Reviews – Dr. Bauer

Being a very intuitive person, decisions in my life are made as much by feeling and intuition, as by facts and figures. Previously, my breast augmentation procedure was scheduled twice; most recently with another surgeon just two weeks before my consultation with The Swan Center. Although my appointment had already been made and deposit paid with the other surgeon, I was not completely at ease with my decision, even though he was very well qualified. They say when you find the right mate…you’ll know; when you find the right house to make your home…you’ll know; and when you find the right plastic surgeon…you would know. How will I “know,” I kept asking myself…until meeting Dr. Joseph G Bauer. The moment we met, I knew you were to be MY plastic surgeon. Your warm and friendly demeanor made me feel extremely comfortable and like a future valued member of The Swan Center family, not just another procedure. As we discussed my options, time and time again, you would answer questions not yet asked, which fostered a great deal of trust in you. At last, after 10 years of thorough research and countless consultations, I “knew” I had found MY plastic surgeon. My intuition resulting from meeting you completely meshed with my overwhelming impression of your impeccable credentials.

To say I was nervous about having the procedure done, before visiting The Swan Center, would be an understatement. Your staff (Stacy, Cassie, Brittney, Kimberly… just to name a few) made me feel completely comfortable through the entire process, most specifically, the morning of surgery. I was able to go into my operation with my mind completely at ease. Receiving a phone call late that evening from my surgeon (not a staff member) meant the world to me and literally brought tears to my eyes. After spending innumerable hours researching images of breast augmentation, my breast look better than I could have ever dreamed, after only six weeks of healing, all thanks to you!

Dr. Bauer, you have been a godsend and I cannot thank you and your team of angels enough. You have an amazing ability to transform lives and thus you are truly a gift from above.

We want to thank you for making our decision to have elective surgery a very positive and pleasant experience. From the time we first had the pleasure of meeting you, you were thoughtful, humble and very sensitive to our specific needs. These qualities are not common these days and we wanted to let you know that we didn’t take you and your incredible talent as a surgeon for granted.

We really appreciate your honesty in what to expect from the surgery and recommended you to friends because of your gentleness during the post-surgery appointments. Thank you for having my best interest in the forefront of your decisions and making me feel like I was the most important patient when I was in your office. You have a natural God-given ability that is helping others feel more comfortable with themselves and your kind demeanor is so unusual in the medical profession.

For years I had been struggling with very large, sagging breasts. My wardrobe consisted of sweat shirts year round that ‘covered up’ my problem. It hit me hard when we got our pictures back of our vacation at Disney World. I had been brave enough to wear a tank top—and what was I thinking! After placing Mickey ears stickers across my chest on every picture, I realized that it was finally time to do something!

Now, after a time of healing and recovery, I am beginning to see the wonderful results. My self esteem has already risen dramatically and those sweat shirts are slowly being weeded out for those cute little tops that I have always wanted to wear. I have an incentive now to take better care of my body and exercise more. I have even stopped smoking! I feel better about myself and that reflects my attitude toward life and others. I am a much happier and healthier person now!

My experience with you was awesome. I visited a number of surgeons—and because of the way that I was treated from the moment I walked into your office made my decision an easy one. After my surgery, the staff was right there with me every step of the way. In fact, when I placed a call about a concern I had, ten minutes later—Dr. Bauer called me from his flight on his way out of town!! Talk about taking care of your patients and NOT passing the buck!! I was very impressed, and when I refer others to you I tell them that little story.

I wanted to write a formal letter about my recent experience with surgery under your care and also from your nursing and office team.

I chose you for my surgery due to your experience, accreditation, and caring manner during the consultation. You had recently cared for a good friend of mine and she also had a wonderful experience.

I am thrilled with the results you have provided, and overall exceeded my expectations! It was the right time for me personally to make the decision of plastic surgery and I am so fortunate that you were available to help me.

I would also like to recognize the nurses both in the office and the operating room. All have a genuine caring approach and connected with me during their care both during surgery and afterward. The office team including the financial arrangements and scheduling were very professional and a delight to work with.

