Paul J. Guske Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS

My surgeon was Dr. Paul Guske at New Self Bariatric. He was and is wonderful. From the first meeting we had, I felt that he truely cared about what he was doing. He put me at ease and answered all my questions and soothed all my worries. Dr. Guske told me all about the risks and that they were always there, but they do their best to preempt any problems by the rigorus routine you go through before surgery. I was always nervous that something would stop me from having the surgery and I didn't really relax until we had the date and we were set to go. The day of surgery I was a little nervous, but he came in before surgery and my fears stopped.

The staff at New Self is highly competent and take the time to help in any way that they can. They always seem to be in a cheerful mood and that helps. The aftercare that was provided was quite complete and they kept an eye like a hawk on you.

The worst part for me was the testing two days after surgery. You again have to swallow some gunk and they film it. But, I got one mouthful down and couldn't get anymore down. Well, they got me in the waiting area and Dr. Guske found me there. I told him what happened and he went to personally to see if the doctor who did the test got enough to answer his questions and he did. What a relief! The other releaf was when I got the drainage tube out. It was a really wierd feeling as it came out. I couldn't believe how long it was!

If I ever have to have surgery again, I hope I either have to have it done by Dr. Guske who is sweet and warm and really cares. Or if that isn't possible, I want his twin in some other specialty. He is absolutely the best.

Dr. Guske has a very good bed side manner. I actually researched several surgeons in the area, but he came recommended from a friend. I ended up going to him for my consult (one hour away), and am very glad I did. He is very knowledgable and up front about the process and statistics. He has also been very caring since the surgery. It has overall been a very pleasent experience.

Dr Guske made a very good first impression, he made me feel very at ease immedately. After sitting with him for a half hour, I still liked him. He knows obese people and what they are going through and thinking. The staff was very careing and helpful. All points of pre surgery, sugery, post surgery and aftercare were discussed in full at the seminar help by Dr Guske himself. Overall, pre-surgery, Guske is a 9 (so far) in my book.

My first impression of Dr.Guske was very positive, he was very friendly and was very considerate towards my feelings of uncertainty. He spent a lot of time answering questions and never made me feel rushed. I could not have asked for a better doctor he truly is incredible! His staff is very nice and willing to help out in any way they can.

Dr. Guske is a wonderful warm, caring person. My impression remains the same today. His staff is knowledable, pleasant and has great follow through. I have no complaints about Dr. Guske or his staff. They are amazing. Future patients should know that they may have to wait for their initial consult with the doctor because he gives his patients all the time they need to ask questions. He is thorough and patient. He stresses aftercare as being the most important aspect of success for a lapband patient. His aftercare is not very structured, but that is what I like. If you need assistance, just ask. They have folks to help with all issues. He did address the possible risks of surgery.My rating of Dr. Paul Guske is AAA++ For my situation, both his surgical compentence and his bedside manner were and continue to be superb! I highly recommend him.

I knew right away I had come to the right place. He has an excellent bedside manner. He always takes his time with his patients and explains things. You can tell he really care about what he does. His staff is great. In my opinion you couldn't go wrong with any of the surgeons there.

Dr. Guske is very friendly and approachable. He offers information freely, and enthusiatically yet with all seriousness discusses the procedure, the risks and the expectations. My sister is a surgical nurse who has worked with Guske and the Kanes (Weight for Life Surgical Group), and she recommended this group. I feel I will be in very good hands.

September 28, 2004. Almost two years post-op. Dr. Guske is still a most wonderful surgeon. Both as a surgeon and as a decent human being. He did a great job on my surgery. No complications whatever. I credit Dr. Guske with turning my life around. I would highly recommend him. Thank you Dr. Guske!

Dr. Guske is a kind and patient man. I liked him from the minute I met him. He takes his time answering every question you may have and he doesn't rush you out of the office like some Dr's do. I let him know that my experience in the hospital was not up to the standards that I was expecting. He was a very good listener and he really seemed genuinely concerned, and also willing to take the steps to make things better for his future patients care. I know he did an amazing surgery on me, because of the way I have recovered. He had to remove my gall bladder during my RNY and I can honestly say I have no idea where he took it out. My scarring is so minimal and I am only one month post op. In a year, you will never know I even had surgery at all. I appreciate the skill and care that Dr. Guske has shown me and I would call on him again if I were to need any kind of surgery again. My referral of Dr. Paul Guske is A +.

Judy H. Portman

Dr Guske was very kind. I was very comfortable with him.

His office staff was very helpful.
My Insurance company was contacted and my surgery was approved within one month. No problems.

The part I liked least...was the hospital. I was stuck in revcovery FOREVER!

Aftercare is good, I did not have any complications...

Dr. Guske was great

I met with Dr. Guske on June 21, 2004. I did have my consultation re-scheduled 3 times so that was rather frustrating. But it all worked for the best anyway.

He was very nice and down to earth. He made me very comfortable with the procedure. He talked a bit about all aspects of the procedure and just strengthened my decision to have this surgery. He did not try to over-sell this and made sure I knew the risks.

Also, that I need to take advantage of this tool and to not think that this is a magic pill that will do all the work. I am grateful to have him as my surgeon.