Mark D. Kligman Bariatric Surgeon M.D.,F.A.C.S.

I had my surgery Febuary 9, 2001.
Dr. Kligman is an excellant Doctor, he is to be comended on his straight forwardness. Dr. K puts it right on the line for you, he is honest and tells you like it is. I am greatful to him and his assistant Claudia. Claudia is great, if anyone out there is looking for a Doc in Northwestern Ohio, you will not find anyone any better in my opinion!

My first impression of Dr.Kligman was he was a no nonsense type of person! He stated in my first visit-if you want to look like a super model - walk out my door. He very much cares about his patients and is willing to do what it takes to help them reach their goals.His office and staff are amazing! Claudia is in a league of her own and does whatever she can to help! There was nothing I liked least about Dr.Kligman except maybe that first walk after surgery he took me on himself!(HA!HA!) Future patients should know to tell him everything about you! do not go in there and lie about anything! He will catch you and may kick you out! Rem.He is no-nonsense. He emphasizes a great deal on the after care. He has started a group therapy and expects everyone to attend--personally I can not wait! He addresses the risks of surgery just as they are-no holding punches! He expects his aftercare program to be followed. I would rate this Dr. in the highest reguard and if you are serious about this procedure there is not any amount of miles I would travel to see him!!!!! Dr. Kligman is very well rounded physician and I can't complain about a thing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I entered my profile on obesityhelp.com on January 17th. By January 19th I got an e-mail from Claudia at Dr. Kligmans office. Claudia is amazing. She will answer all of your questions. She even has offered my family members to just call and she will answer their questions. We set up an appointment for the end of February. My appointment was great. Dr Kligman is very straight forward. He tells you how it is, not just what you want to hear. I had approval on March 7th. All my tests were done by March 15th and my surgery is scheduled for April 6th. Dr Kligman recently spoke at a support group that I had been going to. In past months we had 12-16 people there. There were 47 people at this meeting. If you are from the Toledo area, please please please, for your sake, look into Dr Kligman. We have heard some nasty things about other local Doctors. This whole office is just wonderful. They do all the insurance work too.

Well I haven't met him yet but I have not heard anything but great things. And that puts me at ease. I have my appointment set up for May 31,2001. Its seems so far away, I know it will drag so slow. Every ounce of my body wants this surgery done. I know if I get approved it will then turn into fear. I know its something I need down for myself and for my husband and 5 kids. I just know I wont be around as long as I would like if I don't get it done.

Dr. Kligman and staff and the best! From the first consultation to post op, they have been just wonderful. I was given all types of information and was explained to that this is a very serious surgery and not to be taken lightly. Dr. Kligman visited me many times while in the hospital, I was even visited by Claudia. This made me feel very special, I was not just a number to them. I have had the best experience and now I'm looking forward to the weight loss. I would refer any patient's inquiring about bariatric surgery to Dr. Kligman.

THANKS Dr. Kligman and staff!!

Dr. Kligman and his office were great. My consult went perfect! I have a surgery date of 4-13-01! I was very impressed with the office. I didnt have to wait at all. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. I handed him a typed pape with 20 questions that I had and he took the time to go over each question with me which i really appreciated. Ill update more after the surgery. I give the initial consult a 10.

Dr. Kligman was very professional, thorough and did not pull any punches. He was right up front and told me what I could expect. He also made it very clear what he expected from me. He said I may seem like a nice guy today but I'll become your drill sargent the day after surgery. That impressed me right there. This was my first appointment. I made my decision right there that he was the one I wanted to perform my surgery.

Claudia, his assistant, has a lot on the ball! She has been very accomodating and very understanding. My impression so far is that they make a good team.

Dr. Kligman and Claudia, both recommeended this web site.

Dr. Kligman at first seemed to be a hard, no bull kind of doc. It came to pass that he is, but only with your best interest at heart. You can see this behind his kindly smile that tells you he cares.
Dr. Kligman's staff are exceptional! Claudia is his office assistant and she goes beyond the call of duty to ensure all your needs are ment.
I have nothing negitive to say about my doc or his staff. Befor you can even have surgery you must take a written test over the surgery and after care, if you fail this test it is said that you will be unexceptibale and refused surgery. I don't know if this is true, I passed with a A. Dr. Kligman test you so that you understand the risks of this surgery and understand how to care for yourself afterward.
Overall, judging this experance I would give Dr. Mark kligman 4 stars. I am so lucky to have found him.
March 2, 2001
Michelle Carroll

To assist me in making an informed decision I reviewed approximately 25-30+/-% of all the entries, in all the states, listed on this website. The website has proven to be an effective tool, for example, in comparing and contrasting the various surgical weight loss procedures as well as individual experiences. I have also used this website as a path for exploring past and current research articles, clinical trials, legal and nutrition issues, and other bariatric websites.

Prior to my appointment with Dr. Kligman, the comment portion on the website provided me with a “glimpse” of Dr. Kligman and his professional staff and their approach towards the patient and patient care. During my appointment with Dr. Kligman, I asked some very open and direct questions that may, in other cases, have offended some physicians and/or staff members. However, with Dr. Kligman and his associates, their responses were favorable, thus providing me with an opportunity to make further inquiries. An important point worth mentioning, at least in my opinion, is that Dr. Kligman/staff promotes a pro-active vs. reactive approach to patient care thus minimizing pre and post-op complications.

He is very skilled and knows his 'stuff'. He was refered by my family physician. I have complete confidence in him. Claudia is the best! She took care of everything. The letter they sent to my insurance company must have been great, since i got approval in less than a month.