Roger Williams Medical Center Bariatrics Hospital

The Nurses and staff at Ambulatory Surgery Center was great, treated me like family. The Nurses and staff on the second floor we great very attentive there for what ever I needed.

when I was there even the cleaning lady was nice to me, we had a long chat. I had gotten u to start walking and all the nurses and other doctors was smiling and saying good job, goodto see you up. They just maid me feel good with the smiles, and being notiest. Most hospitals I was alwas stared at like a leper.

The staff there was quite nice. My only complaint was the beeping noise that grows louder and louder out of the IV machine. Goodness it felt like the entire wing of the hospital that I was on would go off at the same time. That was the thing that bothered me the most!

Dr. Pohl had a wonderful bedside manner. He was very polite and sensitive to your weight issues. He had no problems answering any of my questions. This has not changed since my first meeting with him. His office staff are some of the nicest girls you'll ever meet! They are all so sweet and really great girls! As far as the care he provides, you must attend a pre-seminar where you learn about the surgery itself. When you go to visit him he will put you on atleast a 2 week diet where you are allowed protein shakes and a small dinner. This diet may be more considering your weight. For me, myself it was 4 weeks long. You must see your dietitian 2 weeks after surgery along with your surgeon and you will be visiting with all of these people for the rest of your life. This is not just a one time bottaboom kind of thing. You will also be required (so to speak) to attend the monthly post-op group. He address' all the risks of the surgery both in the seminar prior to your meeting and again when you meet him the first time. I would rate him on the scale of 1-10 a 9. The reason I say a 9 is he is VERY busy and hard to initally see. Otherwise he himself is a 10+! He is wonderful at everything he does and I would recommend him to anyone in the area looking to do this surgery!

04/29 11:22 AMrnAfter doing all the research and talking to OH, I came to the conclusion that I wanted a doctor that had the credentials of “ Center of Excellence” according to the American Society for Bariatric Surgery (ASBS). Dr. Pohl fit into that criteria. After attending 2 of his meetings, and eliminating other programs, I decided his program is the one I wanted to be part of. I knew this would be hard, since I was coming down from NH, but I knew anything good doesn’t come easy, including this surgery!! Well, I am almost 3 weeks out from RNY surgery and I know this was the best decision of my life!! Dr. Pohl is the best surgeon I have ever had. I have had quite a few in the past, but he is hands down the best. He is very straight forward, he doesn’t hold anything back and that is important since this is such a complicated and serious surgery! He will spend at much time as you need of him. He has a dry sense humor that is quite enjoyable! He explains everything quite clearly and his meetings are hands down the best and most comprehensive I have ever attended, and I have attended quite a few during the decision process! My surgery was on 4/10/07 and it went so very smoothly and my recovery was very quick. I was back to work in a week!! The Roger Williams Hospital was great! The staff was awesome and my stay was just smooth as can be. I would not only recommend Dr. Pohl to any of my family or friends for WLS, but for any general surgery they might need! I asked every nurse I met at RW before, during and after surgery, what they thought of Dr. Pohl and every single one of them said they trust only Dr. Pohl to do this surgery for them! They spoke so very highly of him it was impressive! They all said that he not only is a great surgeon, but he treated them with utmost respect and the other surgeons didn’t. That just spoke huge of his ethics!! Patti

Rooms are cleans, excellent care etc...

My first impression of Dr. Pohl was mostly professional.rnMy impression over time did not change.rnAlso very professional, but I must add that his office is extremely busy, so I don't think they have time to be anything else.rnI wished he had a better bedside manner.rnHe is very kind, gentle and caring.rnDr. Pohl is very big on aftercare.rnHe, himself doesn't, but he would provide me with one if I so needed.rnHe was very honest and upfront about everything.rnI would rate Dr. Pohl as a 9.rnI think they are both great.

Relatively quiet, efficient, very thorough with pre-testing and aftercare. Stresses importance of continuing with support groups/counseling after surgery and also follow-up with the dietitian. Very upfront about surgical risks. The OR nurse told me he is one of the best laparoscopic surgeons that she has worked with (all over the country). Overall, a positive experience.

Dr. Pohl is the greatest! We were required to attend an informaiton seminar and go through a battery of tests prior to even having a consultation with him. He has a wonderful bed side manner. He is very support even through my initial issues with reflux. All the staff at his office are very accommodating. I don't have any dislikes regarding Dr. Pohl, his care, or his facility. They are very thorough and professional. There is a support group that meets every Thursday evening. At his seminoar he address both pros and cons of both Gastric bypass and Lap band surgery. I would rate him, his facility, pre and postoperative care, and after programs with the highest ranking possible. I have been truly happy with my decision and the care I am receiving.

he is wonderful gave me m life back and always makesme feel welcome.