"My first impression of him was at the seminar. He gave every bit of small detail pros and cons regarding the surgery. He wasn't really sociable but he wasn't trying to \"sell\" me on the surgery either. I think this doctor only wants people who are serious about making a life change. He doesn't want people who are not fed up and just looking for a quick fix. I met him in my consult last week and he told me every possible outcome pros and cons. The office staff are very hard to contact. The reason for this is that they have so much stuff to do in one day for so many people needing their help. They try to divide their time equally, and I have dealt with them after clinic hours trying to get all of my requirements in early. I met them and they are just as nice and friendly as can be. Not stuck up at all! After care is emphazied and beaten into your brain! They are truly concerened with you achieving the results in a healthy way. Dr Baker has Bedside manner ladies, I have had drs talking about having sex wtih their patients..thats unprofessional. Dr Baker has manners, He is very kind, and just because he tells you what you don't want to hear doesn't indicate he doesn't have bedside manners. He just may be a little straightforward and wants to make sure that this is the correct weightloss surgery for you and that you are dedicated. I think he is able to be very competent as well. In one sentence, this doctor truly cares about you and doesn't want to see you pay for something that you are not going to follow thru with."
