Obesity Advocates: Thank You For Your Support!
November 19, 2012We would like to say thank you to the Bariatric and Plastic Surgery Professionals who are currently sponsoring our ObesityHelp community and advocacy outreach missions. Each month, we will feature a few of our sponsors. Please join us in thanking the following professionals for their commitment to supporting the fight against obesity and the issues that matter most to you.
Surgeon: Trace Curry, MD Website: thebanddoctor.com
Contributing sponsor since June 2007!
Testimonial: "If you want one of the best bariatric surgeons in Ohio, then Dr. Curry is the one to go too. I work at a local hospital and checked on a few different surgeons and/or locations but found his standards were by far the highest.Even though I was a self pay patient, that didn't mean he would have performed the surgery either. I had to meet ALL of the guidlelines, take nutrition classes, and meet with a staff psychologist. His nursing staff are awesome at both Cincinnati and Grove City, and those helping with the procedure are truly concerned about your progress and recovery."-bulliemom
Surgeon: Joseph Michaels, MD Website: josephmichaelsmd.com
Contributing sponsor since July 2009!
Testimonial: "Dr. Michaels is by far one of the best surgeons I have ever known or had the pleasure of dealing with. He is very skilled as a surgeon but even more important he makes his patients feel very comfortable and even though the whole pre-surgery process can be stressful, Dr. Michaels and his entire staff went out of their way to answer all my questions and to put my mind at ease. I highly recommend Dr. Michaels and encourage anyone who is thinking about having an abdominalplasty or any other body contouring or plastic surgery to make an appointment with Dr. Michaels. After your consultation and after seeing samples of his work, I am sure that you will not have to look for another surgeon and that you will be as equally satisfied."-Nancy Elbassiouny
Surgeon: Leena Khaitan, MD, MPH, FACS, Website: University Hospitals.org
Contributing sponsor since July 2010!
Testimonial: "My first impression of Dr. Khaitan is that she cares about you as a patient and as well as an individual. Her office staff is awesome! The nurse that works with Dr. Khaitan is a patient of hers also and she only has great things to say about Dr. Khaitan. She tells you what to expect and explains that this is a tool to help you lose the weight and that you determine how successful you will be with your weight loss. Her bedside manner and surgical competency are both great. I would recommend her to anyone in Ohio that is seeking a competent surgeon for weight loss."-Consuela N.
Surgeon: Charles Callery, MD, FACS Website: ThinnerTimes.com
Contributing sponsor since 2006!
Testimonial: "Dr Callery and his staff go above and beyond. I meet Dr C at his info seminar and knew he was the surgeon that I wanted to do my RNY. A few months later I was approved for the surgery with the help of Dr C and his staff. He takes the time to answer all your questions and even any questions that your family might have. He calmed my nerves and I felt I made the right decision. On the day of surgery he visited me and my family in the pre-op room and was so nice and assured me I would be fine."-CynthiaSD
Surgeon: Uretz J. Oliphant, MD Website: Carle.org
Contributing sponsor since September 2010!
Testimonial: "My procedure could not have gone any smoother. I met and worked with some of the nicest people I have ever met in the medical field. Dr. Oliphant is my hero and if I could work along side him as an assistant I would in a heartbeat. This was no cake walk, don't get me wrong--but I was prepared because I asked questions BEFORE I went in for surgery and I LISTENED to what other folks told me to be in the know about. I probably worked with at least 15 nurses and techs during my hospital stay at CARLE and every last one of them made me feel like I was there one and only patient. Hats off to all of those guys, they sure know how to do it the right way!"-Joseph L.
Surgeon: John DeBarros, MD Website: wliaz.com
Contributing sponsor since November 2012!
Testimonial: "Dr. DeBarros is an excellent surgeon. He cares about his patients and takes time to answer any and all questions you may have about weight loss surgery. Dr. DeBarros is not only a weight loss surgeon, he is also a patient! He has the LAP-BAND and was able to tell me exactly what he went through and what to expect. He understands how it feels to go through the surgery and can provide advice on how to stay on track. WLIA also has great nutritionists and staff who help guide you along the way."-erin.osuna
Surgeon: Michael J. Orris, DO Website: wliaz.com
Contributing sponsor since November 2012!
Testimonial: "Dr. Orris did my Lap-Band and the whole experience was very professional from start to finish. The support staff is great and they offer three years of aftercare because the honeymoon eventually ends and that's no reason to discard the patient. One gets the feeling that this is one of those doctor's offices that really, really cares. I highly recommend him."
-Feature photo courtesy of The Italian Voice
