Pacific Bariatric Surgical Medical Group, Inc. Bariatric Center

The very first time I met Dr. Rumsey I was still very scared and still wondering if I was doing the "right" thing. I had never had any kind of medical procedure so I was frightened. Dr. Rumsey made me feel very at ease. I felt he was very skilled in his profession. After meeting Dr. Rumsey, I wasn't scared anymore and I could have had surgery the very next day. I had confidence that I was in good hands. I feel I went to one of the best places for this type of program. I developed a small problem with drainage after 3 weeks, I called the on call surgeon (Dr. Zorn) on a Sunday morning. I was impressed to be talking to a Dr. after 15-20 mins. of my call.

In addition to his surgical competence, I had no problems at all) he is a very gentle, caring man with a good sense of humor. He is reasonable, realistic and straight forward in his dealings with patients and he is always very encouraging.

He works with me as a partner in this "project" and I very much appreciate that approach. He is there to help but he expects you to do your part.

There isn't anything that I can think of that I don't like about him or the care I received from him during the surgery and followups. The only negative exdperience was with the nutritionist at the hospital. She was less than helpful and not on board with the Pacific Bariatric program. In fact, I love him and I told his wife so. (She said it was OK)

As a member of Pacific Bariatrics surgical medical Group he has a structured aftercare program with scheduled followups and support group meetings and exercise group available.

HE WAS VERY FRIENDLY, AND SPOKE TO ME IN SUCH A KIND WAY I WASN'T NERVOUS. I HAVE FOUND THAT HE ALWAYS RUNS LATE BUT THAT'S BECAUSE HE TAKES TIME WITH HIS PATIENTS. HIS STAFF IS GREAT, WILLING TO HELP IN ANY WAY. I HAVE NO COMPLAINTS. HE WILL NOT SUGAR COAT HIS DIAGNOSIS, IF HE CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE HE WILL TELL YOU JUST THAT. YOU MUST FOLLOW WHAT HE TELLS YOU TO DO YOU WILL BE GIVEN LOTS OF MATERIALS TO READ AND YOU NEED TO READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF IT. IF THERE'S SOMETHING YOU NOT CLEAR ABOUT ASK. RISKS WERE COVERED IN THE MATERIAL YO ARE GIVEN AND AGAIN AT YOUR PRE-OP. HE'S A 10 IN MY BOOK BOTH AS A SURGEON AND AS A PERSON.

Dr. Eugene Rumsey is a surgeon for Pacific Bariatric located in San Diego, CA. He was very friendly, informative,and caring. I did not feel rushed at all. I have so far had only one meeting with Dr. Rumsey.
The staff at Pacific Bariatric is WONDERFUL. The ladies in the office were so patient, informative and caring...I could not have made it through all of this without the support of Lorena, Jobie and Rosie. The reason I chose this particular group is because of their aftercare program and the informative lectures and support groups they offer for the rest of your life. They are totally up front and honest with you. You have to attend a lecture, take a written exam, meet with a surgeon, and a psychiatrist to determine your eligibility for the program. All of the risks were addressed. Since I am pre-op, I don't have any information on bedside manner as of yet, but will fill you in when I do!!

Well, I had my surgery and I LOVE Dr. Rumsey! Not only is he an awsome surgeon but he is a wonderful person. Everyday he would come and sit on my bed, hold my hand and reassure me that I am going to feel great, look great and be healthy soon. Many nurses told me that he was their surgeon and only had wonderful things to say about him.

Dr. Rumsey was informative, friendly and patient. He spoke and listened and made me feel very comfortable. I read many posts about him before I met him. He is a very good surgeon that is part of Pacific Bariatric Surgery Group as well as Hillcrest Surgery Group. He is one of 4 surgeons. Their group has performed over 2,500 RNY surgeries with a less than 1% mortality rate. They have a wonderful aftercare program with nurse that can be reached 24 hrs a day, several support groups throughout California, and an annual gathering of all their patients. Wonderful, caring doctor and staff.

Dr. Rumsey was great. I had to change surgeons at the last minute so I could have it according to my work schedule, and I met him the day before surgery. He was great throughout the surgery and so far. Has a great bedside manner. I would highly recommend him.

He was nice. We had our screaming children with us during the consultation and he was very patient and kind with them. Our baby was just learning to walk and falling all over his office. He didn't seem to mind. He had a sense of humor and was very confident. When I left he told me he'd see me in surgery!

Dr Rumsey was very kind and undersanding and I found him to be very caring to make me and my family comfortable.
He is very considerate and caring.
His staff is well trained and many are also WLS Patients.
He did my Internal Medicine doctors surgery also. I feel if another doctor chooses a doctor that is a good one to go to also.
He has the staff at the Hospital well trained to take care of Bariactric patients. Which is a needed plus for Post-op care.
Pacific Bariactrics offers a support group and excercise program for Patients in the San Diego Area.
The Risk factors are clearly addressed in a open meeting and then in paper work given and in person by the doctor.
I think he has both surgical competence and great bedside manner. He is compassionate.

Have been very impressed with Dr. Zorn from the very begining. Very much the professional. Very frank tells you like it is and wants assurances that you are ready for such a major life stile change. Would highly recomend. Has complete after care program with support groups.

Dr. Zorn is a very caring man. Very easy to talk to. Doesn't have a superior attitude. I liked him very much. Pacific Bariatrics in San Diego has been easy to deal with. They can almost always help you on your first call to them or they return calls in a very timely manner. Samantha has been very helpful with whatever questions I have. Bjefore care and aftercare are very well defined in their handbook they make you study. They also require you to have a complete understanding of the procedure and the results of the procedure by reading a 50+ page book and taking a test on it. I feel very happy with PB whole approach to this surgery. At this point I don't have any really negative feelings about this office or Dr.