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November 1,2001 I haven't met Dr. Needleman yet, but I hope to very soon now!
2/19/02 Today was my appointment with Dr. Needleman. I was very impressed that he took his time with me and was very thorough in explaining the surgery to me. I had 2 pages of questions to ask him, but he had already answered most of them by the time he asked me if I had any questions. He was very self-confident about his abilities. That makes me feel safe that I chose him to be my surgeon. He is director of the Bariatric Surgical program at OSU Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. He is going to try his best to perform lap RNY-distal surgery on me, but was very careful to tell me that if he encountered any difficulties, that he would convert to open. He said that he wants to do a good job for me and that my safety is of the utmost importance to him. He has a structured aftercare program and also group support meetings. I really like him and feel that I chose the right man for the job!
he is one of the sweetest dr's i've ever met. very caring and he answered every question that i had. he is good in after care too. my checkups are good and he wants to know about everything , i really reckamend him for this surgery
I would recommend OSU to anyone the doctors and nurses did everything they could to make me feel comfrotable
I would not go there for any other proceedures. My surgeon was EXCELLENT, but the hospital is understaffed on nursing. Had I not had family there, my bedding would have never been changed, nor would I have ever been bathed. They tend to rely on your family or friends to take over these jobs.
I expect to have a surgeon assigned through the OSU Comprehensive Weight Loss Program, but Appt. 3 of 4 has yet to take place. Dietitian Nancy Weese has been very supportive and full of good ideas about what to expect post-op.
I have a first appointment scheduled with Dr. Needleman on 8/15. [7/22/01]
Still waiting to see Dr. Needleman. [7/27/01]
Met Dr. N for the 1st time. Was very impressed. He is knowledgeable, compassionate, understanding, patient, and funny. He comes from my original hometown! The office staff is a little harried because Dr. N is VERY busy (he also does general surgery, not just bariatric), but they all seem to be empathetic and courteous. [8/15/01]
Went to 1st Dr. N Support Group meeting on 9/5. So many of us trusting in him and his staff! First impression seems to be proving true -
Dr Needleman was very through with my husband and I , took the time to explain everything to us, answered all of our questions, and was willing to listen to us and was in no hurry to get away. I learned a lot from him that I did not know about. Bobbie Douglas, his nurse is such a lovely person, so kind, explained the risks and aftercare to us very lengthy. I would rate Dr Needleman and their staff very highly. I am looking forward to my Surgery date of 3/7/02.
Staff was great, had personal attention, and room was clean. Dietary sent me a few things I was not allowed and forgot to bring my meal twice.
Dr. Needleman was highly recommended to me by my best friend. The first time we met, he was very patient with me and answered all my questions. Even though I was very nervous, he was very sincere and nice. It only took a few minutes for me to calm down and I was able to ask all the questions I had. He even answered some questions I didn't even know I should ask!!! The staff at OSU is wonderful. Nurse Bobbi is like an angel. I don't have any reservations about Dr. Needleman or his staff caring for me throughout the procedure and post op. I would rate them all an A+++. My surgery is scheduled for Jan 31, 2002. After surgery, I will update on his bedside manner and any other things I feel everyone should know.