Methodist Hospital Arcadia Hospital

A+

Well, after visiting Dr Clayton and setting a surgery date, I was informed by insurance that I needed to see another doctor. Apparently, Dr. Clayton is not covered on my insurance, so I have to start the whole proceedure over again with a different doctor. I am very frustrated, but more determined than ever!
I am scheduled to meet with Dr. LaMar on April, 8. I hope all goes well!

Dr. LaMar was open and honest about the benefits of the surgery, the amount of weight I can realistically expect to lose, and the possible complications. I'm not the type of person who needs a sugary bedside manner, surgical competence and honest, straight forward information is what's most important. The office staff was pleasant and I really appreiated not being kept waiting. The aftercare program appears to be very structured and easy to follow. I guess I'll see just how easy (or difficult) after surgery.

My first impression was physical- he is very tall, soft spoken, very young. As a nurse, I had the gut feeling that he would never throw an instrument in the OR (important for me).

Dr. LaMar was very throrough in explaining the risks/benefits of surgery; he answered my many questions ... didn't even flinch when I pulled out my list of questions & was very nice when I disclosed a history of vicodin addition & had concerns about post-op pain control. We were able to come to an agreement about pain control .... again, very important for me.

My initial impression of niceness remained.

I managed to squeeze my initial appointment in (I had only a 2 wk wait before seeing him), so I hadn't attended the seminar. The office staff set clear boundries that certain things were expected before I could have my surgery scheduled, even if my insurance approved. They let me schedule my own pre-op tests, which gave me a feeling of control. But again, I have the clear understanding that all items on the list must be completed.

He does have a support group w/ lots of people in all stages from those just exploring the possibility to those 3+ yrs out.

I would vote him as excellent.

Prior to seeing him, I called several people I know who work w/ him in the OR & he is somebody that they would themselves go to or send a family member to ... very high praise in my book.

So..... surgical competence & bedside manner are both great.

My only comment was that the nurse assigned did not know exactly what my nutrional requirments were after surgery, I received ice water and whole juice. I suggested better nutritional education for the nurses invovled with RNY patients.

My first impression was that he was warm and kind. He made me feel like he knew what I was going through. His office staff are the best. I know them personally and that is why I chose to have him do my surgery. Nicole will answer any questions you have. She knows how you feel, she had the surgery herself in march/99.
They have a specific aftercare program to follow and are always ready to help. On a scale of 1~10...definatly a 15.

Dr. Lamar was so warm and caring. He took the time to make me feel safe, and comfortable. He spent time looking at my ankles, and other problem areas. The staff was wonderful. I was nerous and they did everything they could to calm me down. At first I was a little afarid of the good doctor. He looks intimidating, but he is not! I was given two books about after care, and diet and the surgery itself. Overall I rate him a 8 1/2, I will write more later!

i first saw Dr. Pehrsson at the huntington memorial hospital for a seminar.He was very informitive and knowledgable. They had some people there who he had performed his services for and they were walking proof for me.After about a month I was scheduled for a consultation. Since his office is over an hour away I was very early to the appt. The staff was very nice and I felt comfortable evn though I was nervous. The dr. saw me at my scheduled time and he was very nice he explained things to me and asked about my family and told me the risks. I didnt have alot of questions because i had researched the surgery, but I did have questions for his nurse, Nicole. I saw her after the Dr. and asked her some pretty personal questions because she too had, had the surgey in 1999 (I think she said)by Dr. Pehrsson.And because she was in my age group and had just had a baby I had lots of questions for her. She took her time with me, didnt rush me and I believe she answered my questions as honestly as possible. overall I would give Dr. Pehrsson and his staff a 10!

My first impression is that he is so tall!!! but kinda quiet, so I walked up to him and introduced myself. He answered my questions, professional, thoroughly and with respect and yes, compassion.

I would recommend him highly to anyone interested in laparoscopic surgery. Since i am only one week post-op I haven't much experience with his empasize with aftercare. But the staff is very supportive.

His group has a structured support group that I will go to when I can drive out of town. Since no one in town provided the surgery laparascopically, I had to go to Pasadena which is about 40 miles away...to far for a regular support group.

My first impression was that he really wanted to help. I am still very impressed with him and his staff. One of his staff has actually had the surgery and just had a baby. By the way, she looks great. He is very honest. He tells you all the risks, but you aren't scared out of your mind. He is very upfront about everything. He is superbly qualified and has a wonderful bedside manner. This was my experience, and my opinion only. You will ultimately have to make up your own mind. Like they say he may not be your cup of tea.