Chicago Institute of Minimally Invasive Surgery Bariatric Center

Today was my 7 month visit with Dr F. Thus far, I have lost about 80 lbs. I have never been so happy in my entire life. Before surgery, I had no idea what to expect. I was making a decision that was going to change the course of my entire life at only 21 years old. If I had to go back and do it all over again, I would not change a thing. Dr F changed my life and gave me the opportunity to start over. While other people have said they could not get this surgery done laproscopicly, Dr F wouldn't have it any other way. Now 7 months later, I have confidence that I never had before, and the ability to do things that I only dreamed about. His gentle manner and ability to put me at ease in any situation is incredible. He answeres any question I ever have and has always been there for me through everything. Choosing Dr F and his team to do my surgery is the best choice I ever made and I would suggest him to anyone.

My surgery was in August of 2008, I have lost 160 lb so far, I feel absolutely wonderfull. I can eat any food that I want just in limited amounts. That is where Dr. Frantzides makes a difference. I have gone to seminars and have met people who are not able to eat a lot of the basic things like sugar and meat without throwing up. Dr. Frantzides preserves the vagus nerve and his patients are able to enjoy all foods including sugar. I have increased energy that allows me to do things around the house and even excercise. Prior to the surgery I was in constant knee pain, the weight loss relieved all the stress on my joints and I don't have any problems anymore. I met Dr. Frantzides through friends that had the surgery. I had confidence just looking at their results but once I met Dr. Frantzides I had no doubt that he was going to be my surgeon too, went ahead and had the gastric bypass, and recommended him ever since. When my friends and I refer to him, we call him the \"Greek God\". He has changed our lives. I am very greatefull and lucky that I met him.

Dr. Frantzides was awesome!!!

I found Dr. Frantzides on the obesity help website. Eventhough I live almost 300 miles away I chose to come all the way to see him because of high level of expertise, and reputation. He has a very good personality and makes you feel at ease, and his confidence carries over to his patients. I would recomment Dr. Frantzides to anyone who needs weight loss surgery, and I have done just that. Ever since I had surgery in Feb of 09, so far I lost about 60 pound. All the swelling from my feet and ankles is gone, blood pressure is back to normal, blood sugar is normal and my stamina and mental attitute have greately improved (says my husband). My post operation period was short with only minimal discomfort. I am now able to eat any kind of food I want to eat, only in smaller amounts. Therefore I don't feel deprived and I don't crave food like I used to. My only regret is that I wasn't able to have it years sooner.

Dr. Frantzides and his staff were great! I am two years post suregery and I have had a wonderful experience. I am maintaining my weight loss of over 100 pounds.

My first impression of him was he was very funny and considerate about your feeling of being over weight. He went from being a stranger to me to being my best buddie, very entertaining and knowledgeable. The staff is very warm and heart felt workers and I love them all. I feel like we are family and that is very rare in this day and age. Everyone in the office lets you know that these things are critical to your life style and that you need to follow them to the letter. He doesn't cut any corners when letting you know all of the side effects from having the surgery. He is just the nicest and most wonderful person that you ever want to meet or have a friend in your life. The overall services that you receive from Dr. Frantzides and his staff is the most wonderful service that you could ever receive from a doctor and his staff.

I had my gastric bypass surgery one year ago today. In this past year I lost 100 pounds and still loosing. Before surgery my blood pressure was very high, I was on medication, having problems breathing, walking and simply functioning. Today my blood pressure is under control, I have the energy to go to the gym for 3 hours a day, I walk 1 mile a day, I have much more energy and am much healthier. Having the surgery was the best decision I have ever made, I wish I had done it sooner. My weigh loss compare to people I have met over the years who had the lap band is tremenodus. On my first visit with Dr. Frantzides, he made me fell so comforable that before I left the office I made an appointmentthe to have my surgery one month later. I had my surgery on wednesday and was home the following day in the afternoon. Once again, it was the best decision I ever made.

I had my surgery one week ago. My medical issues were more complicated than originally anticipated. All the pretesting before surgery gave the doctor additional knowledge of my medical needs. I was totally prepared for everything that happened because Dr. Frantzides and his staff were extremely thorough. Everything went so smoothly. Clear and consise directions are given for each step of the process. I am feeling extremely good after one week. Dr. Frantzides is an amazing surgeon. I feel fortunate to have had Dr. Frantzides and Dr. Glover do my surgery. I look forward to the changes that are going to take place in my life.

I am a week and a half shy of my 3 month mark since my surgery. I'm feeling great! I love the way I look and feel! I am back into my stylish clothes that I refused to get rid of years ago, because I was sure that one day I would wear them again. People everyday tell me how great I look. Its a major confidence booster! My surgical scars are starting to fade, so I'm thinking next summer or even for vacation over the winter, I might finally buy a bikini for the first time in my life! I'm healthier too! My blood pressure is normal, whereas before the surgery I was on the verge of being put on blood pressure medication. Also I suffered from severe knee pain. Now I feel like I can run a marathon worry free. Dr. Frantzides is the best! He and his staff are always available to answer any questions I have. During my recovery I have to admit I was a bit frustrated with the food restrictions, but each and every time I called or popped into the office, someone was always there to comfort me, to offer suggestions, and provide a warm and caring environment in which I feel safe. I highly recommend anyone who is thinking about weight loss surgery to visit Dr. Frantzides. The surgery has been a life altering experience! Its given me the confidence to do things I never would have done before, I'm planning on taking a belly dancing course. I have more energy! I feel like I am finally making use of every waking hour instead of sleeping in and being a couch potato. Seeing the weight come off I'm even excited about going to the gym! I used to think people would wonder, \"Why is that fat girl here?\" Or I felt like people were looking at my fat jiggle as I worked out, which is why I would hardly ever go. Now, I want people to see me, and I want to be as healthy as I can be! I have a new lease on life...I don't plan on wasting it! rn

After having twins i developed a hernia I gained up to 285 pounds with high blood pressure and type two diabetes along with arthritis in my knees. Dr. Joseph recommended Dr. Frantzides for weight loss surgery. I waited for four years and then had the by pass surgery. The old hernias were going to be done with the tummy tuck later. Four months later D. Frantzides went in laparoscopicly and repaired them permanentely. From oct 20/2008 to sep 18/2009 I lost 98 pounds, blood pressuere is controlled, diabetes is controlled, and arthritis is controlled. Beacause of Dr. Frantzides and his fine staff I am a brand new woman with a new life.