When Hamlet Garcia first began considering bariatric surgery, he felt nervous and unsure about
his decision. But from the moment he met our bariatric team, he knew he was in good hands.

Now, just four months later and seventy-five pounds lighter, Hamlet has gained a healthy lifestyle and a renewed sense of confidence.

The bariatric team, they take good care of you right from the first consultation. “There were very informative seminars about both
procedures where they openly discussed risks and results,” says Hamlet.

The comprehensive program employs in-depth pre-operative counseling, nutrition and exercise guidance, and provides ongoing support groups and compassionate follow-up care. “They taught me how to change my lifestyle so I could live a healthy life after the surgery was over,” agrees Hamlet. “It makes a huge difference to know you have a whole team of professionals behind you. The team handled my insurance forms, the nurses were so caring and understanding, and the doctors were always available.”

For Fanny Garcia, achieving and maintaining a healthy weight has been a lifelong struggle. Like so many others, she has experienced short-lived success with diets. Soon after she would lose weight, the pounds she had shed –plus more– would creep back on.

Fanny began to think about weight-loss surgery as her frustration with dieting grew, but the idea of undergoing surgery made her nervous. Even after her husband, Hamlet, experienced rapid weight loss following his surgery, she was still not convinced that surgery was the answer for her.

As her weight approached 300 pounds and health complications, including high blood pressure began to arise, Fanny’s family doctor urged her to get surgery. Six months after Hamlet had his procedure, Fanny decided she was ready. 

Four months post-surgery, and 80 pounds lighter, Fanny’s only regret is that she waited so long. “I could not have been in better hands. The team of doctors and staff are very professional and seek to accommodate patients from the beginning until the end of the process.”

Fanny was also grateful for the ongoing support she received. “Although my surgery was more than four months ago, they still make themselves available to answer questions and clarify my concerns.”