Christian Mann Bariatric Surgeon M.D.

I really liked Dr. Mann...His whole staff is great..very friendly..He explained everything to me, and answered all my questions..very easy person to talk to, I felt very comfortable and at ease the whole time.

I met Dr. Mann and was really satisfied. He is ULTRA cautious, but I feel that is a very good thing to have in someone who is going to be cutting on me! They have a very regimented program at Carolina Physicians which includes a nutritionist who discusses your diet for before and after the surgery and is extremely informative.

I think the only thing that I didn't like about the whole experience, was that I didn't get to meet him at first. You have to see his PA, Ursula, at your first visit to see if the surgery is right for you and schedule all of your visits. Well, Ursula was great, but I would have preferred to speak with Dr. Mann himself, if even for only a minute, before I got sent to all the appointments. But, who am I kidding? At this point, I would do almost anything to have this surgery.

They also make you sign a contract with the physician, stating that you are willing to make the necessary lifestyle changes to give the surgery the best possible outcome. This includes not drinking protein shakes after 6 weeks post op (this one I'm not sure I understand - I mean, isn't protein good for you?), eating only to the point of feeling satisfied, not eating junk food or high calorie liquids, taking vitamins for life, and that you agree to exercise on a regular basis. He also stresses, although not on the contract, that you should never smoke or drink alcohol after the surgery. They explain that this is done for your health and, why risk the surgery if you are going to continue detrimental behaviors, which I think is very smart!

My experience thus far is very satisfying and we will see how the post op experience goes...

NOTE: Post-op, I can only say that I'm even more impressed with Dr. Mann. He is very committed to his patient's wellbeing and is an excellent surgeon!