Wait time to get an appointment for the angiogram was three weeks which was not optimal. Once angiogram performed, every thing went smoothly with immediate surgery the next day. Appreciated the time and talents of Dr. Waters and the rest of the medical team that performed the surgery. The nursing staff was outstanding from CCU to the floor. All the nurses were very knowledgeable, patient, and caring. The nurses went over all of the information that I needed to return home. Questions were answered over the telephone once I returned home.
...I can't really explain the great treatment I received from Dr Waters. It went beyond the standard "bed-side" manner! Because of the way he put me at ease concerning this procedure, is the "main" reason I chose to go with him as my choice of surgeon. He answered any and all questions I had prior to the surgery and he always did it in such a way as to totally let me know what was going to be happening and the manner in which we interacted was such that altho I had some anxiety, he always treated me as if we were on the same level. Having friends tell me of the work he had performed on relatives also made me realize his proficiency was something I could count on. I was surprised, following my surgery, of the number of cases he had performed...my case was 6,326 if I remember right...and if I had the power I would really be putting his name and credentials "out there" for the rest of the world to see. I have no idea of the scope of what was done for me thru my surgery, but I do know I am feeling much better than I did before and I have Dr Waters, and his staff to thank for that!
Well considering I didn't have any of the normal risk associated with needing this type of operation, (not over weight, don't smoke, don't have high blood pressure, ect), I was pleased at the speed at which the problem was found and repaired. My recovery is going great. I still have some chest pains associated with mussels and bone that need to finish healing, but I'm off of the strong pain meds the hospital had me on and only take a Tylenol occasionally. Just started cardiac rehab and that is going well also. I should be back to my normal self in just a few more weeks. Everyone knew what they were doing and took excellent care of me though out the entire ordeal. I thank Dr. Waters and his staff for there excellent work and care. Sincerely Dave Hansen.
Dr.Waters was very easy to talk with ,he explained the procedure so we could understand, he answered questions and concerns. Very good surgeon, if you have to have a coronary bypass , I would recommend Dr. Waters and his staff. Lisa was very concerned about my well being and answered questions and concerns. Great people!
I was extremely pleased with my experience with Dr. Waters. Previously I've been going to Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, but have switched to Mason City due to the connection with Emmetsburg. My experience with the Mercy Medical Complex in Mason City has been extremely satisfying. This was topped off with my wife's and my consultation with Dr. Waters on the 29th of July 2014.
My name is Jim Austin, I had a wonderful experience with the Doctor Waters and his staff who backed him up each day and allowed him to provide such wonderful care to me and all of the rest of his patience. I cannot thank him and his team members enough for the outstanding job that they did while I was in their care having my Heart Bypass. Let me not forget Lisa and sylvia who worked so hard providing back up for all of Dr. Waters many patience, they allowed me to call them whenever I needed any help or was having problems of any kind. I thank Dale Olson and his team that also provided great care and must not forget all the great staff on the 6th floor. To those very special people who worked with me and walked me though the first three days of my recovery like Ryan, and all the others on the Six West, I say thanks for everything you did and the very special care that you all provided during my stay, you made my Heart Recovery a positive experience and my family, friends and I thank all of you so much. Sincerely jim austin