Bradley J. Needleman Bariatric Surgeon M.D., F.A.C.S.

Well... I hope one day soon..to say that Dr. Needleman is going to be my Surgeon. I am working on it. So far Bobbie has been wonderful in arranging my appointments..

I am really impressedwith him. He answered my questions very toughtfully. He didn't sugar-coat anything and he indulged me in my lack of medical jargon, I appreciate that. De. Needleman told me what could go wrong and what his intensions are. He also scheduled me much quickly than I had anticipated. I actually had to refuse an earlier date to get my "house" in order.

I went to meet the surgeon yesterday, Dr. Needleman! He was AMAZING!!! I was EXTREMELY at ease with him. I was so afraid that he would make me uncomfortable, or be really direct, "too professional", but in reality he was very down to earth, very informative, I could tell he knew what he was doing, he seemed to actually care about me as his patient, not just "another fat girl". He was amazing. If you ever have a choice, definatly pick him!!

Dr. Needleman is great...although I've only
met him once. He was kind, patient and
gentle. He was way behind on appointments
because he takes as much time as he needs
with each one and does not rush. That is
rare these days, and I for one appreciated it
His staff was nice also.

He told me everything I needed to know,
allowed me to ask anything I wanted to.

But, anyone going there initially should know
that you will more than likely spend a
substantial amount of time there. My
appointment was at 11:30, I was seen by him
at 2:30 and left the office at 3:45, after
my blood work.

He made me feel comfortable. I feel like he
genuinely cares.

I really don't know anything....I am scheduled to meet him 4/4/01

My pre-op appt is 4/4 - more later.

My first Impression of Dr. Needleman was " hmmmm he is very confident" and after talking with him I realized he knows that I am a person with feelings, he doesn't have the "GOD" syndrome. the most important thing to him is just being alive. He was very informative and answered all of my questions in great detail. He was great!

I have not met him yet, but I hear he is the
man at OSUH. My gynecologist says that he
has great surgical technique as she was in
the OR with him a few weeks ago. My peer
told me that he is a very nice and extremely
caring man.

First impression was "He's so young!" and "Easy on the eyes!"


After discussing the details of my surgery I felt that he was very competent and skilled to preform the open RNY that had been planned.
Nothing.

You can't make an appointment with him directly. You have to go through OSU Comprhensive Weight Loss Management Program.
After care is greatly emphasized. I will have followup appointments with both my physician and a dieticien for the next 18 months. Yes, the after care program is structured.

Yes, all risks and complecations were addressed thoroughly.

I would rate Dr. Needleman a 10 out of 10.

I think both surgical competence and bedside manner are both great. Not to mention, office staff and clinical nurse practicioner are all great too!


These are my own personal comments based on my own personal experience. I would encourage anyone to do their own full investigation.

2/21/01 I met Dr. Needleman for the first time today. He is a wonderful person and I am of this opinion after only one visit. I went to this appointment with many questions. I only had to ask a couple due to the fact that he was so in depth with his explanation of the surgery. He is very open about what may or may not happen and what he anticipates to happen. I have alot of respect for the truth. I feel very comfortable with this doctor and know for certian I am in wonderful hands. He is backed up by the most wonderful, caring nurses and other staff. A very comfortable appointment.