"I actually didn't meet Dr. Needleman until about a week before my surgery. (this was after going through the 6 month pre-op weight loss program and receiving my insurance approval, a total of 9 months). I was impressed with Dr. Needleman and very satisfied with my surgery experience and post surgical care. I saw Dr. Needleman for my post op care initially (he did my first 2 fille). Since then I have seen the NP for my fills and follow-up. After the initial 6 mos post op there was not any structured aftercare program, I would highly recommend Dr. Needleman and the OSU Bariatric Surgery team."