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My 1st impression of Dr. Hixon was that he was very pleasant and personable.
My impression has NOT changed yet.
Dr. Hixon's staff is WONDERFUL... they are VERY good with keeping you updated and informed on what you need to do or know. ***Especially SARA!! I haven't worked w/Pamela much, but they are ALWAYS Pleasant!***
The Dr. was very busy and we only saw him once while there... I can't say I didn't like it, b/c he IS the Dr.
I think He's very knowledgeable about WLS and he has a program that operates "To a Tee"!
Dr. Hixon emphasizes aftercare to the utmost! He expresses the absolute importance of aftercare for the benefits of Weight Loss SUCCESS!
I don't have much information about the aftercare program, as of yet.
The Dr has thoroughly addressed the risks of surgery... And as with any situation/surgery... there are RISKS!
I rate Dr. Hixon AND his staff as EXCELLENT!! I couldn't have picked a better surgeon! I give the Practice a 10+ now... and I'll keep you posted AFTER Surgery!
I feel surgical competence comes FIRST and Bedside manner is equally great! So BOTH are definately a plus!
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PRE-OP UPDATE: I feel Dr. Hixon is an even more EXCEPTIONAL And Competent Dr. than I thought Before!
My surgery was a complete and absolute success. The Dr stayed on top of my status, came to see me after surgery, explained what happened while I was "out" and what would be taking place during my hospital stay! He's the best.
My husband had his surgery done 5 days after me, by Dr. Hixon also. His surgery was a Success also. He did have Major complications after (an infection, fistule in new pouch, and arrythmia episode), Dr. Hixon, saw him regularly in ICU, explained everything that was occuring and what he thought should take place, EVERY step of the way! I APPRECIATED this, as I was very SCARED of losing him at this time. The Dr was patient with me/us/our family, called us, if we didn't call him and treated us all like "Family", NOT a number or regular patient! So in-fact, I Respect and admire "The Doc" now MORE than ever! I give anyone who asks, his number. I'm a walking ADVERTISEMENT! :)
PS. Pamela is the BEST! She knows her stuff... once I had some issues, she had me call her at home... OVER the weekend... is that SPECIAL treatment or what! I LOVE THEM, even Mrs. Hixon... they're all Genuine!!
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