New York Bariatric Group Bariatric Center

I had an amazing experience using Dr. Sommer of NY Bariatric Group. NY Bariatric is amazing and Dr. Sommer has a great bedside manner and really cares about my weight loss surgery outcome. I strongly recommend Dr. Sommer and NYB!

Dr. Sommers has been phenomenal in all stages of my Lap band surgery. Initially, he explained every aspect of the procedure and was very thorough in regards to the clearance I needed to obtain prior to surgery. He was able to answer all of my questions and minimize all of my concerns, as I was nervous about the procedure. After my surgery, I felt very little pain thanks to Dr. Sommers and wonderful staff. From the minute I woke up, I knew I was good hands. Dr. Sommers is still very motivating even after my surgery. He is supportive and truly cares about his patients. I would definitely recommend Dr. Sommers and the Bariatric group to anyone who is considering weight loss surgery.

Dr Sommers was very helpful and knowledgeable in the skill of the Gastric Sleeve. Dr Sommers was able to assist me with every question and explained every procedures that was preformed before doing so. Dr Sommers was very up front and forward with the procedure he was preforming. I recommend Dr Sommers and the NY Bariatric Group.

I had an amazing experience using Dr. Sommer of NY Bariatric Group. NY Bariatric is top notch and Dr. Sommer has a great bedside manner and really cares about my weight loss surgery outcome. I would definitely recommend Dr. Sommer and NYB!

Dr.Sommer has been there for me since my surgery. If I send him a e mail he responds in a timely manner. This surgery is a life long commitment to good health and a better life. My whole family had the surgery my husband myself and my son we are so pleased with our weight loss. My surgery was September 18th I have lost 28lbs. Today is November 1st and I have lost more inches than weight. I am 53 and I wish I would have done this earlier this is the only regret If you are thinking of having the surgery go to a meeting and you will see what a great person Dr. Sommers is ask him all of you questions and he will answer with a smile luv u Doc see you at my next apt. Always Francine Peekskill New York

I had the sleeve surgery done with Dr. Sommer 9 weeks ago and have not looked back since! To say Dr. Sommer has been amazing would be an understatement! From day 1 Dr. Sommer has been supportive of my goal and one of my biggest cheerleaders! As soon as you have your first consultation with Dr. Sommer, you can tell he is passionate about what he does and more importantly, passionate about helping people! I am so grateful to Dr. Sommer for providing me with the tools necessary to change my life and be the healthiest "me" I can be! This journey is only just beginning for me but knowing Dr. Sommer is in my corner, I know I can accomplish anything! I will continue to recommend Dr. Sommer simply because he is the BEST!

My only regret was not doing this sooner.... The process was simple. I met Dr. Sommer, he went over my options (different types of weight loss surgery), Ruthie handled getting insurance approval (I got approved on first try!!!, I read about a lot of nightmares from others on this site), I scheduled all my consultations (Psych, Nutritionist, Cardiologist, Pulmonary, etc...) Surgery was painless and no complications. The team helps you every step of the way, and they know you by name. I walk in the door and Ruthie knows me by name, feels like im going to friends place. I love there "In and out" approach you get all the time you need/want, but there's never a wait beyond a few mins when I go. My only recommendation is stick with the program and post surgery see a therapist to help with food addiction to ensure success.

My name is Christopher LoGiudice and Dr. Sommer performed a Sleeve Gastrectomy on me on June 11th of this year. I cannot say enough good things about him and his staff. This man instills confidence!!He makes you WANT to succeed!! He has surrounded himself with true pros...from Ruthie (who basically runs the entire office in Cortland Manor single handedly) right on down to the nurses assistants in the hospital, who carry themselves like seasoned pros. I was truly blown away by the efficiency of treatment which I received, and the ongoing effort and empathy I am still getting. A couple years back I went to another facility in hopes of getting surgery, but at that place you don't get to meet the Dr. until AFTER you have completed the list of prerequisites. It wore me out...I got burnt out on endless repetitive visits where nothing was really getting done. With NYBG I attended 1 online seminar, made an appointment, and then met Dr. Sommer immediately, and THAT has made all the difference for me. I completed my prerequisites in a month because after meeting him I had real hope for the first time in a very long time. Now..at 49 years of age I have lost 50 pounds in 40 days and I eat like a champion. I cannot wait to see where I am at a year from now. :)

Hi! My name is Pat Quinn and I'm writing this testimonial on behalf of Dr Eric Sommers. I had bariatric surgery @ HVHC on May 28, 2014. It was the smartest move I ever made. DR. Sommers did a wonderful job! I was 278 lbs. Now I'm 208 lbs! I highly recommend this surgery and I ESPECIALLY recommend DR. Sommers! The nursing staff was awesome too!
Sincerely,
Patty Quinn

Dr Eric Sommer performed a gastric sleeve on me on May 28, 2014. It's now June 11th and I've lost 27 pounds so far and am no longer on insulin or diabetic. My blood sugars have returned to normal and I'm on much less medication than prior to surgery. In my opinion, Dr Eric Sommer is a lifesaver. He legitimately cares for his patients and should be commended for the work he's done. I highly recommend Dr Eric Sommer if you're obese or struggling with diabetes or other life-threatening illness.