Douglas M. Krahn Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS
20 yr Experience
15 yr in Bariatrics
15 yr in Laparoscopic Surgery
15 yr in Laparoscopic Bariatrics
90% Practice is Bariatrics
Min Age of Patient is 15
Max Age of Patient is 70
20 yr Experience
15 yr in Bariatrics
15 yr in Laparoscopic Surgery
15 yr in Laparoscopic Bariatrics
90% Practice is Bariatrics
Min Age of Patient is 15
Max Age of Patient is 70
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During my first Run in 08 Dr. Krahn was very much still in the office meeting with patients. He was always very upfront and honest. He is a bit short, but I am not a sensitive person and all my questions are answered by his very supportive staff. The front office is ALWAYS on top of everything. They did not disappoint.
My second time around was for a revision to RNY from LapBand, Dr Krahn was there for a couple of my first few visits, but for the next few months I was helped by his new doctor Channing Chin. This guy is pretty cool. He knows his stuff ans is as upfront as Dr. Krahn.
The office staff is very much still on top of their game and they are led by a wonderful head nurse named Margaret. Although she is nice, she will take no excuses. If you are not on your game she will let you know.
Surgical and Post-Surgical staff are just as wonderful. I was well attended to during my stay at Parkview Hospital.
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I am one week past surgery. I had surgery on Oct. 11, 2013. Dr. Krahn's office, called Western Bariatrics, has been full on. First there was one meeting where he and his associates are telling a room of us the options, how things work, etc. Then I've had visits at his office and needed an endoscopy. All the pre visits went well. His staff are very nice. The day of surgery Sam, Dr. Krahn's physician's assistant, I met for the first time. Oh, what I nice man. Talked with me. Answered questions. His entire presence was comforting. Surgery has gone well. One week out and I have no problems. And there's a great after surgery support system, which I find valuable. I'll be going to the first group next Wednesday. His office stresses that. The way I found Dr. Krahn is through a long term friend, Sherry, who had her surgery seven months ago. She raved to me that Dr. Krahn is the best. I think so also. Posted on Oct. 18, 2013, 4:07 p.m.
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I am one week past surgery. I had surgery on Oct. 11, 2013. Dr. Krahn's office, called Western Bariatrics, has been full on. First there was one meeting where he and his associates are telling a room of us the options, how things work, etc. Then I've had visits at his office and needed an endoscopy. All the pre visits went well. His staff are very nice. The day of surgery Sam, Dr. Krahn's physician's assistant, I met for the first time. Oh, what I nice man. Talked with me. Answered questions. His entire presence was comforting. Surgery has gone well. One week out and I have no problems. And there's a great after surgery support system, which I find valuable. I'll be going to the first group next Wednesday. His office stresses that.
The way I found Dr. Krahn is through a longterm friend, Sherry, who had her surgery seven months ago. She raved to me that Dr. Krahn is the best. I think so also.
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Very happy with Dr. and staff. He was very concerned that I was doing the right thing and not just doing another surgery to ake money.
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Very Good Sense Of Humor, Success Rate Is Very High, Made Me Feel Like I Was In Good Hands. Staff Is Very Friendly & Caring. I Would Recommend Dr Krahn To Anyone : )
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This is my surgeon but the office I went to is in Riverside, CA @ Parkview Hospital, which is closer to me than San Bernardino, CA.
I met him for the 1st time @ the seminar in San Bernardino, CA. He seemed nice and down to earth. I met with Brian a couple times my husband and I really like him, very nice down to earth guy. I talked to Dr Krahn just b 4 my surgery and afterward. He is a very nice man who knows what he's doing and really cares about his patients. He goes above and beyond. If someting happens after hours he is a phone call away. A diamond in the ruff!!!!
His staff in Riverside, CA is really super nice especially Tamara. Except 1 lady was hopefully having a bad day.
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I met Dr. Krahn after interviewing 3 prior bariatric surgeons. They say 3's a charm. Whoever the "they" are they were right!
I just knew he would be the one......
Because I worked at one of the facilities that he preformed surgery at I saw him on occasion. I was always impressed that he remembered my name.
Dr. Krahn is a confident and it shows. Dr. Krahn is a good listener and always has his hand out to greet you and bid you farewell. I didn't see much of Dr. Krahn directly after surgery and only briefly before surgery but when I did see him his bedside manner and surgical competence stand out. The only part of all my experience that is frustrating has been the wait in office for check ups and fills. I can see that Dr. Krahn takes care of problem patients and emergencies immediately therefore the extra wait time. Thank you Dr. Krahn for being number 3 and my surgeon.
Lori
I chose him and changed ins. to have skills.rnDidn't he still is greatrnCARINGrnN/ArnBusy but goodrnIt is very importantrnYesrnUp front and honestrnNumber one in my bookrnBoth are great, although he was out of town after my surgery and his P.A. was very attenative to my needs.
Well i havent actually met with him yet for the initial consultation, but i went to the information seminar, he seemed like a great surgeon, he answered the questions directly and i am looking forward to meeting him at my consultation. Once I have actually met with him, i will update this.