"Dr. Algazi is a gem of a person and one heck of a psychologist...he leads the Monday night support group for the Coastal Center for Obesity (Dr. Owens) and does all of the psychological evaluations for incoming patients. Hy is a great facilitator and listener...he allows people to share their feelings in a supportive environment."
"Linda is well versed in the weight loss surgery arena...she brings a wealth of knowledge and is someone who seems to care about people in our situation. Although she has never been obese, she has a wealth of helpful tips and information that she shares with our group meeting...I very much enjoy Linda's contribution to the Monday night support group meeting."
"I did a lot of research on the Internet and came across Coastal Center for Obesity (www.coastalobesity.com). I liked the fact that he was near my home and work. I decided to meet and check into a few other programs. I looked into Dr. LePort's program and it looked really well organized and the Dr. seemed to have a lot of experiance, but his location was a little inconvenient for me. I drove down to Dr. Wittgrove, who was the surgeon that did Carnie Wilson...he was a very knowledgable and confident surgeon but his office didn't take my insurance. I checked with Dr. Quebbman's program in Newport Beach; however, he did not take my insurance (I liked the fact that he is an advanced lap. surgeon). I eventually went to a support group meeting for Dr. Owens and was very impressed by the results of his patients and their praise for him. I went to a seminar that he held with Carnie Wilson. This was an awsome event and gave me the opportunity to speak with him for a few moments after the meeting. I was very impressed with his knowledge and the care that seemed to be written all over his face. I felt that he really wanted to help this problem that we all have suffered through. He was very confident but not arrogant, soft-spoken but not shy. He explained all of the risk and provided ample time to answer everyone's questions. I have not had my personal consultation with him yet...so I will have to fill you in on all of that later. His office staff seemed super supportive and pleasant especially Nancy, Valerie, and Karen."
