Jeremy Korman Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS

Dr. Jeremy Korman is a top-notch bariatric surgeon. His training (Mt. Sinai, Wittgrove, Cedars-Sinai) is exemplary, and he is a superb technician. Unfortunately, gifted surgeons are not always gifted practicioners.rn Let me be clear: I was glad to have him do the clip & stitch, but I’ve been sorely disappointed in his lack of ability to relate to patients as humans. During the course of my four years’ experience with Korman, not once has he addressed me by name or inquired after my being other than the cursory questions about my physical state. He hasn’t asked any of the usual questions: How do you feel about your weight loss—amount or rate? What sort of response have received from others in your life? Are you getting enough (any) emotional support? What can I do to help in this arena? Overall, Korman seems to be unable to connect to patients in any way beyond the technical. rnIn addition, he has been fairly dismissive of my ongoing and growing concerns about insufficient weight loss (less than 50% of excess weight overall), excessive hunger, and food intolerances. His proposed solution is to count calories and get more exercise. Not once has he suggested that perhaps he chose the wrong surgery (RNY proximal vs. RNY distal or BPD), or that there may be some sort of failure in the surgery (too large pouch, stoma failure, etc.). I’ve had to rely on my own research and Practice Manager Bridgette Agee’s expertise to advance my case.rnI realize that many people want nothing more of their surgeon than a good technician. And certainly given the choice between a strong technician with a less than perfect bedside manner and the opposite, I too would pick and recommend the former. However, bariatric surgery is not gallbladder surgery, and the expertise of the surgeon must go beyond the simply technical. rn

My first impression of Dr Korman was someone who was very kind. That impression has not changed. He is very sweet and reassuring. He answers every question I have and is really present with you while you are with him. I never feel rushed, or that my concerns are not important. rnrnHis staff is very professional and very helpful. I love them all. I was really impressed with all the things that are available both before and after surgery. They made the process very easy.rnrnWhat I like least is that he is so far away, and not on my insurance plan. So I had to pay extra, but it was worth it to know that once I had surgery, everything else was taken care of.rnrnHe and his staff are really emphatic about after care. With him you get a binder that outlines everything, but you also get classes and plenty of face time with everyone to make sure you understand everything. His staff includes an RN, physical theripist, pshychologist, and a nutritionist as well as someone who is really good at working with your insurance company.rnrnYou really can't go wrong with Dr. Korman.

Dr Korman and his staff are AWESOME!!! My first impression of Dr Korman was that he was is very kind, smart, caring and professional doctor who helped me make the biggest decision of my life. All of my fears about the surgery were gone after my first consultation. I strongly recommend Dr Korman to everybody who is considering weight loss surgery.rn

Dr. Jeremy Korman is the best! When I had my consultation, he took me into his office and explained everything about the surgery, the options I had, and what it would cost. He explained the aftercare and risks as well. He is very knowledgeable, kind and sweet (plus incredibly handsome!). I had complete trust in him. After the surgery he visited my bedside every day. He has a wonderful, caring bedside manner. rnrnIn my own personal experience, I was not impressed with the hospital, however. I believe they should have been more sanitary and nurses and aides could have been more caring and attentive. The office staff is a good staff for the most part. rnrnI would recommend Dr. Korman to ANYONE!rn

Dr. Korman was wonderful when I met him for my consultation. He explained both surgeries to me (RNY and Lap-Band) in a way for me to make my own decision not saying one was better than the other. I can't wait until the surgery!

Surgeon is great. Before and after care is great. They prepare and educate you, plus provide support group and psych support for free. I would rate him as Excellent. He is competent and has a great bedside manner.

Love My Doc! Although he truly specializes in RNY, he is a fantastic Surgeon. He makes you feel very comfortable and will answer any questions you may have. I met him 1 year before I had my surgery ( I had to appeal) He took time to explain everything the pros and cons and his office has and excellent staff (Nutritionist, Nurse, Social Worker, etc ) and offers a support group and post-op care. He is a very competent and has a great bedside manner. My only complaint is that most of his patients are RNY and his support group has more GB patients. He is beginning to do more LB procedures and hopefully will have a LB only support group very soon.

Dr. Korman is a wonderful doctor. The first time I saw him was at a seminar with Bill Handel. He looks so young; and what a cutie!! But once he began answering each question, even the tough ones, I felt instantly comfortable with my decission to have the surgery. Dr. Korman immediately puts you at ease as soon as you meet him. rnrn His office staff is amazing. I remember seeing them all at the same seminar that I first met Dr. Korman. Maria, Bridgett, Roana, Dr Anna, etc. This same team will be with you every step of the way. rnrn On the day of my surgery my mom was very nervous but Dr. Korman took the time to speak with her and reassure her that I was fine. After the surgery I remember him coming in to check on me and bringing the cuties teddy bear to hold against myself when I have to cough or stand, etc.rnrn Dr. Korman was extremely honest about the risks, mortality rate and side effects and made sure that I fully understood everything. At every office visit he asked if I had any questions or concerns. And made sure that I understood everything about the procedure I was about to have. rnrn I would recommend Dr Korman to anyone who is anticipating having the surgery and needs a little more hand-holding to get through it.rn

MY surgeon .. DR. Jeremy Korman; He is very very nice , kind and he takes time to listen as well as explain the if and's but's.rnThe offfice staff is very together as far as teamwork and being a nurse myself I know that teamwork is very important. I haven't yet found any dislikes about him or his staff.If you are planning on seeing this doctor make sure you are willing to do as you are told and follow all that you are told for the rest of your life because, he is in for the long haul.The risk of surgery are there but today they are far less and he will explain it fluently . Overall I rate Dr.Korman and his staff a 99 out 100pts.and I am sure He will earn 100 plus points afterwards post-op.If you think about Dr.Froid I believe the empathy and bedside care are still the best and needed in recovery. to recover.I will give more When I am on the losing side.Thankyou

Dr. Korman studied with the doc that pioneered lap RNY. He is an amazing surgeon, I don't even have any bruises after surgery!! His beside manner is so warm and kind, he's almost flirting. Which is a good thing cuz he is such a hottie. I feel completely supported and cared for. He uses the same surgical nurses, and hospital nurses for every case. The team is so used to working together that they get great results pretty consistantly. Now that my surgery is done, all of the after care is included for a year, no additional charge. I can see they Physical Therapist, the nutritionist and have psychotherapy with the LCSW on his team anytime I want to, no additional charge, for a year. This is such an emotional, anxiety producing process that it was really important to me that I be treated me with patience and compassion. I got both from everybody on the team. I'm sorry if this is so happy happy, or if I sound fake, but it really was a postive experience, all the way around.