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I can't say enough good things about
Dr. Jeff Baker. He is so very nice and his bed side manner was wonderful. I would/have recommend him to any of my friends/family. Even after being a year out he still is involved and interested in my well being. I can't thank him enough for changing my life for the very best!!! Thank you so much
Dr. Jeff Baker!!
This gentleman is the example of what a surgeon should be- enthusiastic about his patient's care and concerns, a shining bedside manner, and genuine compassion.
His staff is also quick to help with appointment changes and positive about weigh ins.
My impression of the office staff and Dr. Baker has only improved over time.
My advice for future patients would be to listen to Dr. Baker- He really knows his stuff!
The aftercare I'm recieving is top-notch...I have regular appointments that I keep, which is why the weight is coming off so easily- follow through, follow through, follow through!
Dr. Baker didn't miss anything when it came to surgery risks...they are very clear about that in the introductory meeting as well.
1-10, 10 being the best, I'd rate Dr. Baker and his care an 11.
What is really great about this gifted individual isn't just surgical competence, bedside manner or aftercare, but his unique ability to blend them all- that is what makes a great surgeon.
Dr. Chute is great. Patient, kind and compassionate. I find him to be very respectful. I had my surgery 15 months ago and I have had great results. I am pleased by his offices aftercare, response to problems and thier overall operation. I am grateful to have had this surgery.
Dr. Chute was great. Very calm but informative. It was a little difficult getting through to speak with someone in the office prior to their submitting the info to the ins. co. I was trying to check to see if I had all my ducks in a row and I was called but not until after papers were done whcih was fine but frustrating becuase I hadn't known where they were at in the process. I know things take time and if they sat and called each patient they would get nothing done. It's the curiousity I guess. The office seemed very organized and Susie, the scheduling person was awesome. She had all the information I had asked for and then some. I would definately consider him if you are out there looking for a surgeon. He is very clear that aftercare is very important and especially with the lap band since you will have to find the right "spot" for yourself through adjustments. It also shows he cares. The risks of surgery were stated very clearly and all of my questions were answered even though I didnt have many becuase I have been researching for so long. I feel confident that he will do his best.
My first impression of Dr. Chute was that he is very professional and gets down to business. We sat down at the consultation and he went over everything that I pretty much knew. He laughed a few times when I finished his sentances. He told me that he would like me to lose some weight before the sugery to make it easier for him to work. Overall I feel confident having him as my surgeon.
My 1st inpression of Dr. Jeff was he was very softspoken. He is a very caring and honest Dr.
I had some complications after my surgery that required me to be hospitalized for the better part of 2 weeks, He didn't tell me what I always wanted to hear but what I had to hear.. He always made a point to ask how my husband and kids were fairing through this and seemed genuinely concerned for them too and how they were coping as well. His office has always been very professional and very orginized! Dr. Jeff is very big into aftercare and after I had surgery I had his pager number and we had to call after I was 1st discharged and he immediatly returned my husbands call, and he didn't make us feel like we were unimportant.
He was very upfront about the risks as well as the benefits.
He has a wonderful bedside manner and made mr feel completly at easy about my choice.. He is an amazing Dr. I saw him around 9 months out as he personally wanted to follow-up and monitor my health himself.. I hugged him and thanked him for giving me my life back!
My first impresson of Dr. Chute was that he was serious, quiet, and reserved. But over time, in the 5 months leading up to and the three months or so after my surgery, I have nothing but good things to say about Dr. Chute. He's on top of things, very considerate, and compassionate. When I was diagnosed with c.diff 2 days after discharge, he was there, in the ER, making sure that I got the right tests, and after I was admitted, he checked in on me 4 different times. He is a wonderfully good surgeon, and very considerate. Although he tends to be on the quiet and reserved side, and doesn't show his emotions very easily, I know he is always going to be there for me, and always has my best interest at heart.
His office staff is, in a word, busy. Krista in surgery scheduling is wonderful, very responsive to calls, as is Suzi. Dr. Chute's nurse Heidi is a very busy person. It takes her time to respond to voicemails, even if they're serious to the person. I called and left a message before and have had to call back and get her on the phone directly before she'd talk to me. I think she's generally just overwhelmed, because she appears to be very compassionate and considerate. At my 3 week follow up she was wonderful, and obviously very busy. She knows her stuff!! Well worth the wait!
I don't know if I like this "least" abou Dr. Chute, but he's very reserved. He doesn't wear his heart on his sleeve, he doesn't get overly emotional. He's very quiet and introverted. But, I think that can be a very good thing.
Dr. Chute strongly emphasizes after care, and also encourages his patients to attend Renewal, the support group his office runs. They do have a structured aftercare program, with set guidelines for "well pouch" checkups, so to speak. I have a structured post-op diet and vitamin regimin to stick with.
Dr. Chute was very honest about the risks of surgery - this surgery is MAJOR surgery, even if it can be performed laproscopically. I knew going in that there could be problems, and he told me not to hesitate to call if I had any problems - and I didn't hesitate with my c.diff issue. He was right on top of it.
As a surgeon and physician I'd rate Dr. Chute as a 9.99999/10 (don't want him to get a complex, after all! tee hee!)! I would rather have a doctor with complete surgical competence over a cheery bedside manner ANYDAY. I trust Dr. Chute with my life, and I'd do the surgery again in a heartbeat if HE performed it.
My initial impression of Dr. Baker was that he's a very empathetic and compassionate man. That didn't change over time :) He is appropriately self assured, and very caring towards his patients. I was given his 24-hour pager number, and told to call him with any concerns. A week after my surgery, my father became critically ill and I felt that I had no choice but to travel to be with him. When Dr. Baker found out that I was in Illinois (600 miles away) he called me personally, to make sure that I was doing well, and advised me on how to stay well. I was very touched.
Dr. Baker really makes time for his patients, but be sure to go in with a list of questions to ask. He didn't volunteer a lot of information.
I have had very little aftercare contact with Dr. Baker, but given that I'm doing fine (and that the nutritionists/nursing staff can take care of my needs) that's not unusual.
Dr. Baker was very realistic about the risks of the surgery, and about the possibilities of complications.
Overall, I'd rate him an excellent surgeon with an even better bedside manner.
my first impression of DR. Chute was very professional and understanding, and very caring.
The office staff was friendly and considerate.
Aftercare is very important to the Dr.
He was very upfront about the risks of surgery and post-operatively.
It seems his bedside manner is wonderful...I believe his skill is great but we will find out for sure on the 16th...