"Dr. Trahan was very nice and really interested in me and my future. He was very direct but nice in the presentation of the information. I felt that he was truly committed to WLS. He facilitates many of the information seminars and support groups and is very approachable in all settings. He was very knowledgeable, not just in the actual surgical procedures, but in all aspects of the WLS journey. He practices out of The Center for Weight Management where he is one of 3 surgeons. The entire staff of the center is phenomenal and makes you feel as if you are part of a loving and supportive family from the moment of first contact and throughout the journey. They openly tell you that "you are ours for life" and you know that you will not be alone at any part of the journey--pre-op, during surgery, new post-op and years down the road. The UTMB Center for Weight Management has both medical and surgical options. Everyone you need to see if coordinated from this office and many of them are located in this center. The ones that aren't in the center are very near by and there is not a lot of running around to be done. Organized. Very easy to contact. They coordinate appointments so that multiple trips to the center are not necessary for those who have to travel to the center (or have a life). I would easily and highly recommend everyone at the center!!!! I know that completely 100% positive reviews are generally less informative or even suspect, but at this point, I honestly have nothing negative to say."
"Excellent listener. Asked pertinent questions. Was able to offer suggestions and explanations on my medication and conditions that I'd never had before (and needed). Interested in me as a whole, not just as a potential WLS patient. Offered to "be there" for me in the future for any psychiatric needs that I might have."
"Dr. LaForte was wonderful. He has lost a large amount of weight (without surgery) so he understands the issues involved. He is thorough and answers all questions. You get the feeling that he truly cares about you and your success. Knowledgable about all aspects of obesity and the management of obesity. Treats each person as an individual and not as a group of like people. No cookie cutter practice here!"
"Rose was very nice. She was easy to talk to and was able to answer all my questions. Has a office full of hands on displays for learning. She is a person committed to the decrease of obesity through medical and surgical weight loss options."
"Jodi is awesome!! She is committed to my education for the WLS. She is very knowledgable about WLS nutrition. She welcomes questions and challenges. She will tell you if there is something she doesn't know and then researches to find the answer. Very personable with a great sense of humor. I feel as if I am with a friend when I am with her. Committed to my success for the long term!"
