Shawn Garber Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS, FASMBS

Impressed how comprehensive the program is. I was very cautious because I've been a nurse for 38 years, and took a long time to make my decision. I was VERY impressed by Dr Garber, Dr Holover, Donna, and all the Staff at the office. Laproscopic surgery is so simple, quick, and virtually painless.

I can walk up a flight of steps, my knees almost never hurt now. I've lost 80lbs since having the band put in December 2009. Dr Garber is a miracle worker. He has excellent bedside manor. I reccomend him to anyone! Donna the PA is GREAT!

I should have done it sooner! Its the best thing that ever happened to me! I finally feel like a human being. I can hop, walk, skip, dance and have a good time! I've added years to my life. I was always in the ER for my illnesses and they were always obesity related. I used to weigh 335 and now I weigh 175! Dr Garber is next to GOD! HE SAVED MY LIFE!

Staff is wonderful. Dr Holover and Dr Garber have amazing bedside manor. They saved my life. I started at 285lbs and after only losing 24 lbs I'm already a new person and i'm much healthier. I had swollen legs all the time and now i never have swollen legs! i feel amazing. They gave me a new life.

I walked into Dr Gaber's office over 300 pounds and to date I have lost 100 pounds and kept it off for 5 years! This is the best thing i've ever done!

Dr. Garber is very professional, personable and highly skilled, especially if you are looking to have revisional surgery, gallbladder removal and hernia repair. Few bariatric surgeons are skilled in all these procedures, so beware and be sure to question their prior experience. Dr. Garber's office staff are very accomodating. Donna the PA is excellent and very helpful. Sometimes there is a long wait, but it is worth it to wait for the best Doctor possible. If he wasn't busy, I would be more concerned - since obesity is on the rise. AND - Lots of time is spent with each patient to explain the procedure, risks, what to expect and after care, in addition any questions are answered honestly. REMEMBER - NO SURGERY IS WITHOUT RISK and EVERY PATIENT IS DIFFERENT! Mercy Hospital was excellent and the 1/2 day explanation of the process, procedure, risks, and what to expect afterwards, was extremely well handled and very thorough - the nurse was excellent. If you were never operated on or have any qualms about the surgery, this session is a tremendous help! The procedure is probably the best thing that you can do for yourself if you have tried to lose weight many times over the years - it is life changing and saving! Do your homework, but you will not be sorry if you proceed. You will not only look better, but feel better and have more energy. Better health was my reason for proceeding with the surgery. Surgery is no picnic and not to be taken lightly. The initial pain is not terrible and it is well managed in the hospital. You are more sore than anything. I also lost blood since I had several procedures at once (removal of hernia, gallbladder, adhesions, scar tissue - as well as the lap band, plus my surgery was revisional, which is way more risky and subject to more complications - I also had 2 prior surgeries that were unrelated, so lots of scar tissue!). I had to have 2 blood transfusions during my stay.

Dr. Garber was the RIGHT CHOICE for me -He and his staff are Top Notch!! Great follow up care! MUCH Better experience than my first time (by pass) - I was more sick with that one, vomiting, endoscope to widen passage, lots of scar tissue - big cut, stomach will always stretch too - and I had a Top NY Dr too!! I lost a lot of weight, but gained back 25 lbs..and I watched and dieted too..

NOTE: This review is for informational purposes ONLY - no surgery is without risk and each patient is different - so do your homework - the decision is YOURS and YOURS ALONE. I offer this review as a summary of my experience only, my thoughts on Dr. Garber and his office - which were very, very positive from my perspective. Best of Luck to you and with your decision. This is not a panacea, but is a big help - you must stay diligent, watch what you eat and exercise (not stuff that I love either - but without it your result will not be as good!!!)!! Regards, JMD

The staff at the new york bariatric group is amazing. they were super helpful and always so kind. Dr garber is not only a GREAT surgeon, he is a nice guy as well! i couldnt be happier. i'd recommend this office to anyone looking for excellent bariatric care!

i was recommended this office by a friend. the staff is great and dr garber is wonderful. i feel very safe in dr garber's hands

I was very impressed with the Free Information Seminar and the doctor's track record. I had to see a lot of doctors before the surgery to get approval but it was all worth it. it made me feel confident that i was going into the surgery well prepared. i felt very safe in the hands of Dr Garber

Dr. Garber is probably the most down to earth doctor i ever met! From his exceptional beside manner to the polite, professional, and accommodating office personal. I have recommended Dr. Garber to everyone that has inquired about my surgury and high recommend him anyone looking for a GREAT doctor!