Cleveland Clinic Florida/Bariatric Institute Bariatric Center

He's one of the best in this field and I selected him because of this. His staff is very helpful and always on top of things. I would highly recommend him to anyone searching for a surgeon.

I attended an orientation at Cleveland Clinic in Weston on 9/7/06. Dr. Szomstein made an excellent presentation and I was very impressed with him from that. I was able to schedule an appointment with him today and was further impressed with the way he went over my case. He's very down to earth, likes to answer questions, and doesn't act like he is too busy to spend time with you. rnrnThe staff was great too. I dealt with one of the insurance coordinators who also answered ALL of my questions and was very helpful. The nurse was great as well... rnrnI was extremely impressed with the Cleveland Clinic in general -- they jump through hoops to coordinate pre-op appointments!

I need to contact Dr Rosenthal , I´m an Argetine nutritionist , that work in bariatric surgery. Please send me his e- mail at soon as possible thanksrnrnLic. Patricia De rosarne-mail [email protected]

'Dr Szomstein is a great man of compassion

Very good first impression and only got better as time went on. He works at Cleveland Clinic in Weston FL, this Clinic is top notch. I cant say enough for the whole process. They (he) address all questions and concerns about gastric surgery.

Dr.Szomstein is an exremely kind doctor. He's not just interested in your weight loss surgery, he's interested in the health that you are in. I found him very charming the first time I met him and after talking to him for several minutes I asked if my mother could come in so he could build up her confidence in a surgery she was totally against. She found him very compassionate and helpful. I just didn't feel if my 81 year old mother could deal with my surgery then I wouldn't be able to feel secure about it. He made her feel comfortable enough so she could support me and know that I was saving my life.
During the first meeting about discussing the surgery he and his fellows go over the complete surgery with a program on the computer. They do discuss the risks and also the positive outcomes. They do have a structured after care program, however, since I live over 100 miles away I don't partake in this, but if I do need help his team is always there and they do respond to phone calls.
I can only tell you that I trusted Dr. Szomstein with my life so you can understand that I had the utmost faith in him. This wasn't easy for me and I had a horrible fear of elective surgeries, but I knew that I was in skilled hands and couldn't ask for better care. Don't be afraid of this group they are wonderful and you couldn't ask for a better world class hospital. The care and concern can't be beat. Good luck and do this for yourself....be healthy and happy.

Dr. Szomstein is a great person. At our first meeting he and his staff took time to answer any questions that I had. I drive almost 4hrs to go to the Cleveland Clinic Weston and I may not always get to see him since my appointments have to be on a Friday, but he usually makes the effort to try to see me for a few moments if he can. My experience in the hospital was a good one. My mother was there with me and we were both very impressed with the entire staff. The nurses were exceptional, the physical therapist, and even the internal medicine doc ( because my BP was soo high) acted as if I was there only patient. I really apprecitated that.

Thanks to you all.
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A liitle scared becuase he appeared to be quite young. Great Doctor with a great sense of humor and understanding. Dr. Szomstein informed me of the risk and benefits repeatedly and made extra efforts to make sure I understood all of the risk and was comfortable with my decision. Great Doctor!!

I was referred to Dr. Rosenthal by my primary, Dr. Bricio in Aventura. He told me Dr. Rosenthal was the best and he wanted me to see him for a consultation. Since the first time I went to the Cleveland Clinic, I knew I did not want anyone else but Dr. Rosenthal to perform my surgery. His entire office staff are just great. The nutritionist, Emily Swartz, has been a great support full of knowledge and advice. Dr. Rosenthal and his Resident Doctors were just wonderful. Very professional and very caring. The experience at the Cleveland Clinic was great too. It is an excellent hospital. Dr. Rosenthal and staff have great support groups and encouraged me to participate. I appreciate the surgical competence but the bedside manner is very important as well. During my first session, they went through a movie explaining the surgery step by step. I had the LAP RNY on 3/22/06 and I am doing great!!! I have been blessed by the decision I made in having this surgery and I am glad Dr. Rosenthal and his excellent staff, were part of it! I am sure there are many good surgeons in the field, but I highly recommend Dr. Rosenthal and the Cleveland Clinic!

I knew Dr. Rosenthal from my Sister-In-Law who still raves about him three years later... I thought he was outstanding, personable and above all knowlegeable.

He treats his patients with respect, and is realistic in explaining the expectations of each patient.

I would recommend him to anyone.

The hospital and the Bariatric Center have the program down to a science, and it is a smooth operation.

He is a very busy doctor, but that says a lot!

The hospital's staff were average, my first night's nurse was the nurse from hell, so was my nurse the last day. She would not hold my hand as they removed the tube from my gallbladder insicion!!!!

Otherwise it was a very good experience.