"My first impression of Dr. Boyce was that he was very thorough and professional. He has a very nice personality and doesn't make you feel bad at all about your current weight situation. However, he does tell it like it is for the surgery and the future. But, I wouldn't want anything less.rnrnHis office staff is AMAZING!!! There was not one thing that I went through (so far) that I really was not prepared for. They are definitely a team!rnrnHis follow up and aftercare is like none other that I've read about. There are support groups, you meet with an exercise phsyiologist. rnrnSurgical competence obviously is the most important factor in choosing a surgeon - and you immediately feel at ease with Dr. Boyce's competence. However, his bedside manner is professional and friendly as well."