Portland, Oregon Weight Loss Surgery, LLC and Legacy Good Samaritan Obesity Institute

Band Chick · May 16, 2007

So far I am not impressed with Oregon Weight Loss Surgery, LLC and Legacy Good Samaritan Obesity Institute of Portland, Oregon (Drs Jay Jan and Emma Patterson). Long story short... I went to their information seminar today and was treated horribly. The worst was when they refused to give me a packet because I have Health Net insurance. I had to argue with the lady that I plan to get new insurance or self pay, just to get a packet and attend the seminar! If I hadn't been hanging out here reading posts I probably would have given up and left like she wanted.

These are supposed to be great surgeons in their field but from what I've read and experienced they have crummy "bed-side-manner".

I'm not sure if I will continue working with them in hopes this improves or go to someone else

Anna Banana 555 · August 12, 2007

Hi there, I was wondering if you followed through with Emma Patterson and if your opinion had changed. I'm thinking about using her but after reading your post, I'm wondering if I should find someone else. Please let me know your thoughts.

Thanks

Band Chick · August 12, 2007

My problems continued with OWLS. So, I found a new Dr. and I'm so happy I did! I've had my pre-op and am scheduled for surgery with Dr. Neal Aug 21!

Dr Neal and his staff are so wonderful!!!! He's in WA but TOTALLY worth the drive! I also have a new local friend that was banded by him. We started a local support group-- we'd love to have you join us.

If you have any questions feel free to write me (just click on my user name).

Joules · July 6, 2009

Hello - Just beginning my journey and looking into doctors and options. I was acutally looking into Emma Patterson and her clinic, then read your post. Oh my! Sounds like someone needs an attitude adjustment. And I have ran into that with so many doctors, and this is just too important of a decision to just go to anyone. I would love to join a support group if you still know of an active one. I think lapband or Realize is going to be my best option. Would love to hear from someone who has been through it.

Thanks,

Joules