"I had my consult with Dr. Rodriguez on March 30. He was very kind and understanding. He seemed to understand that this is all about regaining my health. He has a carefully structured aftercare program. 4/27/04 I want to thank Dr. Rodriguez for working with me to schedule a surgery date. My insurance company will no longer provide benefits for MO after 6/1/04. Dr. Rodriguez is going to add me on to his already busy day so that I squeeze in before the deadline. 2/1/05 Today is my birthday and my 8 month post op anniversary. My life has changed so much. My diabetes is gone, my blood pressure is normal. Dr. Rodriguez and his staff have been wonderful. Dr Rodriguez is patient and supportive when you have questions, although you know he's busy & probably answers the same question 10 times a day. He knows what he wants you do and makes sure that you know what is expected. If you aren't serious about changing your lifestyle, this isn't the program for you. If you are trying, he will bend over backwards to help. His Bariatric Coordinator, Karen is wonderful. She is always the voice of calm and reason and has never made me feel silly for asking a question. Yolanda is kind and great at making sure your message gets delivered. If you are considering this surgery, I would highly recommend Texas Bariatric Center.
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"I was made to feel at ease from the check-in process forward. The nursing staff was well trained for WLS patients. They were kind and caring without exception."
