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John Castle
"Dr. Castle is a very sweet man. There was a never a time that I doubted he saw me as a person and NOT another form on his table. He is very realistic about what you can expect from him and doesn't promise the world and NOT deliver. He was honest that he didn't know if he'd be able to save my navel ... but he did! And I love it!"

Scott Shikora
"The whole group at The Obesity Consult Center is incredible. I haven't found a THING I don't like! From what I've seen so far, they're tops! I will be having surgery (hopefully) with Dr. Tarnoff. First Impression: Dr. Tarnoff seems very competent and in the support group meeting he was very open and seemed genuinely concerned if someone had a problem. Changing Impression: My impression only got more positive after I met with him for my one on one consultation. He was very nice and explained the surgery clearly and made sure I understood the possible dangers and implications of the surgery. Office Staff: I don't know that Dr. Saltzman, Sue Miller (the dietician) and Dr. Vogel would be considered office staff, but they are all wonderful. The actual office staff is very efficient and very understanding about trying to schedule appointments so that they are convenient and as soon as possible. What did I like least?: I would say the waiting for appointments, but the office was so cool about getting me in to any available cancellations and scheduling changes that I would have to say I'm more blessed than unhappy! What should future patient know?: Do your homework, attend the support group (often), get your face familiar to the staff. They are wonderful people and having them recognize you will only increase your interaction with them. Aftercare?: The OCC has a structured aftercare that all but makes it impossible to fall between the cracks! Address the risks?: There is no "glossing over" of the risks of the surgery at OCC, and there is honesty and sincerity regarding death rates, complications and the like. Rate overall?: I originally tried to get an appointment at Lahey Medical in Burlington and they suggested I look else where. I think that's the best thing that ever happened b/c I found OCC. I haven't had surgery yet so I really can't comment on which is better! I still can't decide which is better, surgical competence or bedside manner because I couldn't be happier with either. They are the most most wonderful surgical group. NEMC nursing staff is the absolute best and the interns and medical students were very kind and attentive. I'm only home a few days, I'll update as I'm able! Dr. Tarnoff rocks! Well I thought it couldn't get any more positive, but it does. NEMC is the best. Dr. Tarnoff is caring and extremely skilled and his bedside manner is the best. The post op groups are tops and I love all of the support and information I get from them."
About Me
Ashburnham, MA
Location
24.8
BMI
RNY
Surgery
05/20/2002
Surgery Date
Nov 27, 2001
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