Hamilton Medical Group Bariatric Center

I was very impressed with her professionalism and her demeanor. She seemed very competent. She does not have much experience in this type of surgery and I have to admit, that frightens me a bit. But with the few that she has done, they have been successful, so I feel confident with her. Besides, this isn't exactly the first type of surgery she's done. She is a laparoscopic surgeon. SO...I will update after my surgery and let everyone know, but I feel sure she will be excellent!

Dr. Chu is new to WLS and will begin in August 2002 with the assistance of a proctor from New Orleans LA who has done many procedures. She is a very confident and competent surgeon(in my opinion). This was not a difficult decision for me to make, due to the fact that I did not want to travel to have this procedure and she is in my hometown. The fact that I am a nurse and have personally worked with her has helped also.

She was very thorough in my pre surgery consultation and put me through the ringers. Pre surgery testing included: EKG, Nuclear Stress test and Echo cardiogram, as well as a complete physical.

Aftercare is the most important key to sucess with this type of surgery and she made sure to instill this fact into my understanding.

The aftercare I will be receiving will inpart take place in Mandeville, LA just a short drive from home, and a registered dietican at the hospital where I work and will have surgery, will help me with my dietary needs pre and postop.

Later on I will be able to better rate this doctor.

So far her bedside manner and surgical competence are equal. She has a wonderful aspect for the program and I am looking forward to being her patient.

I'm sure not everyone has a great experience with surgery, as I have read some of the more unpleasant results, hopefully mine will be good and if not I'll be sure to let you all know where my problems lie.