Surgical Associates, S.C. Bariatric Center

I found Dr. Weiland to be very straight forward and honest about what to expect from the surgery and what the complications are. He answered all of my questions thoroughly. He kept telling me that this is only a "tool". He was very clear as to what he expected of me before and after surgery. I am glad that my PCP recommended him. He sounds confident in what he does and that in turn makes me confident in him.

August 27,2003 I am now post-op. What a wonderful Doctor. In the last 2 weeks he has shown me his humorous, kind and caring side. He put me totally at ease right before surgery and visited me 3 times a day in the hospital for the 2 1/2 days I was in. I had to call 5 days post-op about pain control and he called me back immediately and was very helpful. I'm glad I followed my gut instincts and had him do my surgery. He has my backing and support 100%.

I thought Dr Robert Brebrick, was a great doctor. His skill in surgery was outstanding. He ran a crossed a problem with my esophagus, with a stappler. Instead of opening me a to do a open ryb, he hand sowed me instead. So needlesss to say a surgery that should of taken 3 hour, took him 6 hours. This doctor has great patients, lets you know what's going on, and keep you well informed. I would recommed him to anyone.

My first impression of Dr. Steven Weiland was one of complete and total comfort from the moment he started talking to me. He was wonderful pre-op, straight to the point, and very serious about helping me on my journey. In the hospital he was one of the most wonderful doctors I could ask for. He was there when I needed him and visited 1-3 times per day. His positive attitude helped me gain confidence in the first few trying days in the hospital. Post-op checkup was just a wonderful as the first two times I saw him. He was very kind, understanding, informative, and encouraging. He is a doctor who takes the time needed with his patients and helps them feel right as ease.

My first impression was when I met him the day of my best friends surgery, he was nice, understanding and he did not rush her when he asked if she had any questions before the surgery.
I met him today March 7th 2003 for the first time for my pre-op and he was great he did not rush me either... I had questions and he answered them honestly which is what we want out of a Dr. dont we? His nurse was the best.. I wish allll nurses were like her ... her name is Brooke..I walked into the office and she happened to be by the appointment/registering desk and she actually remembersd my name... she said " Hi Ann how are you today" I was amazed, most Dr's and their staff dont remember you and have to rely on your file to even know your name!!!!Brooke told me about what to bring to the hospital and what kind of stuff would be easier to use such as slip on slippers instead of zip up ones or other..The Dr. told me evey risk ther was about the surgery which was wonderful and he did not sugar coat it either... this is excatly what I wanted to hear..I would rate him a 9 out of 10 and his nurse a 10 out of 10.....I would recomend if you are in the wausau area and are considering this surgery deffinitaly go to him!!!!!!

First, and foremost let me say this is only my first impressions of Dr. Brebrick. Future patients should realize from my comments what they may expect from the initial visit. But ultimately the decision is your own whether or not to pursue this operation with Dr. Brebrick.

My first impression of Dr. Brebrick, was good. He was specific, to the point, made excellent eye contact, this is very important to me, and made absolutely sure I was aware of the risks, even more so than the benefits.

Dr. Brebricks staff is fabulous, as are most of the providers with the Marshfield Clinic in Wausau. His nurse, let me know exactly what to expect from the doctor and too feel free to ask questions, interrupting if I needed to.

Future patients should know he values research done by the patient. It is very important, my opinion of course, to him that his patients know exactly what this surgery will mean to their life-style.

He emphasizes aftercare, as did the dietician. And they do have a structured aftercare program. Plus a fabulous support group that is headed up by a former patient.

Overall, although we are still in the process of getting this surgery approved for myself, I am as at ease as I can be going into this surgery with Dr. Brebrick.

Concerning his bedside manner...we'll he wasn't a comedian by any means, he was specific, methodic, and very concerned about being informative and clear. If you are looking for some one to "cut up" with or need a jovial doctor to feel comfortable, Dr. Brebrick may not be for you.

My appointment went very well. Right when I walked up to the receptionist in the waiting room they told me he was running about 1/2 hour late, which I appreciated them telling me. His nurse spent a lot of time with me, telling me about what they do, what they're all about. He's a no-nonsense kind of guy, but when he smiles, his whole face lights up. I liked him immediately. We talked a long time about the procedure, why I'm a candidate, what to expect. I never felt rushed by him in the least when I knew he was running behind. He yawned once and apologized and said he'd been on-call most of the night. So, as far as first impressions, I felt very comfortable with him. He told me his experience as a surgeon. He told me complications he's run into with the surgery and things that "could" happen. He didn't sugar-coat anything.

His is polite. Very direct. Does not sugar coat expectations. So far his nurse has been very helpful with answering questions and setting up preop appoitments. One office girl must have been new because she didn't know what forms was what and had almost as many questions as I did. At first he didn't think I was in need of the surgery that bad. Yes I'm over by 150lbs. to my goal weight. But I am still a active person that doesn't seem to be having great health problems yet. After telling him my thoughts of the surgery and my famil history of heart trouble he ordered the paperwork and tests with no objections. He seems to be a straight forward person and likes the same from his patients. He also likes his patients to be informed. He is thinking of getting a support group going because of requests from his patients. We didn't cover much about aftercare. That will be a question I will have to ask his nurse when I call next time. After only one meeting with him, its hard to tell you details about him but I will update this as I have more contact with him and his staff.

I am now post-op. The more I have seen and talked to my surgeon the more I have found him to be a very kind and wonderful caring person. He has given me the best care that I could have ever expected.