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Dr. Brown and his team are so caring and understanding. They explain everything thoroughly and made sure i didn't have any questions. My appointments were quick and efficient with information and checked in with my progress that I was making. The staff was supportive and they were available when I needed them for questions and concerns. My surgery was explained to me and on the day of surgery it was quick and I was grateful that everything went so well. The nice thing about Dr. Brown was he was also able to do my gall bladder surgery and he was able to use my existing scars so that I didn't have to get new ones. Thank you so much for your kindness and for helping me understand my issues and the reasons why I was so overweight. Thank you for giving me my life back. I will forever be grateful to you and your staff.
The team at Idaho BMI is amazing! I have a multitude of health problems and things seemed to be just getting worse. I contemplated the surgery for a couple of years, but it wasn't until I did my research and had my initial consultation with Dr Brown that I finally had some hope again. This hope led me down a path to not only losing weight, but gaining my overall health back which includes body, mind and spirit. I am still on my path to recovery, but with the dedicated staff, unfailing support from both team and clients and the abundance of knowledge that Dr Brown continues to research and maintain with current medical issues, treatments, conditions, etc. It has been such a blessing and I have to say the biggest life saving measure in my life. He works collaboratively with your team of doctors but does not hesitate to give his opinion in a kind and supportive manner, yet you are always in control of the decision making of your care and well being. It is important I believe for this process that patients own their care of their bodies; it is not something that is said or told you should do. It is something that is taught and that is priceless. More physicians should strive to practice like this and more patients should be so fortunate to receive this kind of care.
“Best decision I have ever made!” I did a lot of research for a couple of months before deciding to have my gastric sleeve surgery with Dr. Brown at Idaho BMI. I want to start off by saying all of the office staff are so pleasant and accommodating that I look forward to my appointments. After my consultation with Dr. Brown, I knew I had made the right decision. He is kind, very knowledgeable and interested in what you have to say. He wants you to ask questions and he wants to make sure that you understand the process. There are videos to watch And lots of information that helps you get through your journey. If you follow the plan, I guarantee you will be so happy with all that you accomplish for yourself.
I am 75 years old and seven months pre-op and so many wonderful things have changed for me. My walking, my stamina, my sleep (I average and an hour and a half more a night of sleep) my body aches, I use to take three Ibuprofen every single day. I take nothing now. My outlook on life. I want to do so much more and I feel good doing it, and to be perfectly honest my self-esteem is so much better. We all know how we feel about ourselves, uncomfortable a lot of the time. I hope this helps somebody that’s on the fence trying to decide what to do. If you’re serious about getting your health back don’t wait. Do your research and you decide.
I am 75 years old and seven months pre-op and so many wonderful things have changed for me. My walking, my stamina, my sleep (I average and an hour and a half more a night of sleep) my body aches, I use to take three Ibuprofen every single day. I take nothing now. My outlook on life. I want to do so much more and I feel good doing it, and to be perfectly honest my self-esteem is so much better. We all know how we feel about ourselves, uncomfortable a lot of the time. I hope this helps somebody that’s on the fence trying to decide what to do. If you’re serious about getting your health back don’t wait. Do your research and you decide.
Fabulous experience with every part of Idaho BMI. The entire staff (Dr Brown, the receptionists, nurses, business office, etc) have been great to work with. They answer all questions in a straight forward easy to understand way. They are responsive and always professional. The support groups hosted by the clinic staff, at no extra cost, is definitely a plus. I recommend a consultation for anyone thinking of surgery (or like me who had previously decided no way). Learning if Dr Brown and team are right for you is a smart move. And I certainly recommend them.
Life changing experience! Thoroughly knowledgeable staff, lots of support, continually directing me through this new life.
Dr Brown and Kate are super amazing !! I had trouble loosing weight and I decided to come to see these two and got approved first time ever having surgery went thru it in May weighing 260 and now it's July. My birthday is the 1st of Aug. I feel great and I'm right at 200 lbs granted the eating is a struggle but in time I will eat better. Never felt greater then ever. Thank you Idaho BMI and dr Brown and Kate. You guys are amazing.
I'm a year post-op, and I haven't felt happier in my own body. I look on the outside how I feel on the inside. Everything is easier. I feel fantastic. I've lost and maintained about a 100 lb loss and met both my weight goals. Zero regret. I only wish I did this sooner. The monthly support group meetings have been extremely helpful, too. Plus I've made friends!
I was asked to leave a review. I have not really thought about my experience, however, I have been to one of Dr. Browns informational meetings at St. Als years ago. But at the time my insurance would not cover it. So I did not pursue the surgery as I could not afford it. So in May of 2023 I looked into it again. Dr. Brown was in a different clinic. Once again Insurance would not pay for it and I was miserable. I have been really struggling with my weight going up and down but the ups were more than the downs. I was 323 lbs at 5'8' at 49 yrs old, and completely miserable. I was having difficulting walking and in pain all the time. My mobility was really affecting my life. Being active took a lot of planning as to if I could even do it. Walking the grocery store was an issue.
They had CareCredit, so I applied and was accepted(you can also pay for the surgery in payments and once you reach the surgery cost you can get it done, i believe). The cost of surgery was very reasonable compared to other options.
I made my appointment and found it very enlightening. I decided it was worth the cost. I had the VSG in June 2023, passing all my test. A little over a year out I have passed my 'honeymoon' period and could not be happier. I have lost as of today a total of 136 lbs. My feet no long hurt, and the pain is gone. I have started working out to maintain what I paid for. I am very very glad that I decided to invest in myself.
All the staff, support staff, and Dr. Brown have been nothing but supportive in my journey. It was the best decision I have ever made. No it is up to me to continue to be successful. Thank you Everyone!!!
They had CareCredit, so I applied and was accepted(you can also pay for the surgery in payments and once you reach the surgery cost you can get it done, i believe). The cost of surgery was very reasonable compared to other options.
I made my appointment and found it very enlightening. I decided it was worth the cost. I had the VSG in June 2023, passing all my test. A little over a year out I have passed my 'honeymoon' period and could not be happier. I have lost as of today a total of 136 lbs. My feet no long hurt, and the pain is gone. I have started working out to maintain what I paid for. I am very very glad that I decided to invest in myself.
All the staff, support staff, and Dr. Brown have been nothing but supportive in my journey. It was the best decision I have ever made. No it is up to me to continue to be successful. Thank you Everyone!!!
Dr. Brown's approach to bariatric surgery is unlike anything I've ever encountered. The reprogramming of your brain completely changes the way we think about food and obesity. The staff is warm, compassionate, kind, knowledgable, and innovative. I would recommend Idaho BMI and Dr. Brown to anyone and everyone I know!
Very friendly staff. Dr. Brown was very thorough in explaining everything and making sure I understood what he was talking about.
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