Jonh Brems, M.D. Bariatrics Bariatric Center
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I was referred to Dr Brems by my PCP. I then went to check himout on the Loyola Web-site. Finding that he is the Chief of surgery for liver transplants set my mind at ease. I felt anyone with his education and skills must be capable. My first imp-ressions of his office staff was wonderful! They are so helpful and always take time to answer any questions and welcome phone calls whenever you need something further. Dr Brems is a very busy surgeon, but I didn't feel rushed at any time during our meeting. He asked questions, listened carefully and gave me sufficient time to ask anything I wished. I would rate Dr Brems as a fine physician with a compationate calm demenor.
WLL MY FIRST IMPRESSION ON DR. BREMS WAS A GOOD ONE. HE WAS VERY NICE SOFT SPOKEN, BUT COFIDENT. I WAS A LITTLE NERVOUS AT FIRST BUT DR. PUT MY MIND AT EASE. THE STAFF HE HAS IS INCREDABLE THEY ARE SO NICE AND THEY SEEM TO VERY CARING.I WOULD HAVE TO RATE DR. A 10.
My first impression of Dr Brems was very good. At my first visit I saw a nurse, then a medical resident (who was very knowledgable). Then I saw Dr Brems, after quite a long wait.
Wait time for appts for initial consult was 2 1/2 months, but I got put on a waiting list and got in sooner.
Dr Brems specializes in liver transplants, but has done a lot of open RNY.
The one negative thing I have to say is the waiting room chairs are not meant for larger people.
I'll keep you updated
First impression was very good. Seemed very confident and has done over 300 operations.
I don't think my impression has changed at all. His office staff is great all very helpfull and knowledgeable and of course Loyola is teaching hospital so there are many residents and interns and med students looking at you also. I can't think of anything I like least about him. Aftercare is emphasized by a meeting with a very knowledgeable dietician who is available by phone after you go home. Not a real structured aftercare program but they do have a support group once a month. Very frank about the risks. I would rate him as very good with both his surgical competence and bedside manner be good. I was not as impressed with the care at Loyola as I was with Dr. Brems.
It took me quite some time to get an appointment. I have had my initial assessment at Loyola. The staff were very nice and professional. Dr. Brems was quiet but very pleasant and opened up more the longer we spoke. The nutritionist was very nice. She actually talked to two of us at once (by mutual consent) and I made a new friend - the other patient. I received booklets on the surgery and the diet which I have read cover to cover. Now I am just waiting for pre-admission testing to be scheduled.
my surgeon is a very straight forward person he tells you what to expect and how your going to feel very comforting. i'm glad i chose him everyone that works with him is very friendly and always make you feel good about yourself i've recommended 2 people that have had the surgery that the results are overwhelming.
The first time I met Dr. Brems I knew he was all about business. I felt completely comfortable with him. The next time I saw him was after my surgery. Dr. Brems his outright honest with you. He tells you of all risks without sugar coating them. I admire that. He isn't a very warm person, at first. But, when he visited me each day in the hospital, he seemed much friendlier and caring. He is very busy, as he is also a liver transplant surgeon. But, he is completely approachable and will answer all questions honestly. When I saw him at my post-op appointment he seemed excited by my progress! His office staff is wonderful. They treat you with great respect. He also has a great Registered Dietician that you work with before and after the surgery. With Dr. Brems and his staff of Residents you can be rest assured you will be treated well and are in good hands.
<html><font size="3" face="Arial">SURGEON SURVEY: </p> Second Time Around: Dr. Brems</font></p> My first impression?--Direct, all business, no showmanship. But, he listened to and addressed every issue I brought up.</p> How did my impression change over time?--It was just reconfirmed by the way he handled my hospital course and my continued followups.</p> How would I describe his staff?--His secretary was always very helpful. He was assisted by a nurse for both my visits, who was very compassionate. </p>What did I like least about him?--I have not developed any bad feelings about our doctor-patient relationship. I do, however, have a few issues with Loyola. I had a good hospital stay, but if you are interested in some other details about Loyola, just send me an email. Don't get me wrong. I am extremely relieved, glad, etc. that I wound up as Dr. Brems' patient. </p> What should future patients know about him?--Dr. Brems is very talented and sharp. He will take care of you. His main function at Loyola is as their liver transplant surgeon. He got into doing bypass surgery because of all the morbidly obese patient's that he has seen lose their liver function due to cirrhosis caused by obesity. He cares.</p> How much does he/she emphasize aftercare? He has a very thorough aftercare program. You can attend monthly meetings with the nutritionist. You see him on a monthly basis, as well.</p>Does he have a structured aftercare program?--Yes.</p>How did he address the risks of surgery? In a very direct and thorough manner.</p>How would I rate him overall?--A++</p>Which is better, surgical competence, bedside manner, or both?--Well, his competence is above reproach. He is a quiet man, but firm in his knowledge. He is not flashy nor does he display the ego that I've seen in some surgeons. His bedside manner worked for me.</p>
<p><font size="3" face="Arial">First Time Around: Dr. Kane--</p>
What was your first impression of him/her?--Confident and talented. </p>
How did your impression change over time?--I feel now that he is capable; however, I don't feel his own opinion of his ability equals his actual talent. </p>
How would you describe his/her office staff?--Courteous and helpful. </p>
What did you like least about him/her?--There is a comment at the bottom that requests that we give a balanced (good and bad) review of our surgeon. In my case, since the surgery was aborted,
I don't know what to say. I think his intent was good. I, however, do wish he had not spoken of such a definitive diagnosis
before finding out the results of the pathology. When I was postop a couple of months, I had another meeting with Dr. Kane to discuss my eligibility for the bypass. I found his cockiness to be intolerable. He seemed to feel that he would or should do the surgery, if I was sure that I wanted it. He asked that I have at least one consultation with a hepatologist to ensure that it wouldn't be dangerous. The meeting went sour at the point where he told me that he felt I should lose 50 to 70 pounds to make things easier. He also stated that he wouldn't turn me down for the surgery because if other surgeons found out that "Kane wouldn't do [the surgery]" than no one would. Ridiculous, to say the least. Can anyone blame me when I say I'm bitter that 7 months after my aborted surgery I have a much more advanced case of cirrhosis, which could PROBABLY have been helped by the amount of weight I would have lost during those 7 months? </p>
What should future patients know about him/her?--Dr. Kane Jr's main focus is the patient's health. He does however seem to have an assembly line type practice going, so I would strongly suggest that if your health is less than above average, you investigate what is best with you through your internest or any specialist that cares for your specific medical condition. </p>
How much does he/she emphasize aftercare?--Very thorough after-care program. </p>
Does he/she have a structured aftercare program?--Yes. It is maintained by Weight For Life and Alexian Brother's Hospital. </p>
How did he/she address the risks of surgery?--Very up front and honest about risks. </p>
How would you rate him/her overall?-- Can't answer that. </p>
Which is better, surgical competence, bedside manner, or both great?--Probably his manner.</font></p></body></html>
I saw Dr Brems on Jan 25th,2002. He is a quiet man. H answered all my questions I had written down. The staff at the office was very nice. There are support groups at the hospital every month.
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