Matthew Metz Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS

From the time that I decided to really take charge of my personal health, Dr. Matthew Metz was there to help me make the right decisions for myself. I went in thinking that the sleeve would be the easiest; and, found that, when I travel out of country, I need more (not less) medical care. I changed my mind and went with the roux-en-y instead. I am SO very happy that I did that! I had surgery in July of 2012, three years ago. Prior to surgery, I took 6 prescribed medications for health problems ranging from "border-line" diabetes to high blood pressure and thyroid disease. I now only take the food supplements necessary for my body to utilize the food I eat. No more prescriptions! My medical costs have gone from a monthly (or 6 week) checkup to once a year follow-up for my surgery. I have lost one of myself, going from a size 3XXlarge down to a size SMALL or size 8 pant! I am very healthy, happy, sleep better and always have more energy than I did when I weighed nearly 300 pounds! My knees, hips and back do not hurt like they did before and my sleep schedule has improved to where I now sleep about 5-6 hours in a row! I cannot say enough about having the surgery; everyone has the ability to take charge of their health - I encourage you to do the same. I hope anyone who is skeptical about the results will (at least) come to the support group at Parker Adventist to chat with others who have been in their shoes. So many don't do anything because of fear (or ignorance); come chat with others who have had surgery, or are contemplating it - you will learn so much - and, knowledge is a real weapon at your disposal to help you make the right decision for YOU!
Thank you, Dr. Metz! I owe my new life to you!

Cindy Norris-Brown Dr.Metz is the most caring, professional, and knowledgeable surgeon I have ever been a patient of. I tell all of my friends and coworkers to go to him. I am a nurse on a surgical unit at a teaching hospital and I am impressed by Dr. Metz and his willingness to share his knowledge with others, he actually told me any of our residents who are wanting to learn his skill he will mentor because he wants people to learn the right way for patient's safety. I will be having surgery again soon and I feel very confident in Dr.Metz! Not to mention he has an excellent team behind him. HE IS A TEN STAR SURGEON!!!

I have nothing but exceptional things to say about Dr. Metz and his staff. My first experience with Dr. Metz was in 2011 when I attend a seminar on bariatric surgery at this time I found Dr. Metz to be very informative, willing and able to answer the questions presented and extremely professional and polite. A few months following this seminar I had my first appointment and began the process of qualifying for the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery. Dr. Metz surrounds himself with a staff that is equally knowledgeable and as caring as he is. By September of 2011 I was having my Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery everything went exceptionally well. My post surgery appointments were full of encouragement, successes and emotions. I appreciated Dr. Metz’s honesty and straightforward attitude. A year and a half later I was down 80 pounds, looking great but facing emotional stress that comes with life. I had started breaking the rules that I knew could…would put my health in jeopardy and the next thing I knew I found myself meeting with Dr. Metz again but this time it was in an emergency situation. I had a perforated bowel and developed ulcers that required an immediate and complicated surgery. I found myself in the ER…I was scared, disappointed in myself and embarrassed that I had done this to me. Dr. Metz had been contacted by the hospital, arrived early in the morning and greeting me in his usual candour manor. Did he scold me? Yes…did he help me? Yes…He said to me “Let’s fix this together.” In both cases Dr. Metz consulted with me prior, explaining my condition, the procedure he’d be performing, while in the hospital he visited me daily as well as speaking with my spouse/family explaining to them the necessary support required in order for me to be successful. I wouldn't have gone to anyone else...

Ever since the 1st time I met Dr Metz I was totally at ease. He is completely brilliant, professional, thorough and a fabulous surgeon & doctor with a great bedside manner! His office staff is top-notch. I would highly recommend Dr Metz and his staff they saved me and gave me another shot at a great life! They are also a Center of Excellence facility and it shows. These people truly care about you-

Dr. Metz
can I Please just say thank you, You are truly an amazing doctor. You were refered to me by a friend Barbie Berg and I am so glad I went with that recomendation. I have never once regretted my decision to be sleeved. I will be sucessful along with your expert advise. Every single person at your staff is amazing and even the entire process of pre admissions. Janell is so wonderful and suppoertive. Thank you Thank You Thank You

Sincerly Your fan
Nancy Shotts

Do you want a surgeon that will remember who you are? I did. Although it is a great feeling when he doesnt recognize you because your surgery worked so well! Dr. Metz is an amazing surgeon and his team is amazing also! I highly highly recommend them and I know they will not steer you wrong and you will not regret choosing him!

When i was debating whether or not to have weight loss surgery i called 4 different bariatirc centers within 20 miles of my house. As soon as I called Dr Metz's office I knew that i would have the greatest success with him and his team. The front desk lady named jo was so informative and helpful. At my first visit i saw linsey ( dietitian), aimee ( social worker), allison (NP) and Dr Metz. It was so great to be able to see everyone under the same roof vs. having to do many different visits to different places to accomplish what i needed. By the time i left I was fully informed, as was my husband, and we felt extremely comfortable in Dr Metz's capable hands. He was like no other doctor I have ever seen. Everyone i saw was so supportive and informative.
I had the gastric sleeve and sugery went without a hitch. The hospital was so clean and comfortable and the staff was great. I have done all the recommended follow up with dr metz and his team so far and look foward to seeing them everytime i go. I am so pleased with my weight loss and would recommend anyone sturggling with thier weight like i did to make an appointment to see Dr Metz and his amazing team. You will not regret it!!!

I work in a Denver hospital and first met Dr. Metz when he was in checking on another patient of his. When he was finished making notes in the other patient's chart I started a casual, inquisitive conversation with him and he was very willing to talk to me. We didn't have long to chat, so he left me his contact information.

When I called the next day it was actually Dr. Metz that answered the phone. This impressed me because most surgeons would let the phone go to voicemail if their office staff couldn't get to it; "We all help each other around here," was his comment.

My first appointment was two days after that phone call and on that day I met with Dr. Metz, Allyson (his Nurse Practitioner), Lindsey (his Dietitian), Justin (his consulting Psychologist) and Jo (his Office Coordinator). Aimee has since taken over the psycho-social position on the staff. All of the staff ... every time ... has been super-easy to work with.

So far as bedside manner, he's one of the best you could hope for. He starts with observing and listening instead of theorizing and lecturing. He doesn't "sugar-coat" anything, but he's very thorough and will not leave a subject until he's sure that you understand what's going on.

I'm not very far into aftercare, but it is very structured and I know that the answer to any question that I have is only a phone call away.

In conclusion I most highly recommend Dr. Metz & his staff for anyone who is considering bariatric surgery of any kind, even if you have to make a significant drive to get to them.


Troy Roberts,
RNY - 12/20/2010

Update as of October 6 2010. I was VERY impressed with Dr. Metz's office staff, office set up and his nurse practitioner. He was AWESOME...very thorough and patient. Great sense of humor and good about answering questions. Is a pleasure to deal with. He was very personable with both myself and my partner. Linsey, the dietitian was good as was Aimee, the social worker. I appreciate the fact that Dr. Metz and his NP, Alison were both open and affirming to my family and are open with communication.

Very nice, easy going and caringrnmy impression has not changedrnoffice staff is very nice; there was one person that kind of rubbed me the wrong way a few times though.rnmaybe a tad rushed and to the pointrnhe emphasizes after care with his support staff of dieticians, Nurse practitioner and social workersrnyes there is structured after carernI signed p/w about risks but originally was going to have VSG. Did not discuss risks about Lapband.rn0-10 rating would be a 9 (so far)rnboth surgical competence and bedside manner are important to me! :)