El Camino Hospital Hospital

My Doctor, Marc Zare. Sometimes in life we are fotunate enough to meet, know or come in contact with a person that has changed or enhanced your life in some remarkable way.
This man to me is Marc Zare.
Not only is he a remarkable surgeon, but his general kindness, caring and compassion for the people around him and his patients is truely the making of a amazing man.
From the moment I met him in the office, his demeanor was humble, his eyes reflected caring and his vast knowledge and experience exuded with each word that he spoke.
I felt confident and reassured with each word that ebbed from his mouth.
This WAS THE SURGEON for me! As I had interviewd several surgeons, not unlike a job interview, prior to my meeting with Dr. Zare.
In the recovery room (me still being quite groggy) I even asked him. "Am I a size 5 yet?" He gently smiled and said, "Almost" I absolutely love this man! This surgeon!
He has encourage me every step of the way, and never once emitted a pompous attitude on his fabulous surgical abilities. Infact, I teased him often about using airplane cable inside to hold things together. He rolled eloquently with the mere gesting.
My surgery went remarkabley well, the incisions are minimal and the after affects for now and long term are to say the least have done nothing but improve my physical and mental well being.
Thank You So Much Dr. Zare, you are an amazing surgeon and a wonderful, wonderful man.

I'am very happy with the outcome after my surgery. I feel good about myself healthwise. My office visits made me feel very comfortable with the surgery. Dr. Zare and Ben treated me very well and helped me to live and a better healthier life.

Thank you
So much for all your help!!

JV

Dr. Zare initial presentation was superb and it helped to prepare me for the roux en y bypass surgery. 10 months later, I feel healthier stronger and more fit. I thanks Dr. Zare's practice for my new lease on life.

S

I'am so Happy with my new size and good health. I'am so glad that I made the decision to have gastric bypass surgery. It is the best gift I could give myself.

Thank you Dr. Zare and Ben for your support.

I have had my first consult with Dr Zare. Yesterday was my first visit with psychologist(loved her). Tomorrow is my first visit with the nutritionist.
I feel very comfortable with him performing my life-changing surgery.
He gave me so much information and answered ALL of my questions(there were A LOT ;).
His assistant Ben, has been very helpful(and friendly) as well.
More to come...

My surgery has been scheduled for May 24, 2010. I can't believe it all happened so fast. I have wanted it for years, but have always felt it was so far out of reach.
Dr Zare has calmed my nerves as I WORRY about pretty much everything. I am worried about pain and he has made me feel very comfortable ;) about that. He makes me feel that he will be "there" for me the whole way.
His coordinator Ben, has made the whole process from start to finish, effortless. All I had to do was show up for my pre-op required appointments. I received approval from the insurance company 2 days after my final required psych. visit. 2 weeks until my surgery and all is good. I couldn't ask for a better experience pre-op.
Thanks Dr Zare and Ben Mendoza!

I met Dr. Rabkin at the April support meeting in Chicago in April. I was very impressed with him and his post-op patients. He seems down to earth and takes the time to explain your procedure and answer your questions.

I am early in the pre-op phase as my surgery was just scheduled today for August 25th. I knew that I needed a surgeon who has a lot of experience in revisions and Dr. Rabkin does. I've researched my revision from the RNY to DS and am peaceful with my decision.

All I can say is that it is definitely worth the travel from Chicago to San Francisco. The office staff have been so helpful and supportive as well.

Now I am jumping through the loops for getting my surgery approved by my insurance company. If not, I am going to be a self-pay. That's how much I want this revision.

This surgery has been a positive change in my life. I have lost a great amount of weight, my health has improved and I feel less tired and more energetic. I am very greatfull and feel blessed to have had Dr. Zare perform my surgery.

MR

My name is Librada,

Im willing to share my life changing results with you. Since my decision to have bariatric surgery, My Life has changed for the best, I no longer have high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol. My life is wonderful and getting better as time goes on. Oh yes I can now wear nice clothes. How wonderful is that!

Thank you Dr. Zare and Ben :)

My nursing care was amazing from beginning to end, from pre-op to being wheeled out of the hospital at discharge. Supportive, helpful - never felt like I was ignored or that my requests, questions or needs weren't the most important thing to all of my caregivers. The facility is new, beautiful and well equipped for paitients and visitors alike.

Dr. Zare is great! He was very warm and down to earth. Speaking with doctors can be intimidating for me but I was completely comfortable with him and his staff. They made this process so clear. He explained everything to me and was eager to answer all my questions. His assistant Ben is amazing! He helped me with the insurance struggle and even worked with my HR to find a surgery date that worked perfect for me. I really feel like I hit the jackpot with them.