Sayeed Ikramuddin Bariatric Surgeon M.D.

Gentle, kind, didn't talk down to you, but didn't candy coat the procedure. His staff (in general) were very nice. Just like in every staff setting, there were a couple of people who didn't do their job that well.

I went to a couple of follow-ups, but the waiting was so long, I just gave up after the 3 month visit.

I FINALLY met with Dr. Ikramuddin after 10 months of waiting...but let me tell you, SO WORTH THE WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I knew I wanted him back in January, and when I met him for the first time, I knew I had picked the right surgeon! So nice, so sweet, so personable. There wasn't a whole lot of time to speak with him, as he was VERY busy, but the time we had together, was well spent and he and I agree on what proceedure to go with! (Lap RNY) SO, the consult was finished, and now I just have to wait for insurance to say yay or nay! I should know by next week if I am going to be able to have surgery! Keeping my fingers crossed that I get to have surgery with the best surgeon in the state!

First Impression: I had to wait 16+ months for an appointment. Then was forced to wait with about 25 other people for my informational seminar that was to be 2 hours and took 4!
Finally met Dr. I when he spoke to the group, and then alone for 5-6 minutes at the end. He was very kind, but also very direct. He seems totally committed to this type of surgery and I have learned he was an early pioneer of the laporoscopic procedure.
Everyone I talk to about him says he is the best! This does help to increase one's opinion and trust.
Office/Staff: Two very different things. The staff tends to be very good, but very over worked and busy. They will give you some time, but when it fits in their schedule. This goes diectly to how the OFFICE is run. DO NOT EVER think you will speak to a live person when you call in. I have been warned follow up visits on "clinic" days can leave patients waiting 3+ hours before they are seen. I get it that they are busy and in demand. So, hire a few extra people or accept fewer patients!
I had read one persons account of Dr. I and they thought he was very "aloof in his Armani suit." I didn't get that impression at all. I kind of expect a little bit of self assuredness in someone who will be coming at me with a knife!
As far as knowing more about him, just ask him (when you see him). He was very forthright about his past patients (both successes and failures - only a few in many years).
The AFTERCARE is considered essential to Dr. I and his entire staff. They are totally committed to it and have in house support groups as well as pre-op special sessions at the hospital.
The risks were spelled out, and spelled out again, and yet again. You really need to know that it isn't simple or easy - it is a big deal! And they make that clear. If your surgeon is NOT telling you the bad with the good... RUN AWAY!
So far, before the surgery, I give him and his staff high marks. I would love a little more attention from the whole crew, but current staffing/patient ratios are just too high.

I have only met Dr. Ikramuddin once thus far. He seemed very genuine to me and a pleasant man. The staff I have encountered have all been very helpful and friendly. They have been quite dilligent about returning any phone messages I have left. I started this process through a different hospital, so I have less experience with them, but so far it has all been very postive.

My first impression of the doctor was he had a very laid back attitude and was very matter of fact. He answered every question as if it were the most important. He also has a great sense of humor.

The first time I met Dr. Ikramuddin was at the semiar that I attended. He seemed very down to earth, easy to talk to at that time and I even though I have not had my surgery yet I am thinking he will be okay at this point.

Dr. Ikramuddin is a very experienced bariatric surgeon. I have only met him once during the seminar and an individual consult afterwards. He is very pleasant and professional. He was very rushed during our visit since he got "beeped" and also had about 15 other patients to attend to. He presented a thorough and realistic portrait of the risks associated with bariatric surgery. He is very approachable and I am very impressed with the whole process that has taken several months to become approved, the support groups, etc. The whole process is structured to help you achieve success, which I am very grateful for since this is such a huge decision.

When I met Dr. Ikramuddin, I was impressed by his matter-of-fact attitude. He didn't sugarcoat anything, but still came across as very caring about his patients and took time with us even though he was very busy. His office staff is nice and very knowledgable. One of the nurses, Joanie, is the best. She helps people out with whatever they need and always had the best attitude I have ever seen. She truly touches people. The whole office works together to give patients the best care. They are there if you have questions or just need encouragement. They let me know the risks, benefits, and and how to cope with everyday life after surgery. I would rate the surgeon very high. He had some unexpected things come up during the surgery, but handled them beautifully. I am very impressed with the way things turned out. The surgery was not painful for me and the healing process is going fine. I am so glad I chose Dr Ikramuddin for my surgeon.

Dr. Ikramuddin is my angel. He has an excellent track record and great bedside manner. I liked him right away because he seemed down to earth. He's not pompous. When I first started my journey there was a new assistant in the office. She was kind of grumpy. Then she left and the one there now is so nice.
The greatest thing the doc did for me was telling post op that the hard part was just beginning. He came in my room and sat down for just a few minutes. I knew he was bone tired and that made it mean so much more. I don't know that I would have started on an exercise program without those words from him. He told me that I needed to get my heart rate up to see good results.
There are many competent surgeons out there but I don't know that many have the level of professionalism AND compassion that Dr. I has.
On a scale of 1-10 I would HONESTLY rate him a 10.

dI only met him briefly after the seminar. He seemed very confident that I was a good candidate. I have alot of fears and he thought it was understandable, but assured me everything would be fine. His office has also been extremely nice and helpful.