I was referred to Dr Wasche when I needed to get a Preop physical for a pending knee surgery. I was very pleased with his bedside manner and the time that he took to explain to me my options, including even offering advice on how best to prepare for my surgery. Most important to me is his practical approach to healing. When I went back for my follow up with him to review my Cholesterol levels which were high, he did not immediately start prescribing medications to bring the number down. Instead he gave some simple steps that I can take at home to reduce the number naturally. He said his philosophy is that whatever corrective action we take to lose weight or lower my cholesterol has to be sustainable. If we take some radical steps that are difficult to maintain I will just slip back into my old habits. I took his advice and am happy to report that I am seeing positive results and it only took some minor adjustments that I can live with for the long term. Eric Lamascus