King's Daughters Medical Center Surgical Weight Loss Program Bariatric Center

Dr. Wheeler has been great. My impression started out quite positive at our first meeting, and has improved over time. His office staff is excellent. What I like least is probably his oral communication style - it takes a little getting used to. He seems to anticipate what you're asking him, and answers you before you're done speaking. I don't rate this at a major problem, though. I think he is just so anxious to anwer your questions, that he gets a little ahead of himself. Future patients should know that he really, truly cares for his patients, and wants what's best for them. Aftercare is very heavily emphasized. There is an excellent aftercare program through his office and KDMC. They employ a program coordinator and dietician full time, and are adding an exercise physiologist very soon. There are also separate support group meetings for the lap-band and RNY patients, which is very nice. The risks of surgery were addressed completely. Overall, I would rate Dr. Wheeler very high.

I met Dr. Tompkins and Dr. Wheeler at the surgical information session. I was impressed with the information and frankness of both physicians. They stayed after the session to discuss concerns with patients privately. I will update as I have further contact.

6/30/03 Had my initial consult with Dr. Wheeler today. He was informative, up-front about risks and benefits, and personal. His office staff is encouraging and helpful as well.

(9-20-2003) WOOHOO! I'm a loser!!! Dr. Wheeler did my lap band surgery on August 22nd. My whole experience has been top-notch. I live 3 hours from Ashland, and I would not hesitate to ever drive that 3 hours again. I couldn't have made a better decision on my surgeon and his staff. Deana, Anna, Tonya, and Chris have just been wonderful!! I am so glad I did this. :)

(4/9/2004) I'm back once again to sing the praises of Dr. Wheeler. HE IS THE MAN! :0) I am so thankful that I was blessed to have him as my surgeon.

I first met Dr. Wheeler on 6/25 in his office. I had heard him speak at the seminar the week before. Dr. Wheeler is very knowledgeable and straight forward, which I appreciate. He appeared to be very busy and rushed at this first appointment. I had my endoscopy the next day and he spoke with me before the procedure and was very pleasant and told me I was doing the right thing moving forward quickly with all my tests. He performed my gall bladder surgery on 7/22. He spoke with me and my family before the surgery and with my family following the surgery. He was again very pleasant and encouraging. He is an excellent surgeon. I saw Dr. Wheeler again on 10/15 to set a surgery date (11/14). He spent a good deal of time talking to both my husband and myself. We left feeling very at ease about the surgery and very comfortable with Dr. Wheeler.

I first met Dr. Wheeler at a seminar that was given. This was required before you could obtain an appointment. My first impression with him was that he was very knowledgeable and up to daye about the different types of surgery. He is a very straight forward person. No sugar coating anything. My first consult with him was wonderful. He explained all the risks of the surgery very well. It almost seemed as if he wanted to talk you out of it if you were not sure and did not understand things. He has a great program in place for after care. Even though this is a new program for the hospital... he is making great progress in getting everything set up. I came away from it with a new found hope. His office staff is wonderful. From the time I walked in until I checked out.... everyone was right on thier toes and eager to help you in any way that thye could. (Thanks girls for making me feel so comfortable and at ease) Before I left I was scheduled for most of the pre-op testing as well as having my nutritional counseling done and my Psych Eval scheduled. Dr. Wheeler also did my Endoscopy and Colonoscopy. He stopped in to see me before doing it and made me feel really comfortable. I did have some discomfort, but this was quickly relieved. Dr. Wheeler not only possesses a good bedside manner, but he seems to be a very competent surgeon. So all in all.... my first experience has been a good one. As this is my experience and views... if you decide to chose him... I hope yours goes as well.

I first meet Dr. Wheeler at a seminar, and I thought he was to the point, but not very talkative. I decided to go with the other doctor but realized that I could not get in with him because of my school schedule. I was scared to death of Dr. Wheeler because people said that he does not mess around and he is very dirct and to the point, just to see if you really want this or not. I changed my mind about Dr. Wheeler when I went to my first visit, he was very informative and very talkative, a super nice guy. I am glad that a chose Dr. Wheeler. I saw how well my Moms surgery went with him and how good he took care of her... I know that we made the right decision. I hope and pray that my surgery will go as well.

Dr. Wheeler is very direct and to the point and I like that. I wanted someone that I felt was being upfront with me. I have been really impressed with Dr. Wheeler and his staff, they have all been very caring and supportive as I have gone thru this process. They have been forth coming with information about the process and explored the options with me. But the most important issue for me is that they listen to me. They hear what I say and take the time to respond.

I feel very comfortable with Dr. Wheeler. I had been to two seminars before my consult and I was impressed with his honesty about the procedures and all that they entail. He seem to be very down to earth and seems to genuinely care about his patients and there success with WLS. Everyone in his office is great. They have a very good program. I get to have most of my testing in one day. The nurse submits my paperwork to insurance and they handle almost everything for you.

Dr. Wheeler is Great! His office staff is wonderful. I have had every question answered so far. If I every have a question, I have numbers of Nurses or office staff that will help me. I would highly recommend him to anyone. I haven't had surgery yet, but I see him on Wednesday,(9/7) to get my surgery date.
Dr. Wheeler is very personable.

Dr. Timothy Wheeler is a very though surgeon.
He'll leave no stone, unturned.
The staff is wonderful.
The aftercare program is the best I've seen and I've been researching for over 2 years now.