"Dr. Choban performed an open proximal RNY for me in January of 2000.rnrnMy initial impression was that Dr. Choban was down to earth, open-minded, well-informed and passionate not about making money, but in truly making a DIFFERENCE in her patients' lives and in advancing the field of bariatric surgery.rnrnIn the 8 years since my surgery, my opinion remains unchanged. Dr. Choban inspired a confidence in me that I could accomplish my goals and that she would be a singular support for me (not relying on her staff to care for me alone, but caring about me on a personal level herself).rnrnDr. Choban did strongly encourage aftercare, but *I* have failed to follow up after the one-year mark. I have had unresolved health problems resulting from the surgery, but these have been physiological - not surgeon-related - problems that are rare in nature.Though I failed to stick to her recommendations, Dr. Choban - even after 3 years - welcomed me back when called, gave recommendations, and even called me personally on a number of occasions to follow my progress. Again: she just flat CARES. She is both surgically competent and easy to talk to. She may be busy at times (saving as many of us as she can), but she never turned away from any question or true concern I presented.rnrnI have attended a conference to hear Dr. Choban speak since my surgery and was even more sure sfterwards that she truly remains the best choice of physician I could have made in pursuing gastric bypass surgery!"
