Advanced Laparoscopic Associates Bariatric Center

I first met Dr. Trivedi at a seminar that was offered at Hackensack University Medical Center. He was very receptive and open to the questions that I asked him, and took the time to answer all the questions that I had without rushing me.

Dr. Trivedi's office staff is very friendly, and worked with me to help get approval for the surgery.

Patient's should know that all of the surgeons at Advanced Laprascopic Associates have the patient's best interest at heart. They've been doing these kinds of surgeries for a very long time, and I put my full trust in them.

Aftercare is an extremely important part of the surgical process. I had my surgery on the 22nd of December, 2010, and met with an RN the week after surgery to go over the post-op meal plan and any questions or concerns that I might have.

Dr. Trivedi was very frank about the risks of surgery, and explained everything that I might encounter in the post-surgical process.

Dr Trivedi had strong surgical competence and a good bedside manner. I would rate Dr Trivedi with a 9/10.

When I first met Dr. Schmidt, I knew I wanted him as a surgeon. He was thorough, compassionate, and didn't lack a personality like many doctors do. He cares about his patients. He is continually interested in patient progress and concerns that I have. He answered all my questions and alleviated my worries and concerns. His office staff is great - his office manager, the dietitians, the PA's and nurses all care. Though some of his front desk persons need some basic people skills, they are overall fantastic. I would recommend anyone to him.

I was all set with another surgeon until I went to the free seminar of Advanced Laparoscotic Associates. I was really impressed with all three doctors but I chose Dr. Ewing. He listened pati8ently to my questions and I felt immediately comfortable with him. Surgery day went smoothly and I am doing great after two weeks. The office staff is wonderful including a meeting with a nurse practioner and a dietician. Also monthly support groups. They offer a lot more than other doctors I've talked with. I highly recommend this group.

After working with Dr T and all the bariatric surgeons at HUMC for 3 years, I knew that Dr T was the right surgeon for me! He took the time to answer every question that I had and he is very easy to talk to. I felt comfortable asking him ANYTHING and he told me the truth! And he took the time to answer any questions that my husband and my family had!

my surgeon was Dr. Hans Schmidt and I had lapband surgery October 16,2009.My first visit with Dr. Schmidt was professional and he was sure that I understood everything and left me with no doubts that this surgery would be the life change I needed to be a healthy person I wasn't before seeing him. His overall proesssionalism makes you feel like your someone he generally cares about and each time I've seen him that's how I feel. His office staff makes you feel the same way either there or when on the phone with them. He's the surgeon I recommend to anyone who has seen the changes in me. Everything that it involves from the surgery to the care afterwards is explained in detail so you fully understand what's to happen and I liked that about the Doctor. I felt at ease and not rushed during the initial consultation as if he had all day just to speak with me. This is the surgeon you want to see if you are considering bariatric surgery.

Dr. Trivedi was wonderful! He was very warm, caring and understanding. He took the time to answer all my questions prior to my surgery (and I had a LOT!). Before I went into the OR he came up to see how I was feeling and if I had any last minute questions. Every time I spoke to him he was confident, reassuring and knowledgeable. I always felt like I was in excellent hands with him. I would recommend him unconditionally.

In addition, all the staff at ALA in Paramus was excellent. My surgical coordinator, Louisa, went above and beyond to help me organize all my pre-op info and insurance requirements. I was extremely happy with the service I received throughout the entire process. The aftercare program at ALA is top notch. They take care of you not only immediately after surgery, but for life.

My surgery was performed by Dr. Hans Schmidt on September 6, 2005. After losing 180 pounds, now 5 years later, I am still 180 pounds lighter, having successfully maintained my weight loss. Yes, Dr. Schmidt is a skilled surgeon, yes, I knew he was the right surgeon choice for me. But as Dr. Schmidt so rightly said, this surgery is a TOOL, and not a magic bullet. What I most value about Dr. Schmidt's skills, is that he prepared me to MAINTAIN my weight loss. Over the past 5 years since my surgery, I have met many others who have had the surgery, but have been unsuccessful in maintaining their weight loss. This difference is Dr. Schmidt. He made sure I understood the commitment, the challenge and the lifestyle choices that were and are necessary in order to maintain what his surgery has allowed me to achieve. Dr. Schmidt, words cannot express my respect and my gratitude.

My surgeon, Dr. Hans Schmidt is TERRIFIC!!!!!! I'm so glad I chose him as my surgeon. Dr. Schmidt provided me with all the information I needed to make my decision on which surgical procedure would be of most benefit to me. My surgery was successful and five days after surgery I felt great.My friends were shocked to see me singing in church one week after surgery. I was very impressed with his entire team starting with processing my paper work for insurance approval to the outstanding aftercare program provided by his office. His associate provided us with such valuable information regarding aftercare staring with the the first stage to the solid food stage. She gave us helpful hints from her own experience;she had the surgery 10 years ago. On my monthly follow-up visit I met with the nutritionist Wendy who I worked with before my surgery. She is a great resource for me, very professional and very knowledgeable.

My hospital stay experience was very positive. Dr. Schmidt and his Associates saw me before my surgery asked if I had any concerning questions and just made me feel OK! They came to see me after the surgery. I just can't say enough wonderful things about this Group. I've already recommended them to two of my friends. My overall rating on a scale of 0 to 5, 5 being excellent is 5(excellent)

I had gone to another surgeon prior to meeting Dr. Schmidt, but did not feel comfortable and had been reccomended to Dr. Schmidt through an anesthesiologist friend that works with him at Hackensack Hospital. I signed up for their seminar and knew right away that this was the practice for me. My seminar was in July, but due to my insurance had to wait 6 months to get approval. Booked my surgery for March because it took a while to get my GP to do all of his paperwork (had I known this, I would have done my pre-op visits with my siugeons office). The day of the surgery Dr. Schmidt was great - he knew that I was very nervous, but was kind and understanding. The surgery went great and I left the hospital a few hours later with no pain at all. I never had to take any pain meds - not even tylenol! The next day I even went to my daughter's basketball game. My first post op visit was very informative - the nutritional visit was great. Tomorrow is my first fill and I am very excited. It has been almost 6 weeks and I am now down 30 pounds, am walking 45 minutes a day without being out of breath, am off my high blood pressure meds and down 2 sizes in clothing - all in a month and a half! I cannot tell you how happy I am with Dr. Schmidt and his staff. I would reccommend him to everyone!!!

Dr. Ewing did my lap-band surgery June 2005. At that time I weighed 221 lbs. The band did not work for me. He did my bypass surgery this March.

He is a wonderful doctor and I would recommend him to anyone.