Tell me about your DR.

Selecting a surgeon is such a huge, personal task!  But asking for input  here is a great way to research them, along with other ways too.  I have quite a bit in my blog about the team at Sinai in Baltimore - I was thrilled with them. Dr. Li is wonderful, as are Drs Koppman and Gandas. Please click over and read and they may be the match for you!  Best of luck!

I know everyone will be partial to their own doctor and when you meet your surgeon you will know that he or she is right for you for your own personal reasons. I met with Dr Roe out in Towson, spoke to his staff on the phone first and went to his power point presenation. I knew from my first phone call that this was the right office for me. They were super nice and very easy to talk to. After meeting Dr. Roe for the first time, my decision was made. Dr. Roe is not the typical looking surgeon but cares deeply about each one of his patients. He is very straight forward and honest. After the fist call, I think it was only like a week and I saw the presentation and another week after that that I had my first consulation with him. It was a very quick turn around and very easy to deal with. But again, listen to everyones opinions and call the surgeons offices, you will know which surgeon is right for you. Hope this helps and good luck on your search. Kelli

I am two years out from my Surgery with Dr. Peter Liao at Union Memorial.  The weight loss center at Union Memorial offers programs for both surgical and non surgical optioins. The staff is wonderful.  Anytime I had a question or concern, I could either call or email Kate (the Nurse practioner) and have an answer almost immediately.  Dr. Liao also attends 99% of all of the surgical support group meetings to answer questions for pre and post op patients.  I have had great results and excellent care through my journey.  The best part of the surgical program is the education.  They do require going through the 6 month educational program prior to having surgery.  You will meet with a nutritionist, exercise physiologist, and psychiatrist. In reading stories of patients that have regained weight after 2 or 3 years I am grateful that I took the time to go thru the program at Union Memorial.  I believe that the program gave me the tools necessary to be successful in maintaining my weight loss.  I have several friends who have had this surgery with surgeons at Franklin Square, Bayveiw , and Sinai as well.  Most were not required to go thru an educational program. Good luck on you search!!! Karen