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I'm in cleveland! Having my surgery at the clinic in early December. Would love to hear everyone's experience with the clinic staff and drs!! My surgeon is Schauer.

Hi kpenney727! I loved i and not because I'm an employee :)

The staff was great. I didn't experience any complications other than a gas attack. My surgery was on a Monday and that Friday evening prior to I came down with an awful cough. I was on my pre-op diet and didn't bother to ask if I could take anything for the cough. After the procedure the hardest part for me was the pain associated with my incisions and me coughing. Even though they were prescribed I didn't go home on pain meds. I didn't feel as though I needed them.

Dr. Schauer and his resident, Dr. Aminian were great and took great care of me. Dr. Schauer's nurse, Michael, is extremely helpful and full of knowledge. The team as a whole were wonderful IMO, from beginning to end.

Thanks so much for replying!!! I am excited and have not had any complaints so far!! Everyone has been great and so helpful and always right there when I need anything!!

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I'm from the Akron/Canton area but being sleeved in Cleveland at St Vincent in May!

I grew up in akron! I lived in Green township. And later moved to Portage lakes!!!

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I had my surgery with Dr. George Kerlakian at the Good Samaritan Hospital as well. I highly recommend him. I am also available as a mentor through the process. I know it can be really tough, but I promise it will be the best thing you ever do for yourself.

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