Ronnie Keith Bariatric Surgeon

he seems like a good guy. I'll have to see what I think after he does my surgery!

Dr. Keith was personable and matter of fact. I felt very at ease with him. I liked him better every time I saw him. The office staff is great, always friendly and glad to see you.

Dr. Keith cuts to the chase and is very up front with his patients. He doesn't sugar coat the facts.

His aftercare program is really good. I love his protein supps, they have really helped me. His aftercare program is good in that he does have follow up care and he does have a support group meeting weekly. I'm not really impressed with the dietitian, her personality is a bit lacking but she does her best. She is not really very informed about RNY and absorption issues.

I think that Dr. Keith was the best choice for my surgeon. I would give him a 9.9 on a scale of 1-10. His skills are obviously outstanding and his bedside manner was great from what I can remember. My husband and mother were also very impressed with him.

Dr. Keith and his staff are about the finest group one could hope to have attend to them.
I am very impressed with their caring and understanding attitudes. I would suggest them to anyone having this surgery. I am a nurse and feel that Dr. Keith is a very good surgeon and a fine man. The program is outstanding based on the research that I have done.

Dr. Keith is very understanding of obesity. He had the adjustable band surgery, performed laparoscopically, in 2002.

He seems nice, as does his staff. He follows his patients for several years after surgery, and has a structured aftercare program. He has a support group that meets every week, which he strongly encourages his patients to attend. The support group is led by a dietitian.

I had surgery Jan. 7, 2003, one year ago yesterday. I now weigh 128 pounds and have no health problems.

Dr. Keith did a great job and I believe he truly cares about his patients. I believe he is one of the best laparoscopic surgeons in the world. I rate him highly.

Ronnie Keith and his staff were and still are awesome. It was not just the surgery that I give all my sucess too it was the program and the staff. If I ever had any questions or problems all I had to do was call.

My first impression of Dr. Keith was neither positive nor negative. They have a very regimented procedure (i.e. a battery of required pre-op testing and support group) I think is so important for success. The woman who facilitates their support groups is also a registered dietician - undoubtedly the most crucial link in his team. Dr. Keith actually had adjustable lap band surgery himself September 2002. If I had one concern it would be that he's not an M.D. I think a surgeon who performs such a delicate procedure ought to have as much training and practice that's available. I'm getting more comfortable with it. They're experienced surgeons, just relatively new to this WLS procedure. They take the laparoscope to a higher level in that instead of using a video monitor, they're equipped with 3-D goggles. Cool, huh? Very important: they insist on a high level of commitment and training from the hospital, nursing staff and ancilliary services. It's a whole program, not just a "treat 'em and street 'em" approach. They sponsor two support groups that meet weekly, and an online group has spawned off them with monthly face-to-face meetings. Continued support is so important to ensure our success! During the year after my surgery, I grew to like and respect Dr. Keith so much more. I had an unrelated bleeding ulcer four months post-op, and he provided good care for that. I think it's important that whoever you choose for your weight loss surgery, you spend lots of time researching the surgeon, his/her team and their entire program. They should have regular free educational seminars where you can talk to them and their patients. Of course their patients are going to think there's no other surgeon better qualified, but you can still get valuable information. If you have specific questions you'd like me to answer about Dr. Keith, just e-mail me.

I have been TOTALLY impressed with Dr. Keith and his office staff from the first visit! They have all been so professional and yet personalable at the same time. I have never felt uncomfortable with any of them! Dr. Keith knows his stuff and he really cares about his patients. He wants his patients to know the good, the bad, and the ugly of WLS. It isn't all easy and he addresses those issues with you in detail. Dr. Keith's bedside manner is wonderful and has been just great with me during this new journey back to LIFE!

Dr Keith is so nice and informative. He has a gentle, patient nature about him and really took time to discuss my concerns or worries. His office staff are very friendly and considerate with all of my questions.

My first impression of Dr Keith was at the WLS seminar I attended in OKC. I enjoyed listening to his presentation. He was very informative and has a sense of humor!

10-24-03 I had my consult today with Dr Keith. His staff is awesome! They made me feel right at home, since I drove 4 hours to get there, they got me right in.
Dr Keith is very cool! I am excited I chose him as my surgeon. I think he and I will get along real good! I would recommend him to anyone considering WLS.

Dr. Keith is a very nice man, he is very considerate and patient with the questions you have for him. His staff is outstanding they answer your questions promptley or get right back to you. I am happy that Tri-care Prime has him on their listing. I would refer others to his office.