Virtua Complete Weight Management Program Bariatric Center

My name is Desiree and I am 32 years old. I was a patient of Doctor Wasser in 2002...I feel as if I am a "success story", as they say. I lost about 160 Lbs and have not gained a single Lb back since. I am so thankful for the opportunity to get my life back and I enjoyed getting to live it with my 3 children!!! The past ten years are owed to the Doctor and staff that got me through.

LOOKING FORWARD TO MY DATE WHICH IS JUST A COUPLE DAYS AWAY DR WASSER HAS BEEN WONDERFUL JUST PRAYING THINGS GO WELL AND THE WEIGHT LOSS PROCESS BEGINS

Great surgeon, support staff extremely helpful.

My first impression of Dr. Balsama was a bit bittersweet, I had an appointment (my first appointment) and on the way to my appointment I received a call that Dr. Balsama was tied up at the hospital and that my appointment had to be rescheduled, I understand being unavailable it was just I was so excited to get started on my journey, I had left work early to go to the appointment but I felt it must have been meant to be. I was worried that my next appointment would be handled the same way and fortunately that appointment went uneventfully. I finally was able to meet with his surgical coordinator and also Dr. Balsama himself, I did not have many questions as I had my mind made up that I would have RNY surgery, I was given an extensive list of "THINGS TO DO" for insurance purposes before we could proceed. I have a wonderful primary care physician so getting referrals for everything that was needed was not an issue [Surgical Release from the following: PCP, Gynecologist, Pulmonologist, Cardiac, Psych] Also Labwork, Chest Rads, Upper GI & last but not least 12 weeks medically supervised weight loss program. When all of the above were done and I realized that I had NO co-mobidities I decided that the Gastric Sleeve was going to be best for me, I had my follow-up with Dr. Balsama and he agreed, we set a date for surgery, I still had to finish my weight loss program and then submit that information, the hardest part of the process was the 2 1/2 week wait for insurance approval.

Dr. Balsama is an amazing surgeon. I would highly recommend him, without question. My incisions are the most unbelievable, they are so beautiful there are no staples, there were no drains, the largest incision was about 2 inches, everyone who has seen them has remarked the same they cannot believe how beautiful they are.

I am not going to address any negatives vs. positive experiences. To each his/her own. Something I may not have found "professional" may not mean the same to another person. You have to take the good and the bad with any situation, the positives of Dr. Balsama far outweigh any negatives there could possibly be. The Kennedy Bariatric Program is wonderful, I was treated like a queen while in the hospital, the nurses, cna's, therapists etc all were right there and readily available if I happened to need anything.

Doctor Balsama is great. I have had no issues since being released from the hospital. However, I did have severely low blood pressure and he and his team ran every test under the sun to make sure I would be ok.

Dr. Wasser and his staff were very friendly at each visit. they answered all my questions and any doubts that i had. The surgery went well no complications and i am only 2 weeks post -op and feel great. Anyone who wants a very good surgeon should definitely use him he is the best!!!!!!!

I LOVE Dr. Wasser and Tina I'm getting surgery soon and I'm so happy hes my doctor, I only heard great things from people about him and thats why I drive over 1 hr to see him. Tina the nurse is the best !!! Im a pain in the butt I call alot but she;s always there for me she helps me with everything. I;m so happy I went with them and I can't wait for my surgery.

Well i had my sleeve for about three month's total and im losing and feeling great. I havent really had any problem's beside's with the gas in the beginning now im smooth sailing cant stop me now (lol) Love you Dr.Wasser for changing my life...

Although Dr Wassers office is a hour and a half away from my home i felt it was well worth the effort.Being a Vascular Surgeon was a big plus in my book.,I knew that would mean he was skilled in doing delicate surguries and i would be confident that surrounding organs would not be harmed.Dr Wasser and his team took the time to explain every aspect of the surgery and recovery.Although i had some unforseen complications that couldn't be helped,Dr wasser's cautious practices helped me to heal quickly and feel confident that a little extra time in the hospital was the safest thing for me.I highly recomend Dr wasser as an experianced bariatric surgeon.

I can say that Dr. Acholonu has the most caring and overall best interest for his patients. He can be very serious and have a great bedside manner as well. He listens to his patiens and their needs are always first. I am glad that I have chosen him to do my surgery, and I would recommend him to my family and friends. Thanks for the "loss" and the push I have always needed.