Michael A. Snyder Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS, FASMBS

Dr. Snyder is a very nice man and seems to really care about me getting the weight off.
His secretary was really nice and a very peaceful office too.
He kind of talked a bit fast, so I have some more questions to ask him.

1/30/03..........I attended Dr. Snyder's information seminar on 1/23/03 and was very impressed by his passion to help others that deal with morbid obesity. He was extremely informative and never judgemental. He answered many questions at the end of his seminar, but then he stayed behind for others that wanted to speak with him one-on-one. He never rushed anybody and treated everyone with dignity and respect.

During the seminar, he introduced many post-op patients, which was very impressive; also, he introduced his staff and made it very clear that they were all there to help. Evidently that had not always been the case and he has corrected that situation. I was very impressed with his staff - many of which were his patients at one time.

Dr. Snyder talks very fast, but he is trying to convey tons of information in a short time frame - he's got a great sense of humor in his delivery style. He stressed more than once how important aftercare is - and I've since spoken to a few of his post-op patients, and they all attest to this. He and his staff are wonderful with aftercare.

My first consult is scheduled for March 19. I'm very excited - I'm already reading through the packet I received at the seminar and starting the process! I'll post more as the time draws near.
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UPDATE: 3/26/03..........After my appointment on 3/19/03 was cancelled due to a blizzard, Dr. Snyder's office worked very hard and efficiently getting everybody rescheduled. I finally had my consult today and was once again very impressed with Dr. Snyder and his staff. I found both Dr. Snyder and Patrick (his PAC) to be very compassionate and very caring of their patients. I know I've made the correct decision with the surgeon I've selected.

Dr Snyder impressed me from the moment I met him. I was a patient of his prior to considering WLS. His passion and commitment are second to none. He truely cares about his patients and it shows in the care he provides. He talks fast but never rushes you through your appointments. I have had 9 surgeries in the past with different surgeons and he is by far one of the ones I am most comfortable with. Dr Snyders office staff is very courteous and professional. It may take a while to get in for a consult, but he is worth the wait. His information seminar is also very informative and I would recommend attending.

I had gastric bypass on 7/11/11. Doing well. First day back to work today so a little tired. Fluid is going well. Select soft foods going well. Dr. Snyder and staff are wonderful!

3/8/03
Wow, I went to a seminar put on by Dr. Snyder today and was totally impressed. I have always been impressed with his staff. As i work for a group of doctors doing referrals and have had to work with the staff frequently. He is very down to earth, likes to make it as comfortable for you as possible. He even told us he comes out and gets the patients himself. He doesn't have a nurse or MA come out to get us, from his lobby. I look forward to proceding with this procedure with him and his staff. I will update after i have my consult with him.

He is the best!!!

He continues to care about my progress

His office staff goes above & beyond to help you

Dr. Snyder is the type of doctor that will sit and talk with you about your cares & concerns

He stresses the fact that aftercare is as important as the knowledge of the surgery

Very good aftercare program

He address's everything associated with the surgery

On a scale of 1-10 he is 100+

Both are excellent

Well I met Dr. Snyder a while back .. when I went to the support group meeting .. Back in March of 2002..
He was so trully professional, He answered tons of questions ..
I had a problem with the office staff at first, My PCP called to make my appointment and for some reason it got earased.. and could not get in.. I was so tottally devasted over this, and try and try to find another Dr. with his croditionals to get this done... But after Dr.Snyder found out about all that had happen.. He called me personally at home and told me that I would get to have my surgery and that he would do it for me, for me to contact him personally to make arrangements .. I was SO touch by his concern of what had happen that it brought me to tears.. I am so happy that finnally after trying, researching, getting so many test done Dr. Snyder has agreed to do my surgery.. These past 3 years and 4 months have all seamed worth it after all.. SO now 2 more stages then I can join the loosing side of life.. Thank You Dr. Snyder for helpping me become a healther person.. and caring so much..

What can I say about Dr. Snyder? The first word that comes to mind...WOW!!!! He is absolutely the best surgeon in Colorado. He is so compassionate about bariatric surgery. He truly loves what he does...and it shows! He has gone above and beyond to make his patients feel at ease..like family! I have NEVER felt more comfortable with a doctor in my entire life. He is on our side for once. Dr. Snyder and his office staff are wonderful about meeting the needs of the patients. Everyone in the office is so polite and helpful. In fact, several of his office staff have had gastric bypass surgeries performed by him!!! You have to have a lot of energy to keep up with Dr. Snyder!! But all the more exciting and entertaining!

Dr. Snyder was very professional and had a good sense of humour. He made me feel comfortable with him right away. His office staff has been wonderful.

I have nothing but nice things to say about Dr. Snyder. I was able to choose from most of the surgeons in Colorado and I CHOSE Dr. Snyder. I attended his seminar in September and scheduled my first consultation for March.

The seminar was very informative and for the first time in my life I felt understood and as if my obesity wasn't completely my fault. It was the first time I felt a doctor understood our plight as MO individuals and I took a big sigh of relief. Any fears I might have had disappeared the minute I heard him speak. He was very compassionate and he understands that obesity is a disease and not merely lack of will power or laziness.

I was most impressed with his staff and the aftercare program which was very important to me. I didn't want a surgeon who performed surgery on me and then didn't care what happened afterward. He claims his patients become part of his family and is persistent about post op care. That really eased my mind and gave me a lot of faith in him.

I could go on and on about Dr. Snyder and his staff but I'll close with this. I am trusting this man with my life and I feel very confident in the choice I made. Best of luck to all of you in your weight loss journies.