Hurley Medical Center Hospital

The whole experience was good. However, most of the nursing staff didn't seem to know much at all about this type of surgery and what kind of care was needed. I would say that out of about 10 nurses that I had during my 4 day stay, only about 3-4 of them knew what they were doing. I even had a nurse that had to give me a suppository and had trouble ( and I mean TROUBLE) finding my rectum. This was quite the experience.

Dr. Farhan is a good guy! My first impression was a quite man that carries a big stick. His office staff was pretty good.

8/18/03 - I called the 800 number this afternoon and talked to the Hurley office in Ann Arbor. Because my insurance approved it, she has added me to the waiting list for surgery scheduling. They are booked through September already. So it may be October or Novemeber before I can get a date.



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7/27/03 - Met with Dr. Farhan one on one and in a group setting on 7/16/03. I had read the impressions of previous patients prior to my visit, therefore, I knew what to expect (thank you, everyone!).
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He seems very competent, experienced, and knowledgable. Also, very serious, no goofing around. Overall, I have the upmost confidence in him and the clinic. They indicated the risks, even the most remote possibilities. Everyone was helpful, friendly, and down to earth. I did not feel that any of my concerns or questions were unanswered.
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The initial consult consists of a one on one review of your medical history with the doctor, then you meet with the nutritionist, then the bariatric counselor (someone who has had the surgery). They all seem very knowledgable and receptive to all my questions...I had many! I wrote them down in advance, and I recommend everyone do this.
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They have manditory training classes, seminars for wound care for pre-ops. They have numerous locations for support groups. The counselor advised that everyone start attending the support groups before surgery.
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Thanks to this site, I knew what was required before the consultation and had already had my psych eval, med records transfered and fax number for insurance approval on file. Now I am just waiting for insurance approval and they are pretty quick. I am hoping for a November surgery date.
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I have my first consultation with Dr. Farhan at Hurley's Center for Comprehensive Weight Loss tomorrow (7/16/03).
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NOTE: Throught this whole process, the Ann Arbor office staff (800 number) has been very friendly, helpful, and informative when I phone them.

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The staff was absolutely wonderful!! Not only did they do their jobs so well, but went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable and recieved anything I requested.

Dr. Farhan seemed like a very knowledgeable surgeon. Was very soft-spoken, yet very direct and to the point. Only have met with him once. His staff is wonderful! His consultation was mostly about the procedure, his staff took care of all the aftercare programs. He explained all the risks involved. Allowed plenty of time for any questions I had, and took time to answer them. He never seemed to be in a hurry. I felt very comfortable with him. Even enough so that we joked a little with each other. Haven't had surgery yet, but feel confident with his abilitites. So far I would give him a good rating overall.

Great!! The only complaint I had was that I was on the burn unit floor and my children could not come and visit me. They are 12, 10 and 5. This was against the floor policy. I was upset at first but then I understood and just saw my kids when I was released.

My stay here was as good as it can be after major surgery.The nurses are excellent and my care was great.

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The staff on the Burn center floor we're all excellent and caring. But I felt uncared for during my stay on the 9th floor. I was transferred about 6 times during my stay- Not good for visitors and those phoning you.