Blair Rowitz Bariatric Surgeon M.D.

Dr. Rowitz is a no nonsense kind of man to me. He let you know up front the pros an cons about this surgery.
My impression has not change at all about Dr. Rowitz I really like a person who is going to be honest and up front about major issues, instead of sugar coding it for the money.He has the most pleasent staff I've ever met. He really care about his patients and their care.

My 1st impression about him.. was that he was very professional and honest about everthing. I am still impressed with him, he has a great memory. His office staff are very nice and there very helpful. I would refer everyone to Dr. Rowitz if I could.He really cares about you, it's not just the money.If your health is bad in other ways like smoking, he'll make sure that you quit smoking 1st before he does the surgery,to make sure there isn't anymore risk added the it has to be.He's always looking out for you.. And I think that's most important.

My first impression was great I couldn't beleive that he was the one who actually handled the group meeting. It was nice to know that if you had a question your answer was coming straight from the Dr. His staff are great they kept me very informed every step of the way they are also very fast at getting approval and setting the surgery date.I really appriciated that at the first meeting that he told all of the national statistics and then his own it made me fill very confidant in his ability. He did not shy away from the fact that you could have complications or death with this. It is better to know the risk rather then going into it with rose colored glasses and then being completly shocked when something does go wrong. I havn't had my surgery yet but from eveything that i can gather about him and his crew I would rate them a 10.

This man gave me hope. He is wonderful and so is the staff. He had a great bedside manner.He and the staff are supportive.I've had no complications and I would do it again.The only negative thing I can think of is it is expensive.

4-6-05: I had my Pre-Op today. I had met with Dr Rowitz on 3-2-05 and he was the same when I met him at the seminar. Pleasant, good bedside manner. He cares for his patients and is not a money surgeon. Today when I saw him, he was the same and went over everything again. He sent me to a class to meet with Dietician, Occupational Therapist, Respiratory Therapist and Nurse. They all told us what to expect and what Dr Rowitz wants for his patients. I really felt safe knowing that the team is all on one accord. They made sure to say Dr Rowitz this and that as far as his care for his patients. I would recommend Dr Rowitz to anyone. "Great" Doctor and his staff is AWESOME!

I have not yet my surgeon as of yet. I will on 9-8-04 at his seminar. I have heard good things about him though.

Dr Rowitz and his PA were very informative. Told the truth about surgery. The risks and possible complications. Gave ratios as to what percentage of his patients had a particular problem, side effect or complication, even death. I like that Dr Rowitz did not try to hide or get away from telling us there was death involved w/ a patient(s). I felt comfortable and trust him. He emphasizes aftercare because it is so important and he also lets you know that this surgery is a tool and you have to use this tool the way it is supposed to be used in order to get maximum results, most importantly follow Doctors orders. I cannot rate Dr Rowitz right now because I have only met him this one time. I will see how things progress and how my surgery goes. Dr. Rowitz has a great team of people who specialize in specific areas to meet the patient's needs.

My first impression of Dr. Rowitz was that he was straight forward and concerned about his patients. His office staff was the same way.

I was impressed with the amount of time he spent with us in the information session. Actually, I was impressed that he was there at all. I'd been to about 3 other information sessions and a Dr never showed up for one of them, muchless spend the time that Dr Rowitz did.

My immpression has not changed, really.

All of the staff is helpful and friendly. All my questions have been answered promptly.

They have a great aftercare program from what I understand and Dr Rowitz has stressed that I WILL be seeing him for the rest of my life periodically. They have support groups and programs with the local YMCA. I live about 2 hours away and will not be able to avail myself of all the programs they offer.

He was extremely comprehensive in addressing the risks. He gave national averages and then presented his own.

I can't give a definitive rating as I've not had the surgery yet, but I'm confident in Dr Rowitz's abilities based on the information session, the fact that he's done quite a few of these surgeries,and the satisfaction level of his post op folks that I've met and read about on his website.

Have to let you know about the bedside manner and surigical competence. I'm praying the competence level is HIGH.

I can't say much about the surgical competence yet. I'm praying that all goes well right now.

DR.ROWITZ IS A GREAT PERSON .HE CARES ABOUT YOUR HEALTH AND WELL BEING









HIS STAFF CARES ABOUTS THE PEOPLE LIKE DR.ROWITZ DOES

I loved Dr. Rowitz. He is wonderful! I really like and appreciate how he attends the support groups every month he and the Nurse practicioner Marylee who works with him!
His office staff couldnt be nicer


That I didnt get to talk to him more before surgery.
He really genuinly seems to care about your care before and after surgery.
Very Much

Not so much

Thouroughly

You hear good aand bad about he himself and his ability as a surgeon.Personally Iam glad I choose him! And I am very pleased with the work he did on me and will never be able to thank him enough for giving me back my independance!
Both!!

Dr. Rowitz makes me feel very comfortable about the procedure. He makes sure you are aware of the pro's and con's about the procedure. He is genuinely concerned about your health and helping you reach you goal weight. His staff has been great and has informed me that next month when my 6mo waiting period is over, they will do everything possible to get it approved through Cigna. He makes you understand the significance of getting proper after care and joining the support group. Im sure when i have my surgery he will be great and continue the phenominal care has initiated. I cant say much more because i am only in the initial stages . i will update when im more in depth with the process. These are strictly my experiences