Greater Colombia Bariatric Surgeons Bariatric Center

First Impression: Can he really be this nice? Yes he really is that nice.rnrnHis office staff are friendly, caring, and helpful. It should be noted that he has moved to the Tri-Cities on the east side of Washington State.rnrnHe strongly believes that the aftercare is as if not more important than getting the surgery itself. There is a structured aftercare program and he gives you a binder with all the information you will need to take care of yourself for both pre and post surgery.rnrnDr. Fox conducts seminar's each month. He explains in detail all about the procedure, aftercare, you diet, his statistics as a surgeon and all risks associated with Bariatric Surgery as well as the health risks of remaining morbidly obese.rnrnI was well treated, they remember my name, the hospital was ready for me, they definitely have it figured out and I have no complaints.

Dr. Fox and his staff at SWLC (Surgical Weight Loss Clinic) are a spectacular group of professionals. Not only are they professional they are understanding, helpful, and knowledgeable people. rnDr. Fox always has time for me during my appointments. He makes me feel that I am most important, he asks me questions, listens to my answers as well as answers the questions and concerns that I might have. I never feel like he is in a hurry to get to the next patient. Dr. Fox and his staff are very compassionate and understanding. They are truly my second family.rnFuture patients should know that the structure of the after care program will allow Dr. Fox to be apart of your life for the rest of your life.rnWhat I like most about Dr. Fox and SWLC is that right from the start all of the potential patients attend a 4 hour class. In this class they explain the risks; they explain what it is going to be like during the different stages of weight loss and what you can expect, they explain costs, aftercare, they also have LAP band patients there to tell their success story. rn The best LAP band surgeon is right here in Washington. They just don’t get any better than Dr. Fox and the Surgical Weight Loss Clinic.rn

Was very good surgeon. Had stomach stapled in 1989. When in about 2002 went to try to get band/staples tightened was told by different surgeron that this type of surgery only lasts about 10 years. Have tried everyting I can afford to lose weight but nothing is working. Would like Dr. Speigel to perform lap band surgery if approved by my insurance.rnrn

Dr. Ross Fox came up here to Alaska to do a seminar--at the time, there were NO SURGEONS who did this type of surgery up here in Alaska.

His office staff is wonderful, they are all really pro-active, they want you to have a positive experience and also to have a great attitude of the life changing thing you have done or are thinking of doing.

They EMPHASZIE aftercare in a BIG way and have a structured aftercare program. I am 4 years out and I still have contact with their office and staff.

The doctors and staff definately DID address the risks/benefits of surgery.

The overall rating is 5 stars!!!!! After I came out of surgery, Dr. Fox came in and woke me up by standing at my bedside and gently whistling. He had a fresh rose with a card that said "Welcome to your new life"

So far I have been pleased. I talked to Dr. Srikanth, who is an associate of Dr. Fox. He was very pleasant to deal with. I feel confident with him doing the operation.

The only thing that disappointed me is that I called the insurance department 2x and they did not return my call. Maybe they were busy. I got ahold of them the 3rd x I called, so perhaps they just hadn't gotten the message????

The staff has been excellent so far. I feel that they have explained everything - so far as far as what to expect and such. Haven't discussed much as far as financial, my ins is covering 90% of this procedure.

Although there is much negativity surrounding Dr. S. Ross Fox, he did my initial surgery more than 10 years ago, I simply adore the man! He did a great job on me and when I developed some serious issues he and his staff took great pains to figure out what was wrong and developed a treatment plan for me. Two years after my WLS I had a series of plastics and due to one of the meds I took, i.e., Torodol, I developed a staple line disruption and had a small weight gain, again Dr. Fox and his staff took good care of me. I had a revision, Dr. Oh was the primary surgeon on my revision and Dr. Fox assisted. When I developed a serious infection within days of leaving the hospital, again, Dr. Fox and his staff treated me appropriatly. I have nothing but positive comments for Dr. Fox and his staff and would do it all over again in a heart beat.

So as far as I am concerned Dr. S. Ross Fox is a miracle worker1

My first inpression of Dr Fox was that he is a very Companionate and understanding man. My impression has not changed other than he is a funny man to talk with he makes you feel good about your decision and let's you know that it is not your fault you are the way you are. The staff that I have met are very help full and there to help you every step of the way.

So far I have been very comfortable working with Dr. Fox and his office staff. They are very professional and for the most part, if you are serious, they get you in there and going on your pre-op regimen quickly. They are very serious about you understanding that this is a life time commitment. You are required to seek some kind of post-op support and they have thier own support groups if you don't find one on your own. My biggest gripe with them so far is that they like to use the same testing facilities with everyone so I have to drive aways for most of the tests. Small sacrifice for what I am striving for here.

5/29 Went to Dr. Fox's discussion group it was very informative. I was giving information on the pros and cons of wsl. He was very nice and understanding. He and his staff were willing and able to answer any and all questions.

Dr Fox was great. I was in a discussion group where he described the different options. I look forward to more one on one time to get his input on my surgery.