Pacific Bariatric Surgical Medical Group, Inc. Bariatric Center

rnI am very impressed and pleased with Dr. Fuller. He has a great sense of humor, good bed side manner, and prompt to answer any questions.

I had researched Dr. Ali over the last year that I had been thoroughly researching this procedure. I was impressed by his experience: I had read that the medical association considers that this procedure has a 'learning curve' of about 500 cases. I specifically asked for Dr. Ali, all my paperwork had his name on it, I was scheduled with Dr. Ali, even though the surgery co-ordinator told me that the \"doctors don't like it when you try to pick one of them\" -- huh? That's not a patient-service orientated mantra. She wasn't pleased, but did pencil me in with Dr. Ali.rnrnBeing a large facility, every pre-op appointment was actually a group appointment with other patients. If they needed to see us privately, they'd put me in a room to wa-a-a-a-ait for the assortment of nutrionists, nurses, doctors' aids, etc to see us. rnrnAnyway, at my final pre-op, 3 business days before my scheduled surgery, they gave me paperwork to sign that seemed to indicate that my surgery was with Dr. Fuller instead. I asked that same surgery co-ordinator about it and she said I needed to talk to the nurse 'upstairs' when they saw me for my private room time later. rnrnLong story short: the nurse told me she couldn't reschedule me; that co-ordinator would have to. My sister had already planned time off from her job to help me post op, I had all my plans ready . . .rnrnThey sent Dr. William Fuller in to to answer my questions: he was very nice. He told me that he had done about 421 cases so far, he answered my questions frankly, he projected confidence, and he put me at ease. rnrnAfter thinking it over at home, I proceeded to have surgery with Dr. Fuller. I saw him once, for about 5 minutes, the next afternoon in my hospital room, and he was reassuring that everything went well. rnrnSurgery was only just a few weeks ago, but things are going well. I definitely WOULD reccommend Dr. Fuller. rnrnHowever, I'm still a little pissy about the bait-and-switch they pulled; they wouldn't give me a reason. I even asked if Dr. Ali was not doing surgeries much anymore, or perhaps focused more on the difficult cases, but they said no.rnrn

I met Dr. Rumsey for the first time on January 28, 2008. I was very excited. He seems very nice and carrying. Presently, I am scheduled for surgery on March 7, 2008, I will keep you posted.

I can tell right away he does have lots of experience doing this type of procedure. I am a Newspaper Publisher and I asked lots of questions and he had all the answers!rnrnSo far the staff has been wonderful, very helpful and friendly.rnrn

Dr. Fuller was the main surgeon to perform the surgery on me, with Dr. Ali there too. I have to say that Dr. Fuller is the most awesome surgeon. He is so kind and he really cares about his patients. I was pretty nervous the day of surgery, and he spent time with me reassuring me that he would take the best care of me. I honestly cannot think of a single thing that I didn't like about him. He fully explained the risks of the surgery, and he spoke of the benefits as well. His staff was also very helpful in all aspects of the surgery. They are so attentive to the needs of the patients, and they aren't abrupt and brash like some can be. The only things that I was unhappy with had to do with the anesthesia. I have a history of nausea from it, and the anesthesiologists seemed to to take that with a grain of salt and not give anything to prevent it. Also, they didn't take to heart the fact that I am allergic to morphine, and they put it in my IV anyway, which caused quite a bit of discomfort. But still, all that considered, the experience wasn't a bad one. All in all, I have to rate Dr. Fuller as the absolute best in surgical competence and in bedside manner. I did get to meet Dr. Ali not too long before I was discharged from the hospital, and he is a very kind and awesome surgeon as well. I would recommend either one of them to anyone looking to find an excellent surgeon for their procedure.

Although Ive only met Dr. Zorn once for the pre op appointemen. He seemed very nice, reassuring, informative. He wasnt cold like a lot of surgeons can be.

My first impression of Rumsy was really comforting. As I walked in to meet with his Nurse, he happened to be taking notes on a patients chart, and asked how my Husband and I were doing. He wasn't a rude, or snobby man at all. I still have the same impression, even after meeting with him in the room. His staff seemed to be nice as well. I'd have to say he explained the surgery to me, and seemed very caring. He asked me ofcourse first, if I had any questions. My mind went blank, and I couldn't think of anything off the top of my head. He then rolled his stool close to my Husband and asked him if he had any questions what so ever, that he'd be more than happy to explain, and answer them. I'm very happy with Rumsey so far, and I look forward to my future experiences with him as well. I'd rate him very high, just by hearing, and seeing how he is with his patients. I'll have to update more after my surgery has been completed.

I first met Dr. Zorn at a Pacific Bariatrics Orientation for WLS. He was very knowledgeable and dispelled any fears I might have had regarding the surgery and going through Pacific Bariatrics. He was very approachable from the start.rnrnOver the first year leading up to and following surgery, I found that my first impressions of him were well warranted. He personalized each visit. He was always straight-forward and very encouraging. Whenever I had a question, I could contact his office and if he was not available one of the doctors would get back to me quickly.rnrnI would rated him ***** five stars! He is the epitome of both surgical competence and bedside manner.

My surgeon was supposed to be Mohamed Ali, Sacramento, but ended up being William Fuller.

Dr. Zorn is the greatest! I immediately felt at ease with him and the way he treated me. I'm very impressed with PacBar's whole attitude about morbid obesity! I had a great experience with the crew at PacBar too. They didn't even seem to mind all the nagging phone calls to see if I had a date yet! lol rnDr. Zorn's wonderful wife was my OR nurse and she is very sweet. Of course she has a great name and that is part of it (Becky) lolrnShe was very nurturing and caring and I felt so at ease in her care! My incisions are small and nice and I never felt like I had surgery, so I think Dr. Zorn did a brilliant job!! rnThe staff at Scripps Mercy hospital were great too! I had excellent nurses and enjoyed my stay there. The private rooms are great and very accomidating for MO patients. I was very pleased with my whole surgery experience! Thank you Dr. Zorn, thank you to his lovely wife~Becky, and thank you to all of my great nurses who made the experience a great one! I am totally happy with my whole experience!!! I give you all an A+!!!!rnrnThank you Dr. Zorn for saving my life! I will be forever grateful to you and God!!!