Synergy Bariatrics Bariatric Center

I met with Dr. Caruana on June 7th. I have researched WLS for the past three years. His facility/Office is absolutely wonderful. Includes a conference room, cafe and work out area. Personal trainers are available before/after surgery. I was totally inspired and felt good when I arrived. I did not feel out of place as many people who carry the extra load may in many offices/buildings.

I have seen the work he has done and was able to speak directly with some of the post op patients. I made up my mind January 2005. I called his office and they were very helpful offering information needed prior to seeing the Dr.

I Online course required. I had a Behavioral health evaluation and have the support of my MD. Dr. Caruana and staff were very thorough and extremely helpful in assisting me obtain the needed paperwork for the initial consultation. I liked him and he answered many questions and concerns I had. I did not feel rushed.
I am waiting to have some testing for clearance ie. a dopler, nutritional evaluation and consultation. I am required to attend a support group meeting next Tuesday with other possible surgery candidates. I am anxious to begin this journey as soon as possible.

My first impression was that he was that his behavior was very professional and he doesn't waste time chitchatting. Perhaps he is different if the patient instigates more conversation. The office staff is far more personable. I've only seen the Dr. one on one twice, first consultation and when being released after surgery. The PA has taken care of followup visits.

I like Dr. Caruana, he was very pleasant and informative. My fiance and I are getting ours done at the same time, so he took us both in one room so we could discuss things with him. He came across as a Doctor that knows what he is doing and that he likes to make you feel comfortable, and make sure that all of your questions have been answered. I haven't had any problems with his staff, except being rushed but they are very busy. Aftercare will primarily be with his assistant. From what I understand we will see him a total of 3 times. The initial consult, the informative meeting a week prior to surgery, and the surgery its self. He told us that my fiance may have to stay in the hospital a couple more days more than me because of his size, but that he didn't see any reason why we should have any problems. We did address the sleep apnea issue with him so he has referred us for testing because we have never had it done before. I would rate Dr. Caruana high on the doctor scale as far as I can tell right now. I have heard nothing but good things about him at my support group. I hope this helps.
5/13/05-Post-op 12 days, my first appt after the surgery was yesterday and my doctor is very happy for both my fiance and I and said we are doing great.

Dr Caruana was a very nice man. I came to his office with a list of questions and he took the time to answer all of them. His office staff is just OK...they are not overly friendly and they run the office like boot camp. I know it's all routine for them but for me it was a big moment and I thought maybe they could of had a little more patience. I have a lot of confidence in Dr. Caruana, he operated on my best friend and cousin in the past and they both have done well.

My first impression of dr caruana was that he really wanted to help me lose the weight so that i could be healthy

my impression didn't change really but the last time i saw him was after the surgery in the recovery room and cant really remember alot and haven't seen him since have been seeing audrey I would like to see him to thank him for helping me

his office staff is pretty friendly one lady was kind of rude but other than that they are nice

just that i have seen him only twice would like to see him more

future patients should know he is very nice and does the best job ever he is very experienced as well as his associates. they are the best in my book

he makes sure that you know how important it is to take vitamins and special care of yourself before and after surgery and to exercise and eat well

yes he does have a structured aftercare program

when i saw him for the first time he went over everything that i needed to know about risks and benefits

if i had to rate him overall i would have to say he is a 8

surgical competence , and bedside manner is important but i would have to say surgical competence is the most important and that he has both

Feb 1st. had 1st visit to see Dr. Caruana. Said I was a good canidate due to weight. BMI was 42. I have no serious health problems. No high blood pressure or no diabeties. Does run in family. He wants me to go see another Dr to have a filter in to help with blood clots. That is about the worse thing I have had. Should find out if approved for surgery in about 2weeks.
I was impressed with the Doctors office and the juice bar. I like them having the fitness center in the office. I think that will be so nice and close to my home. The office staff seemed pleasant so far. Doct was up front about the questions I asked.

Recieved phone call that I was approved for surgery. I was shocked because I tried for another surgery about 2 years ago and they said no about 6 times. Yeah! im excited but more scared than anything.

I went and talked to the other Doctor about the filter. He will put it in the same time as the gastric bypass surgery.

great guy

I havent had surgery yet. I am not sure how I feel about my surgeon. I have only met him once for about 5 minutes and that was very 'sterile' for lack of a better word. He seems nice. The whole process is rushed and very impersonal. So far only the dietitian and exercise staff is friendly. The coolness of the front desk staff makes me want to walk right out the door as soon as I go in. Dont get me wrong. They give you alot of info. You are well informed. But in the end you feel like a part on a very fast moving assembly line. They need different people handling patients. If you dont fall into the well greased machine there is a note of contempt when addressed. Such as I tried to hand in my paperwork and was told to sit down and she would get to me. Then got me mixed up with someone else with the same name, all with a nasty look and a voice I can only describe as condesending.. I am confident in Caruana only because of his reputation. I understand they are very busy there and probably see a hundred people a day, but they need to realize this is a big deal and life changing to the person in front of them. I felt like an appointment rather than a person the 2 times I have stepped into the office so far. I know they cant hold your hand but should know that may be what you need. To be honest I dread going back for follow up if I cant walk fast enough for them.
I know for a fact he is good. And this is my opinion. I am probably being hypersensitive. I want to stress the only thing I see that needs help is that he is overwhelmed and the receptionist/nurses need to be sat down and told to be a little more patient/friendly.

Dr. Caruana is caring, confident, and qualified. Has a comprehenisve program in place to keep you well informed, it is inclusive of nutrition, wellness and fitness sessions. Ther is an in-house gyn as well as an on staff nutritionist.

Dr. Caruana is a wonderful man. His staff is very helpful as well. He has a gym, physical trainer and nutritionist on staff for aftercare. This is very important to him and that is a good thing. He gives you all the info you need and after surgery he comes in all up beat and brightens your day. His bedside manner is excellent. This is all he does with his practice and Marc(his PA) is also very nice and informative. I would rate him at a 12 from 1 to 10. I had no unpleasant experience with him or his staff. I have called them almost everyday with some question or another and they were never short with me and always ready to answer any concerns I had. I would recommend them highly if anyone is considering this life changing event.