Lee A. Schmitt (COE) Bariatric Surgeon M.D., F.A.C.S.

I had laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy with Dr. Lee Schmitt on August 38, 2008. The Gastric Sleeve generates weight loss by restricting the amount of food that can be eaten without any bypass of the intestines or malabsorption. The stomach is reduced in volume and tends to function normally so most food items can be consumed, in small amounts. rnrnI have lost over 70 lbs in 5 months and , I'm still dropping. I've done great since surgery and would do it again in a heartbeat. I have so much enegy now and i can do so much more than i could before my surgery. Talk about a way to boost your self esteem... WOW and to see friends face when they see you is amazing. My husband and son have also been very supportive and it is very important to have a support team when having weight loss surgery.rnrnEveryone with Dr. Schmiit's office and St. Vincent's was so nice. The support meetings and nutrietion classes with Veronica and her staff are very important to attend. While attending these classes, you get additional support and ideas on different foods you will be able to eat.rnrnDr. Schmitt is wonderful! His smile alone will put you at ease. I cant say enough abdout the great care i received, the personal attention and assistance from all.

I had my one week post-op and have already lost 15 pounds. This is the best decision i have made for myself. I absolutely love Dr. Schmitt. He is very knowledgeable and his staff is awesome.

I struggled with my weight for years. I had high blood pressure and diabetes. All of that is better now thanks to my surgery. Dr. Schmitt is a great guy. I would recommend him to my family, friends and co-workers.

Dr. Schmitt has been excellant to work with. He and his staff have always answered my questions and made me feel very comfortable.

Dr. Schmitt is very good, attentative, and has wonderful bedside manners!

I thought I was going to die. I had heart probems with three heart attacks. Now I feel great and walking miles everyday and eating better. My surgeon was concerned about my well-being and was there for me when I needed him.

I came to Dr. Schmitt weighing over 350lbs suffering with sleep apnea, back problems, and blood pressure problems. Dr. Schmitt's office treated me with the ultimate kindness and respect. They walked me through my process and it was the best thing I ever did.

I have strugged with my weight for about 15 years and I have tried every diet possible. Finally, I decided to have adjustable gastric banding surgery. I am glad I did. I love my surgeon Dr. Schmitt. He is wonderful and he takes time to talk to you, never rushes you.

I was 100lbs overweight before I had adjustable gastric banding surgery. I have lost 85lbs and now feel better than ever! Dr. Schmitt performed mysurgery in December 07. I cant say enough about how well I was treated. He answered all my questions and gave me a lot of nformation before my surgery.

I have always battled a weight problem, and health issues. I am a breast cancer survivor of 17 years and it was time I took control of my life! Lee Schmitt is nice, personable, and makes you feel comfortable!