McLaren Health Care Bariatric Services Bariatric Center

I liked Dr. Dabideen very much, he was very informative. no. His staff is very friendley and explained things I wanted to know. No, answer I liked him. He talked a lot about aftercare and the problems we may have if we don't listen. yes. He talked a lot about the risks of surgery but it's better to know than wonder about all the queastions running in everyones head. I rate him veery well. Both are great in a Doctor and you have to have confidence in him. Karen Brunett

He was very professional and very up front. I am curious what his beside manner will be, but all tht really matters is that he is good at his job. Everyone at the Hurley Center has been wonderful!!
You do not see much of your surgeon after the surgery. You see the docter that they use to admit you and prescribe the medications.

My first impression of Dr. Pesta was that he was young, confident and knew what he was talking about. My mother thought otherwise and stated, "I think he's just selling the surgery." I am happy to report that my mother has completely changed her opinion and takes it all back!
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Dr. Pesta has a wonderful bedside manner and he knows his stuff. He also does a great job of relating to the patient and their needs, whether it be reassurance, a warm smile, or complicated medical explanations broken down to a level you understand (usually with pictures)! I can't think of one negative thing to say about him or one thing I would change about the care he provided during my hospital stays or outside of the hospital.
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Dr. Pesta gets my stamp of approval and I highly recommend him to my own friends and family, as well as anyone else who is thinking about WLS.

Dr. D'Almeida is great in my book.

The staff is very professional and know exactly what they're doing. They are sympathetic, sincere and courteous.

I have had great care and aftercare with NESG and Dr. D. and feel totally secure in his hands.

He is very honest and up front. I had difficulty after surgery and he tried everything to help me. I didn't feel neglected at all.

My first impression was that Dr. Dabideen was very professional experienced, and knowledgeable. He also has a good sense of humor. He is a very busy surgeon but takes the time to answer all questions. My suggestion is take a list of questions and another person with you on your intial consultation. I recommend Dr. Dabideen, not only because of his skill as a bariatric surgeon but because he is compassionate and willing to work with his patients. Dr. Dabideen emphasizes aftercare right from the first consult. He is very open about talking about the risks of bariatric surgery. Hurley Center for Comprehensive Weight Loss' staff is friendly and helpful; however, sometimes making contact, especially with the nutritionist, could use some improvement. Also, after arrival for appointments, be prepared to wait an extra 45 min. - 1 hr. The program appears to be going through some growing pains, as more and more patients are choosing Hurley. The aftercare program is good. They provide support and education. On a scale of 1-10, with 10 being the highest, I would rate Dr. Dabideen a 10.

When I first went to a liv-lite seminar I met Dr. Pesta, Dr. Katz and Dr. Marshall.

I first liked Dr. Pesta off the bat. Then after hearing Dr. Marshall talk, with all of his experience, I then liked him. Then Dr. Katz came in and had his scrubs on and he a nice smile...I was tossed on who to pick.

I then met people who had Dr. Pesta and even my pysch eval was done by someone who is a friend of his (and I found him on my own). It seemed there were so many signs pointing to Dr. Pesta. Even one of Liv-Lite girls mentioned how nice his scars are..and they are. Mine is smaller than most I've seen.

I was in the hospital for tests and 2 doctors commented on what a great job he did. AND HE DID!

Dr. Pesta has a great bedside manner, is very talented and is an all around great surgeon.

If you are up in the air....talk to Dr. Pesta (or send me an email!) He is always available for you when you need him...he really cares!

I believe that the wait that I have endured was for a reason. I was thoroughly impressed with Dr. D'Almeida. He was very patient and thorough. He put my mother at ease when she accompanied me to my appointment.

Dr. Boutt and his staff were great from begining to end. He never seemed rushed or in a hurry and answered all my questions at my consultation. Even the day of surgery when he came out to talk to me he sat down and was willing to answer anything I or my wife had to ask. The Lap Band program at Port Huron is very structured and I feel provides TONS of support.
I found Dr.Boutt to be an all around great doctor. If I know of someone looking into this surgery I will not hesitate to recomend him!!
The one and only thing I would change is that I didn't see Dr.Boutt at all after surgery. I would have liked for him to have made an appearance after my surgery was complete.
Still an overall great Dr.

When I first met Dr. Dabideen I liked him. I felt he was a very knowlegable in his field.
He treated me as a person and not just another heavy person. He answered all my questions I had. I have all the faith in him

Dr. Harris Dabideen is a soft spoken, gentle man who quickly reviewed my history, asked clarifying questions in an efficient manner and allowed me to ask him questions without making me feel rushed. He focuses on insuring that patients understand not only the surgical process, but the post-op experience as well. He does not gloss over the risks and places patient recover firmly where it belongs - in the hands of the compliant patient.

Dr. Dabideen's staff could be described as the most efficient, friendly and supportive people that I've ever dealt with. They are open and kind, humorous and compassionate.

I have not yet had surgery, so I will update this following my release.