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My first impression of Dr. Guske was great. His staff was polite and courteous. He was very informative. I had some cosmetic surgery done prior to having bypass surgery so I knew what questions to ask and what to look for in a good surgeon. I liked Dr. Guske because his office believes in a complete weight loss program. It is called Weight for Life. They let you know when the support group meetings are, but it is completely up to you to go or not to go. I had a tummy tuck prior to my lap procedure. What was suppose to a routine lap procedure turned a tad bit complicated due to my tummy tuck being so tight. Dr. Guske did everything perfect! No leaks, no complications and I don't even throw up!!! He visited me everyday in the hospital and asked me how I felt. Even both Dr Kanes paid me a visit. What can I say, THE MAN KNOWS HIS STUFF!!!!
Dr Rantis's office people are very polite, personable and friendly.
I was really intemidated by him at first. He's at least 6 foot tall and I am 5'2".
He was very informative, matter of fact and full of cut and dry statistics. I was a little apprehensive until I met him again in the operating room at Alexian Brothers in Elk Grove. I asked him at 8am if he got plenty of sleep and was he in a good mood. He laughed right along with me and the rest of the OR staff, who I might add are the best guys on earth. I have my first post op visit on the 2nd of May, 02.
So far the only real problem I've had new post op, was painful GAS, and finding medications I had taken pre op in liquid form. I am diagnosed with Schizoaffective Disorder but am stable pre op.
Although I felt Dr Rantis was just a little dry in his office, he showed himself to be a caring and great man at the hospital. So,
based on no post op problems, and not treating me as if I were Mad, I would have to say that he is all around great Doc, and I recomend him highly.
Dr. Rantis was wonderful during my pre-op consultation. He had many other patients waiting on him, and he made sure that I was comfortable and understood all that he was saying. He was a little aprehensive about accepting me as a patient since I JUST meet the requirements of a BMI of 40 and have no co-morbidities. However, we reviewed my previous attempts, and he agreed that I would benefit from the use of gastric bypass as a tool. I was very comfortable with him.
He was very nice. My impression of him didn't change one bit.
The staff was very helpful. I loved everything about Dr. Kane Jr.
Other patients should know about him. I would use Dr. Kane again in a heartbeat.
He is very much into aftercare. He strongly encourages it. THey have a very structured aftercare program in place.
Dr. Kane Jr. was very upfront about the risk of this surgery. Overall on a scale from 1 - 10, Dr. Kane Jr. would receive a 15 from me. Awesome Dr.
Both his surgical competency and bedside manner are great.
I really liked Dr. Guske. He was very
confidence-inspiring. I have a lot of
confidence in him and his staff.
The hospital staff was great. I was treated
with kindness and respect. The process went
very smoothly.
The aftercare that I am participating in is
sponsored by the surgery group without interference.
The meetings are every 2 weeks and are facilitated
by a social worker. The format allows for personal
questions and interaction as well as a workbook
led discussion. I have learned a lot from this
and will continue to attend.
I first met Dr. Rantis at the inital meeting that we went too, so I was quite suprised to learn that I got him for my surgery. He is a very caring and outspoken Dr. The staff has been great there although I have only seen him once since offically, next time will be on this Tuesday,April 2nd when I have my surgery.
He was great at letting me know all the risks that where involved and that I was making a great choice to better improve my life.
Nothing negative yet like I said one quick meeting with him, however I have researched and prayed about this for quite a while.
My first impression of Dr. Guske was wonderful. He is a very caring and compassionate man/doctor. He answered all my questions prior to surgery and I was able to make an informed decision based on the information he provided to me. His attitude toward after care was great too. He helped me to understand and appreciate the fact that I had healed very quickly in a short amount of time, and was doing very well, even if I felt like I wasn't. His bedside manner is wonderful. He truly cares about his patients and their recovery. I can not say enough good things about this man. He is a wonderful surgeon, and as far as my surgery, which was done laprascopically, I have virtually no scars, and have healed very nicely. Thanks to him, I now have a new life.
My first impression of Dr. Rantis was not as a surgeon, but a humble, kind, caring person. The reason I say this is when I went for my consult today which was scheduled for 8:30 am, I was told by the staff that Dr. Rantis was running late and my appointment would be delayed for a while. I was not upset, as I know he is a very busy man, and I figured I have waited this long, I could wait a little longer. After about an hour or so of waiting, the nurse called me back and shortly Dr. Rantis came in and introduced himself. Before he even introduced himself, he apoligized multiple times and said that our time was AS valuable as his and it was inexcusable for the delay. He could have said nothing else after that and I would have left with a wonderful feeling that I had made the right choice. He then proceeded to talk about the practiced, number of surgeries he has performed, complications, etc. He was honest and upfront about EVERYTHING and even though his waiting room was backed up with patients from the delay, he NEVER made me feel rushed. He answered every question, thanked and complimented my dh for comiing with me as he emphasizes family support, and stressed the importance of aftercare and the support groups. Overall I would rate Dr. Rantis a "10" and I would highly recommend him to anyone. I will update after surgery about bedside manner. I have no doubt it will be wonderful.