Arif Ahmad, M.D Bariatrics Bariatric Center

I first met him 4/12/06 at his seminar.
He is highly recommended by my family doctor.
My first impression is that he knows what he is doing and is a personable doctor.
I have my first appointment on 4/25/06.
I will update then.

What can I say about Dr. Ahmad? He is the most professional, caring, attentive healthcare professional I have ever encountered. His interest in my case was genuine and he managed my expectations perfectly! I had investigated multiple facilities for my surgery and after my first encounter with Dr. Ahmad the only logical choice was to have him perform it. I was a whirlwind patient in the fact that I attended his seminar on January 09, 2006 and had the surgery on February 09, 2006. This aggressive schedule was necessitated by my work schedule. At first he was hesitant to accommodate me due to not knowing enough about me but he did not rule my request out. As I demonstrated my resolve and commitment to him it became evident that I was ready and he was comfortable. My surgery went without a hitch and I am now one month removed from that life changing day.

Dr. Ahamd’s staff is a courteous and professional team and is also dedicated to customer satisfaction. From Dr. Ahamad’s wife Sema to Amanda the receptionist to the Dietitian (forgive me, I can’t locate her name) all are wonderful people.

Everything has gone well with my surgery, Dr. Ahmad is like a friend who has helped me cross a bridge. I only have praise for him and his staff...they care about what they do. Thanks to all of them, Gary Foerster

i first went to dr ahmads seminar which he requires of all future patients and found him to be a very upfront type of a doctor with compassion in his voice. the first consult with him was very up lifting-he explained every thing in a very understandable way. i liked him even more with the person to person interview. he made feel very comfortble. he wants you totally understand everything that is involved with the surgery-even by giving a quiz!! everything about dr ahmad is very structed because he wants the best out come from his paients. his office is a very caring and well run office. there is nothing i don't like about dr ahmad or his office and i wouldn't change a thing. he explained the risks of the bypass and lap band surgery in a very easy to understand format. i would rate dr ahmad with an e for excellence. i would say dr ahmad possess' both surgical competence and bedside manner. he very strongly emphasizes the aftercare and explained the he surgry is not a cure all and if we don't give 100% of dedication hat weight gain would be possible. i know what i'm in for and i'm gun ho for it. i want my life back!! i want to feel better and look better and will do what has to be done to achieve it!!

Dr. Ahmad is absolutely the best. My first impression of him was that he was honest and competent but yet very caring. His office staff is wonderful and helpful. His wife Sema is just an incredible women. I cannot even explain in so many words how they have changed my life so far and I'm only on my fourth month (lost 73 lbs.).

Simply put...He is the best! I have had surgery's in the past and I have never encountered a surgeon that makes you feel the way Dr. Ahmad made me feel. I felt so very comfortable from the first moment I heard him speak at his seminar. His visits to me in the hospital were frequent and timely. He didn't run in and then run out like surgeons that I have had in the past. Dr. Ahmad made sure that I was comfortable and had everything that I needed. Like I said in the begining, he is the best.

the fisrt time i met dr ahmad was at a teaching seminar he provides monthly. Him and his wife sema are amazing people both are very nice and alwas smiling. Dr ahmad spent alot of time in the consultation going over risks and benifits and making sure that i had a very clear picture of the road ahead. The office staff is equally amazing. Walking into his office is like walking into a family members house everybody remembers your name and greats your with a smile.
Dr. ahmad is very strict about pre and post op care and make it very easy to continue seeing him. I am having the lap-band done and he has told me that he makes it as easy as possible to get fills. He also has a support group that meets regularly that you are engouraged to attend.

I just wanted to say how happy I am with Dr. Ahmad and his staff. I had my surgery on April 20, 2005 and from the first time I met Dr. Ahmad I was impressed with his professional way and his bedside manner. He is so caring and compassionate as is his wife Seema who also works in the office. I am greeted by name everytime I go in for a follow-up. This has been the best decision of my life and I am completely confident in Dr. Ahmads ability and knowledge in this type of surgery. He is highly recommended to anyone interest in this procedure.

My first impression was that Dr. Ahmad was very intelligent and he seemed to care a great deal about his patients. He and Seema both assured me that all will turn out fine and of course everything turned out great! The ladies in the office, including the nutritionist and billing ladies are always kind and helpful whether you call or stop in. Now post op I still feel comfortable and welcomed each time I enter the office. They keep on top of all medical issues as well as support issues. Seema runs a great support class each month that is quite helpful. They make an excellent team!

Dr. Ahmad is a very warm and compassionate man, he takes his time explaining and making sure you know everything that is going to happen to you. His wife Seema is someone who I would want to have as my friend besides the professional that she is. They compliment one another in the workplace and I can only imagine their strong bond in being married to one another. I look forward to a very long and lasting relationship with the both of them.. Looking forward to being on the "losing side" of life.