Rio Grande Surgeons, P.A. Bariatric Center

Dr. Acosta and his partner Dr. Lara are both committed to getting people healthy above all else. Their forum presentation to the public was excellent, procedures, risks, benefits all addressed. The preop program is comprehensive but not overly complicated. They expect compliance with the postop directives for recovery and best success. There is an aftercare program available at Del Sol Bariatric Center.

Dr Aceves is wonderful. Kind man and very nice. I had alot of respect for him. The staff was great and the US nurses could sure take a less from the nurses on Dr. Aceves staff. I liked everything about him. Dr Aceves spends alot of time explaining the after care. 'Future patients should know that they are in very good hands if they gto to Dr Aceves and his staff. Dr. Aceves talke alot about each part of the surgery. Both his bedside manner and his suragical competence are top notch.

My first impression on Dr. Acosta, was "He's too young to have much experience on Bariatric Surgery". After meeting with him I felt at ease, he answered all my questions and concerns. The office staff are wonderful too.

I found Dr Lara to be very personable. I felt comfortable with him right away and felt confident in his abilities as a surgeon. Lori, Blanca and Norma are all very friendly and helpful. Everyone there at Del Sol Bariatric seem very caring. I think what I have liked least is that sometimes you have to wait for a long time since he gets called into emergency surgeries. Dr Lara and his office stress the importance of aftercare. It is made very clear that if the maximum advantage is desired of this surgery, the aftercare is of the utmost importance. I think they could be a bit more accommadating for out of state patients. Would have liked to have the confirmation of the surgery date be easier. Dr Lara does go over the risks involved in the surgery. He is open to questions but I have researched this for so long the risks weren't anything I didn't already know. I would recommend Dr Lara and his staff to anyone wanting to go through this. I think surgical competence is most important and his numbers look very good. I think that if he didn't seem so busy, like the day at the seminar, he could be compassionate. As his practice grows they are going to have to make some changes to help things go smoother and easier for the out of state patient so they can make the necessary arrangements.