Atrium Health Bariatric Center

My first Impression is that Dr Bauman is strict, But also very good at what he does.. I am not nervous at all about him bieng my surgeon because I know that I am in good hands. The staff is very nice and helpful, If you go in the office don't bring your sweet tea ( he stood on the table and said "Stop drinking sweet tea, it's killing you" It was actually pretty funny. I mentioned my lengthy family history of blood clots and he is sending me to a hematologist. I am without a doubt pleased with my decision to choose Dr Bauman.

dr. bauman is the greatest. I think he is one of the best on this side of the country.When we first met I didnt really think that much of him but I heard he was a reputable surgeon. So I hung in there and his staff were really nice. They do take care of everything as far as the insurance company is concerned. I didnt have to do a thing. Also they are really taking good care of me since the aurgery and really want you to succeed. Overall I feel blessed to have had dr.Roc to have performed my surgeey. If you can get dr.Bauman you will not be disappointed.

I am post op 3 years as of yesterday, 11/29/09...I lead the Gastric Bypass Support Group at CMC-union in Monroe and after meeting and getting to know others over the last 3 years who have had the smae surgery from Dr. Bauman and others, I can unequivocally say he is the only surgeon I would go to!rnrnPeople who have surgery with others in the Charlotte area, aren't required to attend monthly nutritionist visits for the first year, they come to the meetings at 2 weeks post op and say, I can eat soft foods!\" They don't know what foods to eat. Dr. Bauman and his nutritionist, Diane Stout, give you a list of foods and instruct you how to measure them and eat the right amount of proteins and healthy carbs. rn rnThis is exactly what obese people need, we have to learn a new way of eating healhty so that we won't go back to our unhealhty eating habits from before surgery. rnAnyone who is post op 1 year can tell you that you can pretty much eat what you want, it you haven't learned the proper way to eat and the proper foods to eat while the restriction is at it's best, immediately post up, you are setting yourself up for failure.rnrnAdditionally, Dr. Bauman is always available, if you experience any concerns, complications, or probelms, even a couple of years out, he is avaiable to see you and guide you to a solution to your problem. I still see him each year around my anniversary just to make sure everything is still going well and there are no new updates I might need, the goal was to get healthy, not just to lose weight.rnrnHe and his staff are always very considerate and helpful in any and all situations whether they pertain to surgery or it ends up being something that needs to be seen by another physician.rnrnSeveral in our group have had complaints about thier physicans and their office staff...complaints from not getting lab results to a complete lack of compassion and concern when problems have arisen after surgery. rnrnAlthough he is very direct and to the point, which some people don't care for, I appreciate his honesty and not mincing of words. rnrnAs a member of the health care field, I can attest to Dr. Bauman's excellent success rates and low infection and compilcation rates. He is superb!rnrnI can't say enough about him and his staff, he truly has a desire to help us achieve long term success. He has helped to facilitate my \"new lease on life\" and words can't express how grateful I am to him and his staff for helping me to achieve my goals...as he reminded me from the beginning, weightloss surgery is a \"tool\" it goes \"hand-in-hand\" with my deterination and abiltiy to change my former habits.rnrnKaren Carpenterrn

Dr. Bauman is very skilled and caring. The office staff is great. He makes sure that everything possible is done to minimize risks and have the best outcome possible. I felt completely safe putting my care in his hands. He is very strict about adherence to the program.

Dr. Gersin was a great surgeon. He has a dry sense of humor and isn't very touchy feely, but he gets the job done. He has lots of experience and I felt 100% confident in him. My gastric bypass went smooth. rn

Dr. Gersin and his staff were awesome. Even though Dr. Gersin had to leave town for a seminar the day after my surgery his parter Dr. Kuwada and Dr. Chen were awesome during the recovery phase. Dr. Gersin is easy to deal with. He is straight to the point and very easy to understand. He does not dumb things down nor does he try and speak over your head. I am 4 days out of my surgery and despite being a little sore I feel great. rnrnThe whole practice was great. Nothing negative to report.

My pre-op care was excellent. I am now 7 weeks post-op, 51lbs lighter and any appointment I've had with Dr. Kuwada has been very informative. He is a kind, respectful and brutally honest man. That is a necessity when you're dealing with a patient's life. I would absolutely recommend Dr. Kuwada.

I am only one week post op, however based on my recovery I feel Dr. Gersin did a fantastic job with my VSG Surgery. I have been a patient of Dr. Gersin since February 2016 and each encounter with him has been pleasant. He is very informative, well educated and patient which are all qualities that have been conducive towards helping me reach each goal during this Weight Loss Journey. I highly recommend his services to anyone considering Bariatric Surgery.

I have been very pleased with Dr Kuwada from the first visit to the procedure and now for the after care.

Dr. Bauman and his entire staff are amazing. It took 2 months to get a consultation appointment after I went to the seminar but I'm glad I waited instead of going with someone else. I met with them yesterday for my initial consultation and I have to admit I was more than a little nervous. But they are so welcoming and put me at ease almost immediately. I felt very comfortable talking with them and beginning this process. They were very patient in answering my questions and making sure I was well informed. Overall they are great and for the first time in a very long time I have hope, all thanks to Dr B and his staff. I will update again after my next visit.