Michael A. Snyder Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS, FASMBS

Dr Snyder is a very energetic, positive, and caring physician. I have had follow up appointments with Dr Snyder's office RN and PA, and both were very nice and very positive. Both are very informative, and have great bedside manners.

Dr. Snyder is AMAZING!!!! Of course i am from Kansas City, MO and hes in Denver, CO and i wasnt looking to travel so far out of my area but i heard about him once and thats all it took. I started going to his website and he sounded like jesus's brother everyone made him out to be a miracle worker and he is that good! My first impression was he really CARED about his patients and i was so impressed by his kindness. The office staff is very kind as well although there were some that were harder to get a hold of and had problems calling back it wasnt him. He let me know all of my options he didnt try and push anything on me he let me know all the risks up front and what i would need to do to stay in the place i long for. This is only a TOOL and it will only be a success if i use it. I would give the doc over 100%. When you have a spirit of excellence it motivates others to be great.

My first impression of him at the seminar is that he is very passionate about his work and really cares for the people he is helping. In meeting him, my opinion of him just got better. He really wants to help people and is very compassionate. I was really impressed with the pre/post op care program they have. They don't want to leave anyone behind! It really feels like you are in this with all the support in the world from the staff. Also, the two main people you work most with are also patients of Dr. Snyder's, so they really have great first hand knowledge of what I am going through. Also, Dr. Snyder gave me his personal cell phone even before I had surgery just in case I had a question! I have never heard of a surgeon doing that! I never felt nervous going into surgery because I really trusted that he knows what he is doing and is very good at what he does. At 5 days post-op, I received a personal call from Dr. Snyder himself...just to make sure I was feeling ok and didn't have any questions or concerns. He made me feel very important and so at ease. I am so glad I found Dr. Snyder and would recommend him to anyone!

A close friend of mine recieved gastric bypass surgery from Dr. Snyder in the fall of 2005 and since then has lost over 150 pounds. Because of the quality of care and the success my friend has had I wouldn't go to any other doctor for my surgery. Dr. Snyder has a wonderful program and support group set up for his patients in order to educate as well as insure the long term success of his patients. He not only has an extensive pre-op program, but a great aftercare program as well. He is a kind and generous person who goes above and beyond for his patients. He is the only doctor I know that will not only give out his email and pager number, but he also is willing to give you his cell and home number if you should need to speak with him.

My first encounter with Dr. Snyder was at the mandatory seminar. As I jotted down notes throughout the presentation, I jotted down my impressions of him. Personable, great sense of humor, down to earth, easily approachable, highly accomplished, very intelligent, easy going..... When I met with him today for my consult, it only got better. He asked me questions about myself and my family and had a \"let's get to know YOU\" session. rnAs a nurse, I can say without any hesitation that I have NEVER ....EVER....met a doctor with such a wonderful bedside manner as Dr. Snyder. I would recommend him to ANYONE that asks and I already have. He is not only a wonderful doctor, but a very genuine and gifted individual. rn**POSTOP UPDATE**rnThere were some ups and downs with scheduling that were unforeseen. My schedule wasn't flexible, but Dr. Snyder and his staff (Dolly <scheduler> & Amanda<nurse>) made it happen. I was able to do all preops the morning of surgery, with special arrangements and special people - and make it to surgery on time. Dr. Snyder had to drive into town from a conference he was speaking out. He was also also not feeling well, but he was still WONDERFUL to me. I met Tony, who was assisting Dr. Snyder in surgery. He visited with my husband and I and also wheeled me back. He added a little humor to the conversation and helped to relieve my nerves. The last thing I remember as I drifted off to sleep on the OR table was Dr. Snyder and Tony talking to me. rnAmanda was at the surgery center checking on me most of the day and Dolly came over to see how things were going! WHAT A TERRIFIC group of people!rnThe nurses at Rose Medical Founder's Building were TOP NOTCH and I learned they had all had to go to training to tend to Dr. Snyder's patients. rnSince my surgery, one week ago, I have been contacted by the office staff, Dr. Snyder, and nurses at Rose for follow up. I am more impressed than I was the night of that seminar and my first encounter with Dr. Snyder. I have a friend who is beginning the journey with Dr. Snyder and his staff and I'm so happy and excited for her. This surgeon gets an A++ in my book!

