Joshua Steiner Bariatric Surgeon M.D.

I already had a positive impression before I met Dr. Steiner because of comments I heard while having my E-scope at St. Joe's. When I met him I thought he was \"easy on the eyes\". The first visit I had at the office was not the best impression because it seemed there was tension with some of the staff, \"loud comments from one in the back to the receptionist\" that made me very uncomfortable. I did not appreciate her attitude toward her coworker in front of patients. Also, I talked to some of the staff members on several occassions and there was one imparticular person that I thought to be rude and short. However, on later visits things to seem be normal. If you want a particular doctor you have to look over their staff. I cannot say all of them disappointed me. They all did a great job. There was nothing I did not like about my Dr. I rate him a 10 out of 10. I think both bedside manner and surgical competence are important to the patient. Of course surgical competence is the most critical, but bedside manner makes it sooooo much easier. I want to mention Dr. Steiner made special efforts to check on my daughter that was admitted to the hospital 4 hours before my surgery and continued to check on her without me asking just to make me feel at ease. You cannot find that kindnest very often. I will be forever greatful.

I met Dr. Steiner when he did my wife's surgery and felt confident in his ability right away. I wasn't disappointed either, because my wife has had zero--read--ZERO complications! rnDr. Steiner has a great \"bedside\" manner and really knows his stuff! Dr. Steiner, you ROCK!!

I had my pre-op visit with Dr. Steiner yesterday, Oct 4, 06) and was very impressed with him. He really seems to enjoy answering every question and stressed that he is always available to take phone calls. He was recommended to me by my orthopedic surgeon and I have every confidence that I'll be in excellent hands on October 10 -- just 5 more days!!!!

Dr. Steiner rocks!!! I don't have enough space here to tell the tale how this surgeon is truly an artist! He doesn't just do his work, he does it well. I've not had any nausea, vomiting, and the pain has been minimal. I'm less than a week post op as I write this and my stitches are healing incredibly fast!rnWhen I first met Dr. Steiner, he reassured all my fears, while at the same time, made me fully aware of the complications that can arise. He has an excellent bedside manner and truly cares for his patients. rnI highly, highly recommend him to anyone contemplating this surgery, because not only will he do a good job, he will give you the comfort and confidence he can. rnThank you Dr. Steiner; you ROCK!!!!rnrn

Dr. Steiner has been a wonderful and very caring surgeon. He explained everything I needed to know. He answered any questions that I had. He was very caring with letting my family know how the surgery went. His surgical competence and bedside manners where both great. I would sugest Dr. Steiner to anyone because he is just overall awsome. The staff at the center for weight loss is excellent. So anyone that hasn't chosen a surgeon Dr. Steiner is the best.

Dr. Steiner is awesome. I immedidately felt at ease after meeting him. He explained to me that he is here for me, that there are no stupid questions and that I will be in good hands. He is very confident in his abilities and thats how a surgeon should be. He stated that he and his partners will be here for me through my whole journey.

Dr. Steiner was so incredible nice and caring. He immediately made me feel at ease. His staff is also very helpful and friendly, and have always seemed happy to answewr any questions or concerns.
Dr. Steiner and his team are very adamant about aftercare. I was out of the hospital about a week before the RN called to check on me. I had never had that happen before!

Dr. Steiner has a wonderful attitude concerning both bedside manor and surgical competence. I would give him a 10+++ on a scale of 1-10!

I truly believe that I was blessed to find the best physician in the world to perform my surgery. Dr. Steiner is highly skilled, very supportive, and one of the most caring people I have ever met. He was very thorough in explaining the pros and cons of the procedure and made me feel very at ease about the process. I feel so much better now than I did before the surgery. I can do more with my children and have a better relationship with my entire family because I am no longer held back by my weight. My doctor is my hero and I highly recommend him to everyone. The entire staff at the practice is beyond wonderful. You're not just a patient there, but a friend. I love them all dearly.

Dr. Stiener is the most compassionate and
caring man. He is straight forward and honest
about your risk. But he says, he "will be with you all the way". I look forward to seeing him because he always makes you feel as if you are his only patient. He truly believes in WLS
and is an excellent surgeon. I am a big fan.
But I'm getting smaller ha! ha!

My first impression of him was good. He was very open to listening to me and my husband and he actually had a personality and laughed with us. I had already dealt a lot with his staff when I finally got to sit him down and ask questions. I am grateful for his staff and the comprehensive program that they have put together. They really make you feel like you are not alone and there is tons of support from the dietitians to the exercise philologist and the front office staff. I really feel like each patient is their top priority. The Doctors and the staff take the surgery VERY seriously and don't want you to take this tool lightly. They are really great at motivating you any way they can. Overall great Doctor that is enhanced by a great staff!