Eastern Maine Medical Center Hospital

My first impression of Dr. Today was that she was a no-nonsense kind of doctor. She wasn't about to tell me what I wanted to hear and that's really a good thing. I went to her wanted LapBand Surgery, but she felt that I weighed too much and didn't have the will power to be successful with the surgery. She did say that if I was to lose some more weight and prove her wrong, she would consider it. I liked that she was honest with me and wasn't about to compromise her concerns just to make a buck as I was fully paid by my insurance company. Instead, she told me what she thought was a good fit for me which was Lap Gastric Bypass Surgery. I did my research and decided to go with her recommendation and I couldn't be happier with the results! I would rate her as a 10 as I've found excellent communication and after care with her and her program as well as a wonderful surgery experience!

The staff on the unit were very caring and compassionate.

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I liked Dr. Toder from the minute I met her. She is a very confident, straight forward person. Listening to her speak, I knew she was very well informed, and took what she did seriously. The whole Bariatric Program at EMMC is fabulous. Each department is knowledgable, professional and respectful of the patients. They are a very 'well oiled machine'. I felt confident in my care. rnDr. Toder is very serious about what she does, and expects the same from her patients. She expects that you will do as you are told, and follow all instructions appropriatly. I feel she holds the patient very responsible for their success - as it should be. rnOne wonderful thing to note in addition is, I have a history of severe reaction to anesthesia and was very concerned with nausea and vomiting post-op. Not only did she actually address this, she provided me with some alternative treatments (Sea Band wrist bands and a patch for behind the ear) in addition to the medication. I can't say how much this mattered to me. It is huge - and it worked! I didn't get sick. I am so grateful to Dr. Toder for respecting her patients and her gift as a surgeon. I would highly refer to her anyone - even if you have to travel to Bangor, Maine. She is worth it.

The staff was wonderful. They were caring, supportive, nice, and funny.

Dr. Toder is a wonderful surgeon. She is very upfront and is willing to work with you. She is great at what she does and I would recommend her to anyone I knew considering surgery.

The staff at the hospital was great

Loved how compassionate the nurses and techs were and I would totally recommend this hospital.

My experience, for a man 60 yrs old , whohad never been hospitalized was great. Excellent nursing staff.I never wanted for a thing.

I like Dr. Toder. She is down to earth and honest. My impression from day 1 has not changed. I have been very happy under her care and hope she sticks around for a long time to come. Also she offers the least expensive fills of any surgeon I know.