Excellent surgeon. Very cautious and takes all safety measures with qualifying the patient, preop and postop testing. Very personable and accessible before and after surgery. Would definitely recommend him to others.

My first impression of Dr Synder was that he was very proud of himself (which in most cases is a huge turn off for me). He talked about all of his degrees and education as he pointed to the wall. I know he was doing it in attempts to reassure me that he was indeed competent. So many people in my life brag like that because of their low self esteem or need for attention. Dr. Snyder is the real deal, he deserves his bragging rights!rnFirst off I would like to say I dont take my Life casually. I have researched surgeons and gastric bypass for several years, looking only for the best, most qualified, least mortalities, center of excellence, and lastly a loving and careing person that saw his patients as people (as wives, as sisters, daughters, mothers). I did not want to be another \"subject\" with a number. rn I did not randomly choose Dr Snyder, I found him through diligence and my personal goal of putting my life in the hands of the person I felt would give me the life I entrusted back. When I chose Dr Snyder it was becuase I believed in my heart that he Truly was the best in his field. I am comforted that he is well educated, practiced, & self confident. I like that he needs to be in control and that his goal is perfection in all of his surgeries. He is an amazing surgeon and a kind person. He is one of Gods angels and doesnt even know it. He has dedicated his life to giving the obese their lives back. He is so busy and sacrifices so much for us, we are not just a paycheck to him (even though Im sure that does play a role ;P)rn Needless to say he gave me my life back and sent me on a journeey that I will soon not forget. He gave me the tool I needed to save myself a tool that can save me from what I have no been able to save myself from on my own.rnThe staff were extremly busy, obesity is big business! Overall they were courteous and helpful.rnrn

Dr. Snyder is awsome and the staff is very friendly and helpful. He does tell you to contact him with any problems.

I have had my initial consult and have not yet scheduled a date but feel Dr Snyder is very empathetic to the person with weight issues. He is very very thorough with his pre-op work-up and has an excellent track record for both procedures. He requires a cardiac, pulmonary, and psychiatric workup preop.rnrnThe office staff has been OK. His scheduler did not encourage us to even try to file insurance but just self pay. She said it was not worth the trouble. She also did not return my phone call last week so she was pretty negative in general. However, Dr Snyder has encouraged us to email him personally with questions and emphasizes communication so I will email him if I don't get a phone call. They also won't schedule me until all consults are in so I don't have a date yet and that causes some anxiety,really. rnrnDr. Snyder is very much focused on aftercare and support groups and rules for eating post op and seems to take a personal interest in how his patients do with wt loss. rnrnMy husband and I will both be having the Lap Band surgery. I am a nurse, by the way so have been particularly worried about complications. His are almost non existent and his surgical history and his experience w/bariatrics is more extensive than any other surgeon in the Denver area. rnrn***Addendum to the above I spoke w/the scheduler today (she did not return my call on Friday because she is off on Fridays), She has filed for the surgery thru our insurance and was informing us at the time she filed that she did not expect it to be accepted as this is an exclusion of my husband's company's policy. Apparently I did not hear any of this the day I was in her office and I stand corrected. (I was a bit overwhelmed by it all) My husband understood clearly as he has a clear mind for insurance and I get the clinical stuff. So, I must clear this up to say that the insurance was filed after all.

I was impressed with Dr. Snyder the first time we saw him at his weight loss surgery seminar back in July. He is simply awesome! He has such a great sense of humor and an innate ability to explain a complicated process in a way that leaves you feeling informed, empowered and ready to take control of your health!rnrnThe entire staff at Dr. Snyder's office are knowledgeable, friendly and very sensitive to your needs. While sitting in the waiting room, my husband and I observed many exchanges between patients and staff that generated a feeling of respect, compassion and encouragement. That says more to me than any credentials in a frame hanging on the wall! The staff are truly all about the patients success and well-being and you feel it instantly when you walk into the office.rnrnI highly recommend Dr. Snyder and his staff and if you're considering surgery, sign-up for the free seminar as fast as you can and you'll see why they're are so great!