Raul Rosenthal Bariatric Surgeon M.D.

Dr. Rosenthal saved my life. I was in a study at Cleveland Clinic for patients with severe gastroparesis. When I met him I was beyond sick and on the verge of suicide because of the pain. He was patient. He was empathetic. He took time to explain all of the details. His follow up is phenomenal. I have met many physicians. He is more than special. He loves what he does and he takes the time to impart his empathetic ways in his staff.

Six years out and counting. I kept all the weight off and recently lost another 20lbs. I'm down to 200lbs from 428.

I can't say enough good things about Dr. Rosenthal. He gave me the life i have today. I know of no one better.

09/20/2008 (5 days post op)
I was referred to Dr. Rosenthal by a friend who worked at the Cleveland Clinic Florida and who also had a Sleeve Gastrectomy. She knew Dr. Rosenthal personally and knew his reputation, statistics, compassion, etc., first hand.

I was at the time considering a local doctor in suburban Detroit where I live, that conveniently had a really low cash price. My friend was not trying to get me to come to Florida, but just be a friend and supporter in my quest for finding the right surgeon. I ruled out that local doctor when he began questioning how many questions I was asking and whether I trusted him or not. I investigated several others in Michigan but didnt find any with much experience with the Sleeve. It is after all a newer procedure.

I then decided to come see Dr. Rosenthal in Florida. He was everything my friend had said and instilled instant confidence and warmth when I met him. He had done hundreds of Sleeves and was the guy that took the more complicated cases that other surgeons will not take. I decided that this is the surgeon for me. Even though the Cleveland Clinic's price was not the cheapest and I would have an additional $5,000 in travel expenses, I knew it would absolutely be worth it.

Well I had my Sleeve 4 days ago and have to say that Dr. Rosenthal did an amazing job. My recovery was picture perfect, so far anyway, and Dr. Rosenthal stops by every night with his Fellows to check in. I believe the doctor I ruled out in Michigan who got defensive because I asked too many questions and questioned whether I trusted him or not was the opposite of Dr. Rosenthal who answered all of my questions and clearly conveyed the message that he would take very good care of me, and I had absolutely nothing to worry about. He takes every precaution before and after the surgery to insure a very favorable outcome. That is what I needed and exactly what I got.

I would recommend him without reservation and owe him my life. Although I havent had the results yet because I only had the surgery 4 days ago, I know the rest is up to me. He did his job perfectly and was well worth traveling over 1200 miles, 4 different times for. Please e mail if you have any questions at all, and good luck. Update: 08/12/2009 11 months post op - down almost 151 lbs with about 8 to go. I truly believe that Dr. Rosenthal's technique absolutely plays a role in how well you do. I have done well to say the least and could not be happier. New update 12/8/2010 almost 27 months out, still at 170 and down 155 lbs. I have had very little trouble maintaining.

This man is a God send.

My sweet friend sent me to Dr. Rosenthal because of his compentence and know-how. Also, Cleveland Clinic of Florida. His staff was an extension of ALL that. My personal opinion is that he is the best in the country. If you live ANYWHERE, coming to Cleveland Clinic in Weston, FL, is the place to have Gastric Surgery. For one year they make sure you are well-taken care of. From the mental aspect to what you are putting in your body in the form of food and vitamins, they are there 24/7. No question is taken lightly. They have MONTHLY seminars and workshops. Of course, they are still there for you for life. They are the first ones to tell you this. Dr. Rosenthal's bedside manner is wonderful. He smiles and congratulates you all the time. He is my hero!!

I loved Dr. Rosenthal, he was very down to earth. I immediately felt relaxed around him and believe me that's saying a lot because I have a serious fear of doctors. I'm always expecting the worst. His staff were very friendly and professional. Future patients should know he is very fast-moving. Which I loved because I hate the thought of sitting with a Dr. for 2 or 3 hours because I'll only become more stressed out. However, to some people they may find they don't like that. His entire staff really emphasized walking during aftercare. I would totally recommend Dr. Rosenthal to everyone.

My first meeting with my surgeon left me feeling sort of cold. But after wards, I warmed up to him as he is a big comic. The office staff is highly efficient and goes above and beyond without ever acting bothered. They impress upon the patient how important it is to follow up after the surgery. They have great support group meetings for nutrition and mental health, they also make it clear that the office staff is available for assistance. The doctor went over what I consider to be the normal blurb about the risk involved with any surgery. I would give this doctor and his staff the highest rating there is. They are professional, organized as well as knowledgeable. Both this doctor's surgical competence and bedside manners are impeccable.

Dr Rosenthal is an ANGEL! He saved my life and I have referred over a dozen people to him including my own mother who was brought (bedridden) by ambulance from SC to FL and it has been 1 year since surgery and she is down 275lbs already and is walking and back to her old self instead of lying in bed waiting to die. We wouldnt be alive without our Angel!

When i first met Dr Rosenthal, I immediately noticed his kind eyes and felt very comfortable. Everything I had heard about him made me choose him. The Cleveland Clinic in Florida was excellent and the staff was wonderful. Dr Rosenthal came to see me every day and his associates also visited me in the hospital. Everything he told me was exactly as expected and I feel I got excellent care. I am going for my post op appointment next week but after 4 months of visits to Cleveland Clinic and after the easy process they made it in getting my insurance approved by Aetna, i highly recommend them and Dr Rosenthal.

Dr. Rosenthal is friendly, professional and highly knowledgable. I felt relieved and relaxed from the moment I met him. He runs a top notch office full of professionals. The hospital is beautiful with friendly and courteous staff. Dr. Rosenthal wants you to be highly knowledgable about your procedure, wellness, aftercare and long-term needs from the beginning. He, and his staff, will educate you from the beginning until the end and frankly, they won't stop. They have an open door policy forever. I give the Cleveland Clinic Weston and Dr. Raul Rosenthal and his staff a 10! The only issue I experienced the entire time I was at the hospital was the lack of Nurses. My Nurse was ran ragged trying to take care of her patients at the hospital. I do not have one issue with Dr. Rosenthal.