The George Washington University Hospital

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Rating: 3.97872340426 out of 5 with 95 ratings

The George Washington University Hospital Hospital

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Maria L for The George Washington University Hospital

Even though there was supposed to be a Bariatric unit, the staff/nurses never offered me a drop of water, or help in any way.
For meals I was fed full-sugar items -- even after requesting diet items.
I was also told to take a shower when I shouldn't have been allowed. Luckily, the surgeon's PA put a stop to it.
VERY POOR nurse and nutrition.

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cathya for The George Washington University Hospital

After surgery I got an infection and had to go to the ER 2x. I was in awful pain and they tried togive me pills. No understanding of WLS issues.

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John B. for The George Washington University Hospital

Excellent Intensive Care and Post Op care. Very responsive. Poor care on the floor. Understaffed and way undermotivated. Two dedicated aids made the short stay bearable but I couldn't wait to get out. Note to CPAP users: Their machine didn't have a humuidifier. At high pressure settings, this is extremely uncomfortable!

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Staff in recovery and ICU were absolutely outstanding; however, I believe they do not have sufficient staff on the floor to be responsive to patients needs. Fortunately, I did not have to stay very long. Note: If you use c-pap/bi-pap, BRING YOUR OWN! The hospital machine is clunky, the mask is uncomfortable, and it does not have a humidifier. At high pressure settings, dry air will cause exteme discomfort and poor sleep.

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Chantel R. for The George Washington University Hospital

Night staff was excellent; day staff was extremely unresponsive and insensitive.

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Sally C. for The George Washington University Hospital

It was just Okay. For me the WLS was a major life change issue. It was just a job for them, kind of like being a cashier at the market, "just push me through". They acted inconvenienced whenever asked to do anything. I hated to interrupt lunch, then I really got it!

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The pre-op stuff went great, everyone was very helpful and informative. The pre-op (the morning of surgery) was terrif as well. The post-op and recovery staff were great and kept my family informed.

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Tiffany R. for The George Washington University Hospital

I did feel comfortable in the hospital, had a private room, private bath (very important!), tv, laptop (with internet access and DVD's). The nurses were polite, and responded quickly to any questions or concerns that I had. There was an issue where my fiance who was with me couldn't get home that day, and the assisting nurses agreed that he could stay in my room that night, past visiting hours. This was very courteous, and I appreciated their kindness.

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mysticgirl32 for The George Washington University Hospital

Everyone was very nice. I only did not get what I asked for two time. One time I asked for some pain med and it was for ever before I got it and I asked for an extra binder to take home and they never gave me one.Other than that I really enjoyed my stay everyone was great and came to check on me several times a day.

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Alicia G. for The George Washington University Hospital

My surgeon and her team were phenominal... the nursing staff was what ruined it for me.

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Patricia P. for The George Washington University Hospital

Everyone was really helpful, and kind, i only have good things to say about the help there. Even though it was far from my home, and it was hard for my family to get there. I was treated like family

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How well equipped was the hospital to handle overweight patients?
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How responsive do you feel the staff was in helping you with your general needs during your stay?
How sensitive was the staff to the needs of overweight patients?
How would you rate the parking accomodations?
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Carol H. for The George Washington University Hospital

I would try to find another hospital first.

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