Roger De La Torre Bariatric Surgeon M.D.,F.A.C.S.

Dr. De la Torre was very informative and I found him to be encouraging. He explained the risks as well as the positive outcomes of the surgery. I found him very personable and friendly. My hubby and I laughed and joked with him during the meeting. It lightened my stress level to know my doctor not only as a doctor but as a person as well.

I had a very good first impression of Dr. de La Torre at Midwest Bariatric. He was very informative. He tape records part of the conversation. He goes into detail about all risks involved. He wants his pts to not think of this as a "Hollywood" Diet, due to celebritiesd having this done and it being publisized. After all the risks and why NOT to do this, he then proceeds to all the good points. He emphasizes after care. He is extremely personable. I would rate him a 10+++ ! One other note.......it was he and Dr. Scott who developed and created the "LAP" procedure. They instruct Dr.s everywhere!! I am very confident in my choice of doctors. His office staff were very friendly and made me feel "special".....Nancy, the RN coordinator, is tons of help!! I saw absolutely no disorganization what so ever.

Dr. delaTorre and his partner, Dr. Scott were wonderful, as were there staff. I am sorry to note that they are no longer taking any new patients. I really could not have asked for a better team.

Drs. Delatorre and Dr. Scott in Wentzville, MO, were wonderful, as were their staff. I have no complaints. Nice, helpful people.

I was very impressed with Dr. de la Torre. He was very professional and informative. He answered all the questions I had clearly and precisely. He explained the possible risks and complications completely. His office staff was nice and, of course, Janet is wonderful! I haven't met her, but we have talked on the telephone and she has handled all the paperwork. The "diet class" was great and informative. Overall I was imperssed with the Dr., staff and hospital.

I HAD MY SURGERY WITH DR. DELATORRE AND HIS PARTNER DR. SCOTT BOTH EXCELLENT A 10, WOULD STRONGLY RECOMEND THEM, MY ONLY COMPLAINT IS THEY OVERBOOK AND I HAD TO WAIT 3.5 HOURS FOR MY PRE-OP APPT AND 1 HOUR FOR POST-OP. THE HOSPITAL HAD GOOD NURSING CARE AND EVERYONE FRIENDLY.

I saw Dr de la Torre on 10/4/01. I was worried and frightened just thinking about having this surgery, but after meeting the doctor, his staff, going through the class with the dietician, etc from Crossroads Regional Medical Center I am now very excited and can't wait to get my surgery. The doctor is very confident which really eased my mind and I know someone who had this done last year by Dr de la Torre who recommended him to me. I also have a friend at work who had lap done on 5/2/01 and is doing very well and has already lost over 100lbs. I only have 12 more days to work prior to my surgery date. I am sure this time will go by pretty quickly and it will all be over before I know it. This surgery has come at a very good time for me because my back and legs are starting to hurt so bad that it is hard for me to go to work anymore. God does work in myserious ways and always looks over us which also helps me to have such a positive outlook for the future. Good luck to all having this surgery!

Met Dr. de la Torre I was impressed with his professionalism. He explained everything in detail regarding the surgery. His staff was friendly and personable. After surgery I met with Dr. Scott. He remove the staples. He was very nice, explained the next steps, ask if I had any questions.

I haven't met the doctor yet. But from my understanding, he is one of the best in the field and actually holds many patents on the lap. machinery that is used. I'll update after I meet him.
8/10/01 UPDATE--I met with Dr. Scott, Dr. de la Torre's partner. He was very nice and looked me in the eye. I feel very comfortable with my decision. The office staff, Janet, is wonderful!

Dr. de la Torre was professional. He and Dr. Scott are partners and have been doing this for sometime.
I have only seen the surgeon 4 times. The first was the interview, 2nd was the surgery, 3rd was 2 weeks after and 4th was 6 weeks after.
The office staff is great. Jan (a nurse or much more) is in charge of getting everything going, insurrance, scheduling, and the support group. 99 percent of contacts with the office is through Jan.
Dr de le Torre did stress the risks of surgery and in fact taped the interview.
The support group is probably one of the best around. We have people coming from hundreds of miles away to attend.
Surgical competence has to be the most inportant thing but bedside manner sure helps.