Keith B. Boone Bariatric Surgeon M.D., FASMBS
Has been very nice and professional with both DH & I. 3 RNs in my family recommended him as the number 1 pick - The hospital staff also seemed to have a lot of respect for him. Don't expect a lot of conversation, but if you read the info that his and Dr. Higa's office provides they answer ALL questions with info. specific to their practice & procedures. VERY impressed with the office - apparently they have improved A LOT over the years because they have been prompt at returning our calls & providing information. 4 days after surgery & I feel only slightly bruised. Never any sharp or worrisome pain. When my DH goes in for surgery (3wks after mine) I am going to make sure we are clear on Dr. Boone's instructions to the hospital nursing staff so he does not have the same issues I did with catheter. Otherwise I had no issues and fully recommend Dr. Boone as a wonderful surgeon. I already have my follow up appts scheduled and with their focus on quality of life I will follow their instructions to the letter.
I had many friends who already went to Dr. Boone. So I already was educated on what a great Doctor he is, but was not prepared for what a great man he is too. He truley is a caring doctor. Very humanized. He makes sure you understand fully, the operation that you are requesting. He never talks down to you, or above your head. My first impression was very positive. Not only is he a very handsome doctor, but he is very confident. Confidence is something you want in a doctor/surgeon. His office staff was very friendly and very efficient. I also love the fact that they \"Leave no Stone Unturned.\" There is no surprises. They surgery and Aftercare is fully mapped out for you. Truley No Surprises. I was so prepared and that made my experience so great. I had a security net with him and his staff. I would rate Dr. Boone and his staff, with the highest, on whatever scale . For both his Surgical competence and bedside manner, he is great all the way around. I moved out of state and they found me a doctor to see. The doctors in West Virginia know all about Dr. Boone and Higa. They hold high regards to them also. I continue aftercare, and still reference my notes and book from Dr. Boone, and my consultations.
I liked Dr. Boone the first time I met him - he was nice, but very up front about my weight and the pros AND cons of surgery. I've only met with him twice, and he's been honest with me throughout the process. The office staff has always been courteous, but I'm sure they got tired of me always calling to check on my insurance status!
Dr. Boone was very professional with a great bedside manner. He was very easy to work with and answered all my questions. If I asked the same questions over again, he answered them again in a reassuring way. He was very straightforward about everything. Although I wanted to leave the hospital early, he kept me until the afternoon. He was not willing to release me early just because I wanted to leave. My health was his concern. One area of improvement, after care. Meeting with the doctor, getting a couple of handouts, getting weighed and I was out the door. I am not sure what I was expecting but thought after leaving, is this all?Overall, I would recommend Dr. Boone to anyone who has made the decision to have gastric bypass surgery.
From the first time I met Dr. Boone I loved his sense of humor. He is also a very kind and compassionate person. Its not like I hang out with him and play golf, but I like this guy. Also he does not pull punches, he will tell you like it is. I have only been to his office once so far and for the most part the staff has been very pleasant. Christine in the office did a great job working with me to get my approval. I'm sure she loved all my phone calls to. In my opinion you will not find a better surgeon in the central valley of fresburg than Dr. Boone or Dr. Higa. These two are a dynamic duo.rn
Dr keith Boone is very nice and explained everything very well to me. And he me gave information to read and a test before surgery to see if I new the risk of the surgery. the staff is very nice.I rate him a 100 0/0 great bed side manner. I had alots of scar tissue from a privious surgery and he took the time to do my surgery with out opening. I love him for that I recovered faster.rn