Scott Stevens Bariatric Surgeon M.D., F.A.C.S.

I heard so much about the LivLite program in Junction City that it is part of what made me sure I wanted this surgery. That feeling was amplified when I went for my consultation and met Patty, Pam and Jennifer the dietician. They all really seemed to care about me and my experience. They took the time to explain everything in detail for me. Then I met with Dr. Stevens who again went over all risks, procedures, etc. to make sure I knew what I was getting into. And finally I met the nurse Carla who reiterrated everything again. They don't want to scare you but they really want you to know that they will do the best for you but there are some risks. Knowing that this program is tops in it's field makes me feel good. I haven't met Dr. Bollman yet but I've heard nothing but good about his bedside manner. Everyone seems to care so much for you. The seating was comfortable and roomy enough and I gotta tell you we think we have it bad cause we have to deal with insurance, well Pam and Patty work for us everyday trying to get insurance approval and they have to have very thick skins. Those ladies work their butts off and my sister and I are extremely grateful to them for that!

I went in to the Liv Lite center in Junction City to visit with Pam and Jennifer (Nutritionist). I was relieved to see that EVERYONE in the office was so nice and helpful and I felt so welcome there that I couldn't believe how great everyone was. Also how concerned they were with my needs. Then I was introduced to Karla (Dr. Stevens nurse) She was fantastic and took care of all the paperwork and told me pretty much everything that would happen to me after surgery and to expect that it would not be the greatest feeling right after surgery and all the tubes that I would have with me for the days following surgery. They had me have a Psych evaluation and have all my medical history sent to them before I met with Dr. Stevens so that when I went in I would leave with a surgery date. I felt that I got in to see them very quickly. I had made an appointment with a surgeon in my area and had to wait 3 months to see him, not only that I would have to wait at least a month from the time we visited to go have all the evaluations done before I could even get a surgery date. So I was pleased with how fast Dr. Stevens office was able to get me in. Dr. Stevens office is very concerned with aftercare and require post-op evaluations at 2 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, 1 yr, and yearly after that. If you are unable to come back to them they ask that you find a Dr. that will send them updates because they are very concerned about the patient and want to be able to be the first to know of any problems. They offer a support group and recommend that you attend. I live over 2 hours from the hospital so it is hard for me to make it to the mettings. I felt that all the risks were covered in my meeting at the office and the packet of information they sent me allowed me to contact people who had the surgery with the Dr. as well. I felt confident that I would be in good hands with Dr. Stevens. They have done over 200 gastric bypass surgerys and all have been successful. Hopefully I will be anothe success story.

Super nice - young.
It did not change - he was great.
Fabulous office staff (one nurse in the hospital I did not particularly care for, but she was efficient).
He was skinny :)
He is great, sensitive to your needs and very understanding.
Strongly.
Yes.
Very openly and in detail.
A superb doctor, he knows what he is doing.
Both were great.

I have not yet met with Dr. Stevens but have an appointment for 2/4/03. I can't wait to meet him!

Dr. Stevens is a very knowledgeable and skilled surgeon. He is very upfront about the possible complications from this surgery. His office nurse Carla is wonderful, so kind and caring.

I was very impressed with Dr. Stevens as well as the rest of the staff. Everyone was very friendly and informative. My husband went with me and he was equally impressed. They left me feeling very well informed and did not leave anything uncovered.

Have only met him once. He seemed very nice and his staff was all very friendly and made me feel like I was very special. I will let you know more after my surgery.

Dr. Stevens is wonderful. Nice bedside manner. Very informative. I would give him and Dr. Bollman a 10.

5/14/02..I met Dr. Stevens @ the Support Group meeting in Junction City. I was very impressed with the manner in which he answered questions @ the meeting. I could tell from the interaction between him & his post-op patients that he is a really caring surgeon! Pam with the Liv Lite program has been very helpful and it was great to meet her, Patty & other members of the "team" at the meeting as well! <p>

6/20/02..I had my consultation with Dr. Stevens today. I must say he leaves no stones unturned and makes sure you understand all about the surgery & the after-care which he stresses. I wouldn't want it any other way! I feel very confident about his skills & am completely at peace with this surgery. I'm in three pairs of good hands (God will be there with Drs. Stevens & Bollman...*G*) I know it says not to, but I rate them ALL a "10" as I can't think of one thing negative to say!

Dr.Stevens was very easygoing and made me feel comfortable.He never made me feel as if he was judging me because of my size.Was very informative answered all my questions without trying to hide anything. He lets you know up front of the risks,but reassures you that he and his partner Dr.Bollman take all the necessary precautions.Matter of fact, he and Dr.Bollman perform all the procedures together.
His staff are super and are their for you all the way.
Dr.'s Stevens and Bollman take extra precautions by sending you home on 10 days of blood thinners to prevent any blod clots.Most surgeons only use them in the hospital.
I rate these doctors on a scale of 1 to 10 a '15'
As of now I am still pre-op so I will update this after surgery.