Paul J. Guske Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS

I thought Dr. Guske was very good. He sat down and took all the time you wanted to answer your questions. He went over the risks, but also encouraged me that I was doing the right thing. He showed me where all of the incisions would be. He was very compassionate as I am very squeemish about pain and medical procedures.

When I met Dr. Guske for my initial consultation, it was the first time in my life I didn't feel guilty about being fat. He was very matter of fact about the situation and I wasn't there for him to tell me I need to lose weight. We were beyond that so it was comfortable to just discuss the operation and pre/post care, etc. He was a little late but very apologetic. He was absolutely wonderful at the hospital and checked on me everyday. I had a complication and was there longer than most people and it nice to know that he really cared about me. I would recommend him and his staff to anyone thinking about having gastric bypass surgery. I think both surgical competence and bedside manner are very important traits for your physician to have although if I had to chose one over the other, naturally it would be surgical competence. The staff at Alexian Brothers Medical Hospital was also wonderful. I am 100% satisfied and happy with my surgery and surgeon.

My first impression was very good! he is not only knowledgeable but very pleasant to look at! He sat down and talked to me and my husband and didnt make us feel rushed or dumb. I appreciated the time he spent with us. I feel very comfortable that he will bring me through this surgery with as minimal problems as possible.

I thought the office was nice and the staff was pretty good. They had suggested that I call before I come in so in case he was called away on an emergency. This was great advice even though I didnt wait long I saw patients of Dr Kanes who had already been waiting 2 hours as he was detained. I really appreciated this advice as I live a half hour away as it is.

I have not had surgery yet but will update this after I do. My girlfriend had the surgery on 4/30/03 and Dr Guske was also her surgeon and she liked him alot so I feel even safer.

Dr. Guske is a really nice man he explained everything to me and made me feel safe in his hands so to speak! He really talks to you in english with out all the fancy med terms so you understand. Bedside maner is wonderful!
His office staff is great also . I had some trouble with my wicking and had to call each day with questions and they called me back promtly and told me to call as much as needed.
My only complaint is when you go for your appointment dont plan on getting out very fast . I think I will do what my best friend sugested call first maybe they can tell me to come in half hour later or something. But as far as Doctors go I will say hes worth the wait!
Overall rating A+

I saw Dr. Guske 4/17/03. I was very impressed. He answered all my questions and made me feel good about the procedure. I had some doubts going into the office but came out ready to have the surgery.

I am very impressed with Dr. Guske and Suburban Surgical Specialist, the group he is with. Dr. Guske is not only extremely competent, but has a wonderful demeanor and great bedside manner. He explained surgery in detail and answered any questions I had. I had done a lot of research prior to meeting him. My first visit with him was relaxed and informative. His staff is equally as wonderful.

This group works with Weight For Life and takes every precaution in regards to this surgery.

The founder of the group, Dr. Kane Sr. came highly recommended by my primary care physician. When I found out that Dr. Guske would be doing my surgery and not Dr. Kane, at first I was disappointed. After thinking about it, I trusted that Dr. Kane would only hire 'qualified' associates. After meeting Dr. Guske and seeing him since my surgery I am confident that he was the right one to do my surgery.

I did have a slight challenge prior to surgery with follow through from his office staff. I would leave a message and no one would get back to me. I did express my concern to Dr. Guske. He apologized, said he would address it and also explained that they were training 4 new employees. I have since had NO PROBLEMS.

I would highly recommend any of the Suburban Surgical Specialists for this surgery.

Dr. Paul Guske is a wonderful doctor. When I first visited his office, I had to wait 2 hours to see him. I was pretty upset, but he explained the situation & I calmed down pretty quickly. He was very willing to spend time answering my questions, and just because he was running late didn't try to rush me out of there. He seems able to read people & talks to you at your level - not too condescending or too infantile.

I had some serious complications with my surgery & Dr. Guske's bedside manner made ALL the difference! He is so gentle, caring, patient, and calm. He has the best bedside manner I have ever seen. I believe he is a very good surgeon too, but don't feel as able to judge that since I did have a strange complication. I would trust him to operate on me again.

I must say that in spite of how much I enjoy Dr. Guske, his office staff can be extremely difficult to work with. They don't take what you say seriously (probably because they've heard it all before). They try to do as little as possible for you - like making you call for hospital appointments that the Dr. told them to call on. I have called a few times during the day for serious assistance with wound infections and pain and my messages were not even passed on to the Dr. In the past I have stopped seeing good Dr.s because the office staff is so rude and incompetent. This hasn't happened with Dr. Guske's staff, but if this wasn't such a critical health issue I may have tried someone else. NOT ALL his staff is difficult, there are just some that are sick of dealing with the patients and it shows.

I would give Dr. Guske himself the highest rating possible. Every other patient I've spoken to that has had him has nothing but good things to say.

My husband I went to meet with him. He was very honest, and was able to answer any questions that we had. I took his time, and made sure that I knew exactly was in store for me. He has a great personality, and makes you feel as if you are the most important person that he is seeing that day...even though he has so many more. I liked that. The office was friendly, and was effiecient.

When I first met Dr. Guske I knew he was the one. He made me feel really comfortable with my decision and in his ability to preform this surgery. He is a very knowlegable surgeon and a down to earth doctor.

I have also emailed other post-ops who have had Dr.Guske and the comments are all positive one's. I know that I will be in the best of hands.

I am very confidnent that I made the right choice in surgeons......first impressions are everything.

If you want a surgeon who knows what he is doing......and one who you can feel very comfortable with....go to:
Suburban Surgical Care Specialists
1614 West Central Road
Suite 105
Arlington Heights, IL.6005
847-255-9697

Dr. Guske is took the time to really sit down and make sure that we were aware of all the issues. He really understood what an obese patient feels like, a lot of doctors only treat you and don't really want to know you. I would recommend him to anyone. He is partnered with some great co-workers so I feel like I am in great hands.