George Woodman Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS

I recently went to a seminar and had my first appointment. Dr Woodman did a great job explaining the options and he was very honest about the expectations and surgical options. He said that he wasn't there to convince us to make a choice but to just give us information and for us to choose. I definitely decided to make an appointment and go through with the process. My husband and I both feel very comfortable speaking with Dr Woodman and his office staff. We are now waiting on insurance approval and hopefully a Lap Band soon.

My husband and I are both going through the workup for having Lap Band surgery with Dr Woodman. We attended a seminar last week and already had our evaluation in Dr Woodman's office! He is so experienced and seems so concerned with our well-being that we were instantly comfortable going through the process with him. He definitely just 'tells it like it is' and we really appreciate it. We are going through our insurance company and his office spelled out exactly what we need to do to get approved. We can't wait for the letter to come in the mail. Good luck to everyone!

Just attended a seminar last night and have an appointment next week. Dr Woodman did the presentation and there were 100 people there. I was really impressed with his experience and the 100's of before and after photos of his band patients. He said that most patients call his office requesting a Lap Band or Gastric sleeve procedure. I don't know much about the sleeve but it sounds like a possibility. I will look into it. Will keep you informed...

Well, I am now one year out from surgery! Had a Lap Band from Dr Woodman in Memphis. Have lost 65% of my excess weight and feel great. At first I didn't want to admit to myself the mistakes I was making but with the help of Dr Woodman and his staff I was able to recognize my bad habits (there were a lot!). Now I exercise several times a week and follow a specific diet plan. It's amazing when I look back on how badly I used to eat. I could not have done this without the help of Dr Woodman, his office staff, and the Lap Band! Looking forward to losing more weight and having a tummy tuck in the next year.

Wow. I am so happy to have had surgery at a Center of Excellence that really cares. Every visit they make me feel at home and that every question is OK to ask. They never rush me and are always eager to help me out. Last visit they prepared a menu plan just for me. Thank you Dr Woodman and staff. Steve.

I first met Dr. Woodman at his seminar. My first impression of him was that he was VERY direct, and I found it refreshing. I researched him, and he is a great surgeon! I had my surgery mid May and I had no complications. I have since then become less pleased with him and his practice. I had to pay a $500.00 fee for support care which I had no problem paying. I have to say though that there is little to no \"after care\". It is impossible to get a \"real Nurse\" on the phone. All of my questions and concerns have been handled by the lady who answers the phone. When I met with Dr. Woodman for my first fill, and talked to him about my concerns, he was VERY aggressive and insulting. When I questioned the advise that I had recieved from the staff, He all but said that I was lying about their advise. Also, He claims to be affiliated with a pychologist and a nutritionist, and that I could avail myself of their services anytime. He did, however, discourage going to the support groups as it was \"filled with unsuccessful patients\". AND He did not recommend the use of the nutritionist that comes in from time to time, but that I should meet with one of his nurses to have a meal plan formed. She isn't a nutritionist...just someone who has figured out how to draw up menus and likes doing it. I am wondering what my $500. is paying for. He is a great surgeon, but his practice is not everything it says it is. He is covered by my insurance, I am however making a change to a different doctor that will not be covered. I am not wealthy, so that should say a lot!

He is awesome and straight forward but honest and I need that.

THE FIRST IMPRESSION OF DR. WOODMAN, HE IS VERY PROFESSIONAL AND PROVIDE A LOT OF KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE PROCEDURE. THE OFFICE STAFF ARE NICE BUT I WAS TOLD TO CALL ANYTIME I HAVE ANY QUESTIONS AND IT'S DIFFICULT TO TALK WITH THE NURSE. I HAD TO CALL THEM SEVERAL TIMES TO GET THEM TO SENT MY PAPERWORK OFF TO THE INSURANCE COMPANY FOR APPROVAL THEREFORE THIS DELAYED MY PROCESS. I THINK DR. WOODMAN IS A GREAT DOCTOR SO FAR BUT I HAVE NOT HAD MY PROCEDURE PROFORMED YET, STILL WAITING! HIS OFFICE STAFF COULD BE A BIT MORE PROFESSIONAL.

I culd not recommend Dr. Woodman. He is a brilliant surgeon but his delivery to his patients are very bad. he can be cruel, blunt and not very forgiving.rnrnI now live in Lebanon, TN and I am under the care of Dr. David Dwyer and I would recommend him to anyone. His procedure for fills is absolutely perfect. If I had had this type of fill when I first started, I feel sure I would now have lots more weight off.

I had my sugery with Dr. Woodman, April 25, 2007. My first impressions of him was that he was serious about me losing weight and me knowing why I had gained the weight in the first place. Which was eating too many calories and not exercising. He let me know that the band is a tool, but most of the work would come from me and my new lifestyle, I would have to embrace in order to succeed.rn He and his staff have taken great care of me. They have a good after care program and support groups that meet every month.rnHe encourages you to attend all the meetings. rn Overall he is a great surgeon. His bedside manner around me it good. I reccommend him often.rn I owe a lot to Dr. Woodman and his staff for all the great care. Thank you very much for helping me start my new life. rn