Overall, I cannot imagine a better experience or result. I will return to you again for other needs as I know you are capable and caring. I have also referred several friends to you as they are amazed by the result and also my great impression of the “Dr. Bauer” experience!

I don’t know what I look like under those bandages, but I know I am going to look and feel great with my new and improved image. I truly can’t thank you enough—and your staff is immaculate—it’s a good thing—since I will be in your staff one day! Showing off your work!

I am ecstatic with the results of my liposuction procedure. The improvement is amazing. I am carefully counting my pennies so I can move onto my next procedure in a few months. Your staff understands that customer service is vital in the medical field. I wish that other specialists had the incentive to treat their patience with such kindness and respect. Thank you for a great experience.

This card is long overdue. On 10/21/05, I had a breast lift with augmentation, a FTT with MR. I would like to thank you for giving me my confidence back. I am very pleased with my outcome. The results are fantastic. Getting dressed is so easy now, I have a chest to hold my top up, no more hurting for the right strapless bra.

I would like to apologize for not sending you this letter sooner. However, I must tell you, I had several consultations with other Plastic Surgeons before I came to your office. But not one of them or their staff made me fill so comfortable and so sure that I was in the best hands possible as you did. You have given me back something I thought I would never have again. For that, I cannot say Thank You enough.

Just wanted to send you a great big “thank you” for doing such a wonderful job on me. I couldn’t be happier! They are gorgeous—I just wish I had done this sooner.

Also—my husband (who was very much opposed to me doing this) is sooo pleased. He wanted me to thank you for making me “more beautiful.” He loves it!

He and I would definitely encourage anyone who may be considering this to definitely go ahead. And you are “TOPS” in our book.

I don’t think I have ever been treated so well by a doctor and your staff is awesome. Everyone was so nice, professional and made you feel at east. I was quite impressed.

I have been remiss not to have written this letter long before now. As you may remember, I had breast augmentation surgery in your office in December 2003. From my first contact with members of your office staff over the phone, they were unfailingly friendly, polite and professional. I almost believed it was too good to be true, until I met your nurses. They, too, were outstanding!

Despite my numerous questions, my inquiries were answered politely and thoroughly. My post-op nurse, whose name escapes me (I’m sorry—but she knows who she is!), called to follow up with me every few hours after the surgery—even when I knew she should be with her own family or asleep in bed! My husband and I were astounded and gratified by her concern.

As for you, Dr. Bauer, you are an artist! My husband and I are extremely pleased with the results of my surgery. Your professional and caring demeanor put me completely at ease and I had no reservations about placing my breasts in your hands (pun intended!).

I cannot thank you and your staff enough for the genuine “TLC” extended before and after my surgery. You are very lucky to have such a wonderful staff working with you. I could not have been more fortunate to find a facility as The Swan Center.

I am extremely happy with my results. I can’t believe how fast I have recovered and with little discomfort. The transformation is wonderful! I am a proud “spokesperson” for your works of art.
You are truly a gifted professional and with a great sense of humor too!

For some of us, the day comes when we look in the mirror and finally decide to consult a plastic surgeon. But making this decision is just the beginning. Finding the right physician can be quite a challenge, especially when you don’t know where to start. That’s why it is particularly meaningful to discover talented surgeons such as you willing to provide complimentary consultations to people like me—and I am profoundly grateful for your time. Moreover, I came away from your office feeling that I had consulted with a physical who is dedicated to his profession, to excellence in his work, and to longstanding trust and gracious good will between doctor and patient.

Forget Tiger Woods—YOU ARE THE MAN!!!

Kim and I would like to thank you and your staff for the care and patience you gave us last summer. We are very pleased with the success you have achieved.

Good luck in your practice.

Thank you… not just for what you did, which was wonderful, but for the way you did it.

I would like to thank you for restoring my confidence. I used to wake up every morning depressed about my body. My life before surgery was filled with agony. I spent most of my days inside the house never wanting to venture out to do the things I used to enjoy. Today things are very different. I wake up every morning and I thank God to see another beautiful day. My husband and I are enjoying life again!

Thank you sooooo much!

Thank you very much for all of your help with my recent surgery. I appreciate your work and more impressive is your kind behavior.

You and your office staff made a rather awkward situation simple and comforting.