David Chengelis Bariatric Surgeon M.D., F.A.C.S.

11 years ago I would have given a rating of 5+. Great surgeon who not only performed weight loss surgery on me but performed 2 subsequent surgeries with success. Compassionate doctor, trustworthy, hard working. Jump to fall 2017 and health problems that doctors involved suggested vist with Dr Chengelis. Not the same man. No compassion, no interest, no help. Disappointing is an understatement, hurt feelings etc. I guess once he's worked weight loss magic no interest in patient remains. I dearly trusted this man. I guess for future health issues will consult new surgeon and hope for same results as 11 years ago.

Excellent, caring, was with me every step of the way.

I am so pleased with the care I received from Dr. Chengelis. He was kind, compassionate, caring and very knowledgeable on the procedure. He took time to answer all of my questions and never appeared to be rushed at my appointments. I highly recommend Dr. Chengelis.

My first impression was that I liked him right away. Kind and compassionate, up front, explained everything.....

Office staff were also wonderful. From the check out person to the person scheduling my surgery. All took the time to answer my questions promptly and thoroughly.

I am 11 days out from having the sleeve surgery performed by Dr. Chengelis. I found the pre-surgery appointment to be informative and he was very straight forward. I am not one to joke around too much about something as serious as this, and he was a good fit from a bed side manner. I also suspect that if you are a patient who prefers more small talk that indeed this would not be an issue. Most importantly, he reviewed the procedure and the pros and cons. His staff did an outstanding job of quickly securing the preauthorization and my surgery date of the 19th. I am a teacher and wanted the recovery to be finished sufficient enough to return to my classroom and the office went out of their way to maximize my break. Didn't have to miss a day of work :)

On surgery day the process was very easy. The husband was with me to check in and the staff made it super easy. Beaumont had a nice lounge for my husband to wait in with a monitor that he could look at to see updates on my status. This was very appreciated.

Post surgery I had some nausea issues so I stayed in the recovery several hours longer than expected. My husband was worried, but Dr. C did go out and update him on anything. My husband is just one to worry :) During this phase the staff was attentive, medicines given to help subside the nausea, and I was too groggy to remember much more. I do remember the second I asked for something somebody was right there.

Next stop was my room with my husband waiting. I used the pain pump maybe twice, then stopped thinking that it was causing part of the nausea. Turns out I didn't need it anyway, surprisingly little pain. I had a hiatal hernia repaired at the same time, and I found that more uncomfortable then the stomach surgery. Use the spirometer and get yourself up walking as soon as you can, as that really helped overall. I was discharged the day after surgery, although if I wanted to stay an extra day that was an option. I loved that they let me go home as I was able to rest much better! My only very minor complaint about the whole process is that it was loud. My room was across from the nurses station and that noise was a little loud for my light sleeping pattern.

The nurses in the room were highly attentive and I felt exceedingly well cared for. I don't remember Dr. C coming to visit, but the hubby said he did. I do remember a resident or something visiting.

I was tested for leaks the morning after surgery. It went well, but I was a bit scared about swallowing the barium. I was still a little nauseous, but managed to keep it down. Overall that was as bad as I expected. (I was more nervous about that then waking up from surgery for some reason.)

Recovery at home has been a piece of cake. I had surprisingly minimal pain the first few days. Enough to be cautious getting up from a chair, but nothing terrible. Within a few days I was up out of chairs without a second thought. Started walking a mile with the hubby a few days after surgery. Overall, it has been a very positive experience and I highly recommend this surgeon and the Beaumont program. If I can I will update this further down the road to document the weight loss.

Update: I am now about 3.5 months post op and lost 64 pounds. I walk 4-5 miles a day and many times do the elliptical also. What a difference! I feel like I have my life back! The pre surgery loss was 26 pounds, and overall it is difficult to put into words how much better I feel! I am completely satisfied and look forward to even more success.

Update: August 9th, 2012
Month 1- 21 pounds
Month 2- 16 pounds
Month 3- 12 pounds
Month 4- 13 pounds
Month 5- 11 pounds
Month 6- 10 pounds
Month 7- 10 pounds
Month 8- 6 pounds
GOAL!! 8 MONTHS, 6 DAYS 132 POUNDS LOST BMI UNDER 25!
Month 9 -5 pounds
Month 12 -2

Total post op: 114 pounds.
Pre op: 26
Total Loss: 140
BMI 23.9 ... Starting BMI was 42 or 43
106% EWL

Update: June 1st, 2013. Maintenance thus far has been no problem. Weight has been stable within a 5 pound range or so since goal. Still go occasionally to the support meetings and I make sure I follow-up with labs to confirm there are no issues. Looking into plastic surgery now.

Update: November 26, 2013 Lost a bit more weight for a total of 150 pounds now. Maintaining still going smoothly and overall excellent health.
Loving this sleeve!

I had the Vertical Sleeve done on July 13, 2011. Dr. Chengelis and the entire Beaumont Hospital staff have been incredible. Dr. Chengelis fills you in on exactly what will happen, the risks and the rewards. His staff is friendly, helpful and experienced. I have had absolutely no complications and would highly recommend Dr. Chengelis if you are in the area. If your not in the area, its worth the drive.

Dr. Chengelis had completed a surgery on me approximately one year prior to my decision to have gastric bypass. Finally, I made the decision to have the surgery. His office staff is excellent. All of my questions were answered in a quick professional manner. I was able to secure a surgery date within weeks of my decision to have the surgery completed.

I had the surgery completed and was discharged from the hospital the very next day! I was nervous about going home (alone), but after being home for a few hours, I realized this was the best place for me to be.

After being home a few days, I started to feel like I did not have surgery! My only reminder was upon eating and drinking. I had to remember to drink slowly.

Chengelis and his staff are excellent! I am utilizing the services available to bariatric patients at the Beaumont Weight Control Center. So far, I feel great!

Dr. Chengelis is the BEST. He really cares about his patients and wants us all to get healthy and live longer.

I can't think of anything negative about him - he was wonderful. He has a great follow-up program as well.

His information meeting gave me more than I ever expected - I learend a lot.

Totally recommend him for anyone in MI!

Dr Chengelis is an amazing talented doctor with an amazing bedside manner! He's funny, and easy to talk to!

This is my second doctor/hospital but should have been my first. (MY OPINION) I'm praying for the Dr. and nurse that I will no longer have to deal with and where I was terrribly disappointed. But I'm so very glad that God saw my pain and distress and I'm so thankful for Beaumont's Bariatric Center of Execellence, it's where I should have been all along. The Weight Control Center (WCC) staff, Karen, Kim, Ryan, Ryan, Chris, Shirley, Dr. Chengelis and Dr. Zelisin and Laura all are unbelieveable. As nervous and disappointed as I have been they have made me more comfortable than I ever thought I could be.
They all were more informative than I could have ever imagined, addressed each of my concerns with courtesy as if I were their only patient. I'm looking forward to the next steps to becoming the new me. I'm trying not to cry as this has been emotional journey as I'm sure it has been for most of you, but after getting side tracked it has been twice as difficult.

I met with the Dr. again and I am just as comfortable as the first day I met him. Now I'm ready for my life changing surgery, as I am prepared to use the tool that I have chosen.

Dr Chengelis did my RNY May 12th and I was home May 13th I dont think I can say anymorernabout his competence if you are thinking of surgery he's your surgon. He is a caring surgeon and will take his time to give you all the Info that you ask for