a Doctor that is very upfront they would really like him. He is always emphasizing exercise and good eating choices.
He does provide you with a structured aftercare program.
He was very straight forward about all the risks of surgery and even went over some of the complications he has had with patients.
Overall, I am very satisfied with Dr. Melkonian. Glad I found him!
dr melkonian is awesome he showed he cares and was upfront he explained all about the surgery he answered all my questions i was amazed i feel very comfortable dr melkonian and his staff are the greatest anita was on top of everything she has a great personality and sweet surgery was on april 27 2004 up date this a little i have a new surgery date i was congested with a cold so had to reschedule my new surgery date is may 13,2004 so god bless you all and wish you all the best thanks dr melkonian and his staff :-)
Dr Melkonian, in my opinion, is the best. His entire staff worked with me during the insurance approval phase and gave me information and assistance as needed. The hospital staff were very nice and showed a great deal of concern.
I really do not have anything negative to say. Eventhough this may sound odd I found no fault with anything that occurred for me during my journey. Everything just went exceptionally well for me!
Dr. Melkonian's surgical skills are excellent. After the surgery I felt so good, I thought maybe I really did not have it.
Dr. Melkonian was very open and honest with me from the time I first went to his office. He told me exactly what to expect and what my contribution to the success will be. He explained the risks and the rewards in detail.
Both Dr. Melkonian's beside manner and surgical competence are top notch.
I would recommend anyone trying to obtain this surgery in the Charlotte/Matthews area pay him a visit and if possible let him perform the surgery.
I first met Dr. Melkonian in October 2003, and I immediatly loved him; I felt very comfortable with my decision to persue WLS. He was very informative and upfront with risks and benefits of the surgery.
My first impression of Dr Melkonian was that he was asolutely great. He answered any question that I had throughly! His nurse Nita was also wonderful. The front office staff could do better, but as far as the ones I have to deal with, (Dr Melkonian and Nita), I couldn't have picked a better Dr. He was straight foward and I like that.
Dr. M. is confident, thorough, personable and professional. I've only seen him at the intro seminar but I would feel comfortable seeing him as a patient.
I think Dr. Melkonian is the greatest! Although in the beginning he came across as a little rushed, he is still actually very informative and willing to listen to any and all questions I have for him! (Before, During and After) He has stressed what is best to do and what is not a good idea to try... His nurses are very sweet and caring! There was one lady who handled insurance in his office who was RUDE! She actually hung up on me once! But I was afraid to say anything to her because I did not want my insurance approval slowed down or messed up... Plus, she is just one bad apple in a bushel basket of shiny good ones! Dr. Melkonian has been outstanding through the entire process! He really wants you to be a success! He is willing to see you if you even suspect you might have a problem! WONDERFUL SURGEON to deal with! So even if he seems rushed the first time you meet him, hang in there... He really does care!
I had an appointment with Dr. Melkonian today 11/12/2003. From the moment I walked through the doors I felt comfortable. The front office staff was very personable. I arrived early for paper work and soon was greeted by Nita the nurse, who was as lovely as I'd thought she'd be. I've read alot of nice comments about her in this forum. Dr Melkonian came in and introduced himself and without hesitatation began to tell me about the procedure and the risks. I was impressed with his knowledge and understanding of my situations with my battle to lose weight. He assurred me that I met all the criteria for WLS. Now only to convince the insurance company. He made me feel relaxed and was more than eager to answers any questions that I had.
Later this afternoon I received a call from Liz, she had contacted Aenta and told me that they will pay 90% so now all I have to pay is $350.00 by my second office visit.
She said Nita will have my file and begin my approval process. Which may take a couple of weeks. Now I need to get busy and get my Psy Evaluation and appt with the nuitrionist. I pray all goes smoothly.
I would recommend Dr.Melkonian. I was also ectastic when I went to the front desk today to sign in, above my name was a lady by Denise Huey. I have read Denise's story and I knew that she recently had the surgery. As I was fixing to go back she came out the door :) I knew if was her from her pics posted on this site. I just wanted to say you look great. Keep it up :)
Met Dr. M today, he was personable, precise, and professional. I left the office relaxed and sure of myself and what was expected of me. Now the long journey of getting all the documentation together so I can get a surgery date.......