Oprah, NBC, Discovery -- What's the Deal with the Dr.?

91. Get real -- Realist! You now say that every network and show had people on with a shady past. Rather broad statement to make! The point is the due-diligence process. You have heard of due-diligence? I am not debating with you in regards to whether Oprah is a good person -- or what good she may have done in this world, I just am simply saying that a better job must be done in the screening process yesterday, today and in the future. People do look up to Oprah and if she gives the thumbs-up in regards to anything people will follow. Leaders have a much higher standard than you or I. Just do a better job in the due-diligence process..........THAT'S ALL.

Posted at 11:45AM on Nov 15th 2007 by Sailorgirl

92. ***MORE TMZ DECEPTION*** Thousands of procedures are performed in this country by doctors who are not "board certified" because BOARD CERTIFICATION IS NOT REQUIRED for plastic surgery in this country. FACT: Dr. Adams was trained in PLASTIC SURGERY at the University of Michigan and he has lots of experience in the procedures performed on Dr. West. Board Certification is simply not relevant to this situation, and TMZ should not deceive the public by unfairly and falsely suggesting that Dr. West died because Dr. Adams was not "Board Certified." Yes, its horrible that Dr. West died. What if it turns out that she had pre-surgery clearance and that she died because of a medical condition that was not disclosed to Dr. Adams and the physician who provided clearance? What relevance would his Board status, or his personal life have to that situation??? None. This is unfair reporting at its worst.

Posted at 11:54AM on Nov 15th 2007 by truth and honesty

93. Dr. Adams appeared on Oprah BEFORE nearly every event being reported occurred. His Oprah appearance took place in November 2003. By contrast, the medical practice suits occurred as follows:
Rhonda McLain - October 2007
Teana Lucas - November 2004
Jana Beighle - August 2005
Bonita Hovey - December 2004
Terry Cage - June 2007

Two of Dr. Adams 3 DUIs occurred in March 2006 and April 2006. Only one (Mary 2003) occurred before his Oprah appearance.

The Medical Board complaint relating to the DUIs and overall alleged drinking problem was filed in 2007.

All the dates above were culled from TMZ's own reporting, which shows that NEARLY EVERY malpractice complaint, DUI arrest and Medical Board complaint were filed AFTER Dr. Adam's appearance on Oprah. So why would TMZ inquire about why Oprah failed to properly research Dr. Adams?? Kind of a silly question since Oprah doesn't have a crystal ball.

TMZ readers need to use their brains and stop repeating what they read, unless they think about it first. In this case, the sloppy journalism award goes to TMZ!

Posted at 12:15PM on Nov 15th 2007 by Dee

94. Responding to #92 -mdwife

"FYI, Dr. 90210, Robert Rey is not board certified in Plastic Surgery either..."

So? What does this have to do with Dr. Adams, his famous dead patient, questions about many things surround about her surgery, his 3 DUIs, malpractice suits, patient allegations, court papers, wife beating, etc... If it were just about his board certification, we probably would not be hearing so much about him.

Yes, Dr Rey may not be board certified as plastic surgon(as far as I can tell)... and perhaps he should get board certified. And maybe after all the bad press from the Dr. Adams stories, he will get board certified. Perhaps he is even working on it now. This is all Dr Rey's choice.

The important thing to remember is you don't need to be board certified to be a plastic surgeon. Although most plastic surgeons are board certified, but there is a small minority that are not. While board certification is nothing magic, it does assure patients that their surgeon has passed a rigoress battery of testing regarding their surgical specialty. And most doctors would advise that their patients see a board certified specialist. This probably very wise advice for anyone seeking any type of surgery.

Posted at 12:17PM on Nov 15th 2007 by Dr. James

95. FYI: From the New York Times 03/16/06 article on Dr Rey:

"Some 5,300 plastic surgeons in the United States are certified, according to the American Board of Plastic Surgery Inc. Dr. Jewell estimated the number of trained plastic surgeons who are not certified to be fewer than 200. Dr. Rey said he has merely postponed taking the certification exams because he has been too busy"

Posted at 12:30PM on Nov 15th 2007 by Dr. James

96. Since you can report, that crap on the black Doctor in 3 hours, how about letting the voters know about all the crimes that Hillary Clinton has committed!

I realize that there are so many, but since you are so good, I am sure I will see it posted tomorrow!

Posted at 12:31PM on Nov 15th 2007 by BETTYEJ

97. Left in the dark because of prejudice. "Pre Judge" The Judgement was 1. He's black 2. He has a respected license

He must be a role model!!

Assumption being you don't have to check further!

Posted at 12:33PM on Nov 15th 2007 by sharon

98. Not that there is anything wrong with Plastic Surgery, but I came across a great site on the web where a Dermatologist who specialized in non-surgical treatments actually answers any skin or derm questions you may have...

You can check it out here...

http://drkellett.typepad.com/drkellett/dlk_skinsider/index.html

Posted at 1:01PM on Nov 15th 2007 by Geedee

99. SHOCKED ! I have learned a valuable lesson. Just because professionals appeared on well known TV shows, you still have to check their credentials. Oprah, did you check Dr Oz background? Please do your homework people, TRUST NO SHOW OR NO ONE when it comes to surgery. DO YOUR HOMEWORK. .

Posted at 1:12PM on Nov 15th 2007 by K2007

100. Oprah. Did you CHECK Dr. Oz's credentials?

Posted at 1:55PM on Nov 15th 2007 by K2007

101. Oprah. Did you CHECK Dr. Oz's credentials?

Posted at 1:54PM on Nov 15th 2007 by K2007

102. Because TMZ are sneeky bastards! Why should these companies be accountable? Obviously this Dr.'s record was not on front street until the Death of Kanyes mother You idiots!!

Posted at 1:29PM on Nov 15th 2007 by sunny

103. WHITE people don't be stupid and make this a RACE issue. Have some decency. Remember Olivia died and her doc was WHITE.

Posted at 1:53PM on Nov 15th 2007 by K2007

104. This is getting to be a Jerry Springer show, 1st the book , now a uncertified surgeon

Posted at 1:52PM on Nov 15th 2007 by K2007

105. Are you people serious??? If he appeared on Oprah in 2003, why in the hell would she or any other employee know that he would be a criminal in 2006??? Dee is totally correct, you people are sick, and will run with anything ANYBODY (TMZ) tells you. Jeeessshh, (Rosie) you are ridiculous!!! Do us and your kids all a favor and kill yourself... Pretty Please With A Cherry on Top

Posted at 2:01PM on Nov 15th 2007 by AreYou Seriouse