Atrium Health Bariatric Center

My first impression of Dr. K was that he knew his profession quite well and that he was very concerned with his paitiets. My impression of him didn't change.rnrnI think that future patients should know that he is a very compassionate doctor and care a great deal about his patients. rnrnThere is a structured afercare program. rnrnHe was very open about the risks of the surgey and answered all questions. rnrnI would rate him a 10 on a scale of 1 to 10.rnrnBedside manner and surgical competence are both qualities that Dr. Kuwada has.

Dr. Gersin was a good surgeon. His office staff leaves a lot to be desired though. They weren't very efficient and they lost my records TWICE!. He had an associate though, Dr. Villanueva that ROCKED. He called and checked on me, helped with all my questions, and was genuinely concerned with my well being. I didn't see Dr. Gersin until my 1 month post op check up and he's the one that operated on me. Oh well. Dr.V was better anyway.

Had my first consult with Dr. Bauman. He was/is wonderful. Very informative meeting. He really knows his stuff and answered all my questions. His staff was great. I look forward for this journey ahead. I really feel that I have the right surgeon.

I had my first visit with Dr. Bauman today. I found him very professional, knowledgeable and straightforward. His staff was also very professional and informative and seemed to be genuine when they said they were available for any questions I might come up with. The program Dr. Bauman and his associate have created seems to be very thorough with before AND after care. If you're not going to be totally comitted I think they'd pick up on that attitude and wouldn't hesitate to deny you the surgery. They are very serious about what they do. Dr. Bauman personally recorded a video where he addresses the risks of bariatric surgery as the very first topic to make sure you realize that you must not make a quick or uneducated decision to go through with this surgery. I feel extremely confident that he has his patients' best interests at heart and truly wants to be a part of improving your health AND well-being.

Dr. Bauman is very strict and thorough. He does not take this lightly. He really cares and seems to have a love for his work. He also has a great sense of humor. I feel completely comfortable with my choice to drive 2 hours and see him.

Impressed. Dr. Gersin is very knowledgeable.
Very nice staff.
Dr. Gersin has always been very supportive and kind. So glad he was my doctor of choice.

Very thorough, gentle, and kind. He's confident but not cocky. So far, I really like him. The office staff is good for the most part. They are a very busy office, but they are efficient. Persistence counts in getting information regarding insurance and other information. The doctors are all great, though!

My first impression of Dr. Gersin is that he is much like the OB who delivered my children. He is very cautious and informative. I didn't feel like he was trying to sell anytype of surgery to us at all. I thought he was very open and honest at the information seminar. Since then, I have met with him in the office and found him to be personable and interested in me as a person, not just as a client. We talked about my family and my job. I have not had surgery yet, but he is a doctor who beleives that patients should know everything that will affect their lives upfront. He also believes that aftercare IS the key to the most successfull surgery you can have. HIs office staff are nice and down to earth. They treat patients with dignity and respect. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Dr. Gersin and his staff. They were the right choice for me.

I had my initial consultation with Dr. Bauman today and was truly impressed with everything about him and his practice. He was very informative and I could clearly tell that his patients are top priority, from start to finish. His staff as well was polite and very helpful. They cover everything. If you have unanswered questions when you leave, it is your fault. I did not feel rushed. I felt like I was the only person he had on the books. I liked everything about him. He is very compassionate about WLS. No question about that. Aftercare is, and should be, one of the most emphasized aspects of WLS and Dr. Bauman (& Dr. Pirello) make no bones about letting you know what they expect. I went to the LapBand seminar on 2/7 and Dr. Pirello held the meeting. It was very informative and I would recommend it to anyone desiring WLS. Risks of surgery were covered and explained. I would rate him a 15 on a scale of 1-10. That is how impressed I was with all aspects of my initial consultation, from start to finish. Very knowledgable physicians and very helpful and caring staff...I would recommend him to anyone..Best on the East Coast..and I cannot wait until I get my surgery date...

Dr. Kuwada was very nice and pleasant on my initial visit. He seemed very concerned aout what I wanted and needed to have done. The office staff at CMC is very nice and polite. They give you a bag that has a notebook full of information, a container for your protein shakes and a set of workout bands. They give you the tools you need to succeed.