Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center Hospital

On the top floor of the new wing of the hospital. It was beautiful!! The room was large, nice view, comfortable bed and very clean. Nursing staff was EXCELLENT!!!

Dr. Quilici is awesome, best surgeon for this surgery.rnI had the surgery July 28th 2006. I am three weeks out and am doing good, healing very well and getting used to my new pouch. I would recommend him highly, he was very kind and very informative. Thank you Dr. Quilici for my new way of life and my new me to come. Your a miracle worker!!! Shirley Van Vliet, Glendale CA

Dr. Quilici and his staff are great! I have liked everyone I had contact with, and they all answered my questions fully. Dr. Quilici made it very clear what was expected of me in order to have the best success. Dr. Quilici is one of the best and I had full confidence in him. And yes, he's nice to look at too! Not to mention that nice French accent! I didn't see very much of him after surgery, which kind of bothered me, but I saw his associate, Dr. Tovar quite a few times. He's very friendly and really listens to you. He's also extremely good looking, which doesn't hurt and makes you want to go to your appointments so you can look at him! Aside from their good looks, they are both excellent doctors and I highly recommend them both.

'My first impression of Dr. Quilici (and I think I'm not alone here) was "OhMyGod

He and his staff have have got the surgery and it's procedure down to a science. It's procedural and methodical. His office is ultra contemporary and plaque's of the surgeon of the year adorns the inside of his office.
I hold him in the highest regard to this day. He is caring and compassionate. I had a massive gout attack on my 2nd day thereby prolonging my stay to an additional 3 days and he was kind enough to visit me a couple of days to make certain that there was no blood clots. Although he and his staff could've warned me and /or his future patients about having a gout attack since it's triggered by any major surgery, if you're a chronic gout sufferer like myself. The professionalism of his staff is much to be desired. No return calls. It's pointless to even leave a message. Most notably is the nutritionist and this coordinator, as what she was referred to, who randomly returns phone calls. I feel she only returns her calls if she feels like it. She is a professional in person but her phone etiquette is much to be desired. I felt that she could've warned me about my gout attack since she is a nutritionist and should've been aware of any or all complications. I can't think of anything that is unpleasent about him and his demeanor. The best way for future patients to know him is to speak/contact former patients. Aftercare is emphatically emphasized repeatedly, exercising, vitamins, protein drinks, total lifestyle changes specifically eating habits, etc. and the nutritionist provides a binder in preparation for the before and after surgery. The risk of death is described in the binder and he mentions it on your initial meeting. I would rate him as excellent. I feel surgical competence is better than bedside manner. I couldn't care less about his after surgery manners. I'm more concerned of the fact that he re-arrnaged my digestive system and that what he did was correct.

My first immpression of Dr. Quilici was his deminor was glowing with calm, knowledge, and certainty. I immediatly felt he was very good and confident on what he does. And I then said to myself I will be ok during surgury.As I met with him again I was then sure I had one of the best, he spoke with complete sureness of how it will go. He asked me 3 questions. and said these 3 questions are very important. 1- has my staff informed you of the procedures of this surgury? 2- Has my staff completly made you aware of the risks of this surgury? 3- and are you committing to changing your life style forever.You know when you meet someone and you just know he is a very clever,Sincere,man Who you can just tell he loves what he does. And is passionate about it but at the same time a quiet man.and there's no acting or faking or allmightyness portraying. I truely felt all nervousness subside. I would have to say there really isn't anything negative and if I had to really find something I guess I would say to see him more during the whole process. But then again he is making many people dreams come true. and that takes alot of time.

The hospital floor I stayed on is high tech and beautifully layed out. The rooms are big and each has ttheir own shower and huge picture window.
The staff is awesome and plenty. I had a nurse with an assistant and also housekeeping was done throughout the day. They were all very private, making sure the curtain was closed when being worked on and covered up unnecessary body parts before working on the area.
The nurses were very professional, great bedside manner, and all had a great sense of humor.
All encouraged me to walk. I actually teamed up with 2 other gals and walked often day and night. The nursing staff would cheer us on like we were on a marathon team. It was so much fun.
My stay there was so wonderful that I didn't want to come home.
I highly recommend this wonderful hosiptal for bariatric surgery. I've heard that at a bariatric hospital in Hollywood, they have a floor of 50-60 bariatric beds. I can't imagine what it would be like to be there when they would be full up.
Providence St. Josephas Medical Center would be my choice for any care.

Dr Quilici is a WONDERFUL dr. I was very pleased with him and would go to him even if I had had a choice in drs. He is to the point and honest. No frills about him. Even tho he is a general surgeon, he knows what he is doing in the bariatric field. THANKS!

Dr. Quilici's offices are beautiful and that style, organization and meticulous attention to detail transfers over to the way he runs his program. It is comprehensive, very well organized and his system is virtually flawless. Dr. Quilici has an outstanding reputation and all I heard from hospital/medical folks is that he is the one they would choose for any surgery - not just bariatric. Although he is pleasant and professional, I was not looking for gushy bedside manner. So, his demeanor works very well for me - what I really wanted is an excellent surgeon. My surgery date is March 24th.

I met w/Dr Quilici on 2/8/06. He was a very kind man. He took his time explaining the procedure and answered all of my unanswered questions. His office staff was very professional and helpful. I am excited to start the steps to my surgery.