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Timothy Custer
"Greetings in health! Originally, my consult was scheduled for 9/19/03, I called in April for it. I got lucky in that my appointment was moved to 6/6/03!! My first impression was wow, he can't be much older than me! I liked that he introduced himself as Tim Custer, not Dr. It made him more "human" feeling right away. He took his time with me, asked questions, listened to mine and confirmed the information they had received from me so far. He explained that because my bmi is 66, I would be an open rny. He didnt want to spend extra time doing it lap and it not be as good. He assured me he can do a perfect open rny in a little over an hour and that he felt it was safer for me. I had felt the same from my research but it was comforting to hear his approach. SAFETY!! I have to say that his office staff was great. They were all pleasant and easy to talk with. The only down side to the whole situation is just waiting to get in. Be prepared! The more records, diet history you have ready when you go, the better it will be. If you arent willing to work, this isnt the place for you. Surgery takes about 6 weeks to schedule after everything is approved. However, they are addressing this by adding a 3rd gastric bypass surgeon. The risks are explained, I was also given a timeline to surgery and an informed consent form. There is structure, a support group on the first Monday of the month. I also received a guide to gastric bypass surgery written by Dr Price and Custer. I feel that at this point the whole place and especially Tim are a 10! I felt assured of his surgical competence and I also feel he had a great bedside manner. I am totally happy with the process so far. More to come as the journey continues!"
About Me
Columbus, oh
Location
64.7
BMI
RNY
Surgery
09/05/2003
Surgery Date
Apr 28, 2003
Member Since
Before & After
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Day of surgery - 9/5/03
May 1, 04 down 151 pounds
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