"My first impression of Dr. Melkonian was, "Wow, this guy sure is blunt!!" but I am glad that he was because that means he is honest. I didn't want a surgeon that tries to "sell" the surgery, I want one that is truthful and patient with your questions and he was! On my second visit I had a looong list of questions for him and I was worried that he would be annoyed at me for taking up so much time....I was wrong, he sat with my boyfriend and I for as long as I needed and listened to my concerns and answered every question I could possibly think of. After leaving I was very confident in him and felt very excited about the surgery. I think future patient's should know that he is very blunt with you, he will not sugar coat anything and at first you may take it personally but don't....he wants to be honest with you and wants you to know what your getting into. He was very blunt about the risks of the surgery but he needs to be. This is a major decision and shouldn't be taken lightly. So far, since I haven't actually had surgery yet I would give him a 10!! :)
6/6/02
I had the surgery and wanted to update on my surgeon. I think he is wonderful and very competent! He did an awesome job on my surgery and I had my follow up today and he answered all of my questions and is very supportive. I highly recommend him. "
"I loved everyone at this hospital, they were all so supportive and so friendly. My CNA Rachel was AWESOME!!! I miss her. :( They got me a cot for my boyfriend and they didn't mind trying to step over him in the middle of the night while they were taking vitals, etc. I had a private room with a nice view of a park, I think this hospital is excellant. "
