"The one word to describe Dr. Egrari is "quality". His skill as a surgeon is impeccable and it shows not only in the outcome of his surgeries but in his care both before and afterwards. His meticulous scrutiny over health issues before surgery shows that he wants the patient to have a safe operation and the best outcome possible. I was also impressed that he quickly responds to questions that I sent him via email and that didn't change after the surgeries either. Some offices are nice before porcedures but not nearly as attentive after the fact; that is definitely not the situation at Dr. Egrari's office (to include his staff). I feel that the people that a doctor hires shows a lot about the doctor himself. Melissa, his medical assistant is warm and caring. Maria, the receptionist always has a smile on her face. Karen, the office manager/financial guru is always so nice as well as good about answering any questions and returns emails/phone calls promptly. The entire OR staff are top notch. My surgeries were of "Nordstrom" quality right down to the most comfortable OR table I have ever been on and unfortunately I have been on quite a few. I would recommend Dr. Egrari to anyone that needs plastic surgery and wants the best.
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"I was impressed overall. I think that the RNs are spread thin but that is a problem everywhere. Also, the better nurses worked the day shifts.. and vice versa."
"I met with Dr. Oelschlager at the University of Washington today. My husband went with me and he really liked him because he was direct and seemed to really know his stuff. I, on the other hand, felt that he could of been a little more 'warm and fuzzy' for my liking, but I know that competence is the most important factor for a surgeon. He asked me a lot of questions... do I know the risks involved, the after care needed, my own responsibility for following the recommended eating behaviors post op?? I am happy that he understands my problem with acid reflux and how this surgery would help that also.
UPDATE 8-23-04
I have done a lot of research this past year (Thanks obesityhelp.com) and I have decided to pursue seeing a surgeon that has a structured aftercare program. Location is an important factor,also. For these reasons and a lot more, I have decided to go with Dr. Jeffrey Hunter at Virginia Mason in Federal Way. I met with his physician's assistant, Kat, today and couldn't be more impressed. I left there feeling very understood and well taken care of. Her professionalism, knowledge of wls,and compassionate attitude were so very much appreciated. I got to say hello to Dr. Hunter briefly but from first impressions, I like him! He made eye contact and wished me luck with my insurance. I feel an inner peace with this choice. Now to get the insurace to agree!"
