Good Surgeon, Decent Doctor, Poor Communicator, VERY POOR OFFICE Staff

Submitted Nov. 28, 2017

Myself and others I know, did not have the best experience with him. I would consider researching other options.

Submitted May 5, 2017

Performed an elective procedure on a family member. Suppose to be a simple 2 day stay that turned into weeks in icu on ventilator and 3 surgeries to repair his mistakes. Run the other way if he is recommended to you.

Submitted Aug. 28, 2014

Efficient care. Everything I wanted. Surgical procedure was a breeze, though I had been dreading and avoiding it for ages. Staff could have explained what to expect and prevented additional nervousness when I finally came to office.

Submitted Nov. 5, 2012

This doctor is more interested in the number of surgeries he performs monthly (30) NOT in the patients themselves. His lack of concern is evident in that he did NOT provide timely help or information to assist in my recovery. It was necessary for me (in the thralls of pain) to do my own research. In the end, I endured extreme pain for a longer period of time than was necessary...and had to endure a second surgery (with a new surgeon thank God)because dr.CHOATE failed to prescribe something as simple as a $2.49 bottle of citrate of magnesia when I described my condition to him personally. I would not recommend this doctor to my worst enemy.

Submitted Feb. 7, 2012

Dr. Choat is great! I would recommend him to anyone. His bedside manner is among the best I have encountered. He is very patient with me when it comes to understanding my conditions. Dr. Choat and his staff not only made me feel comfortable through my many procedures and office visits, but they also embraced my family. They took the time to learn me and give me very individualized, expert care. During each visit with him, he takes his time to ensure we are all on the same page and no stone is left unturned. He is very knowledgeable. With that being said, if he comes across a question he doesn't know the answer to, he will consult with a colleague....not too arrogant. I chose my current insurance based around him being in the network. I feel totally comfortable putting my life, which he has saved a few times, in his hands.

Submitted Jan. 2, 2012

Dr. Choat is the only Dr. I know of who doesn't spend most of his time waiting for you to finish talking. He actually listens. When you combine that with his skill and knowledge you have a winning combination. I have had everything from emergency surgery to outpatient surgery from him. Two years under his care has made more positive difference than 10 years under a different Dr. (who almost killed me). Also, Piedmont-Fayette hospital is top notch, as are Dr. Choat's staff.

Submitted Nov. 22, 2011

Able and willing to answer all my questions. Friendly and made me feel at ease.

Submitted Oct. 5, 2009

Dr. Choate is the most knowledgeable doctor/surgeon I've met during my 30 year bout with Crohns disease. He also has a very caring demeanor and has spent all the time I've requested to help me understand his decisions and my future outlook. His knowledge and expertise has resulted in the healthist results I've had to date. It is clear when talking to him he knows his stuff. I am about to undergo a final surgery with him, and if all goes well I will have a reservable of a colostomy that another doctor told me would be permanent. (If that doesn't happen it will be as a result of the disease and not any fault of his.) Before him I didn't even have a chance. I would recommend him to anyone 100 times over.

Submitted Sept. 7, 2009

Doctor Choat was excellent and I would recommend him to any of my family or friends. He was there to answer any questions you might have and has a great bedside manner. Although my procedure was pretty much standard, I would feel very comfortable having him perform something far more advanced.

Submitted June 8, 2008