RecoverHealth: Success Stories

Successful weight loss is a life long commitment with rewarding health benefits.

Our patients are living proof of our
commitment and dedication to help
you achieve your goals.

Since I was fifteen years old, I have always had
a weight problem. I had tried different methods
of dieting for many years without results.
By the year 2003, I started researching information
about gastric bypass surgery. Two years later (2005),
I found Dr. Ramon Rivera and he has changed my life.

I contacted Dr. Rivera’s office and made an
appointment with him for an initial consultation.
He thoroughly explained the different types of
surgeries and how important it is to be at a
healthy weight. I was afraid of such a dramatic
surgical procedure but I thought that it was the
right decision. My surgery was performed at
Good Samaritan Hospital. I was assigned
wonderful personal care that helped me through
a successful procedure.

After the surgery, I lost 124 pounds in nine months.
A few months later, I got pregnant with (Samuel)
my first child after 18 years of marriage. Three
years after my surgery, I had my second baby
(Lucas). After childbirth I continued to maintain
my ideal weight. My life has changed in so many
different ways thanks to Dr. Rivera. I look and
feel much younger and healthier! Everyone can see the changes, but the
most important thing is that I can see the difference and I feel great!!

My gastric-bypass surgery was performed by
Dr. Rivera in December 2006. Since the surgery
I have lost over 100 lbs!

Prior to my surgery, Dr. Rivera thoroughly
explained the pros and cons of the various types
of weight loss surgery (WLS) procedures,
recovery time, side effects, etc. and has always
been available to answer any questions.

Continuous office follow-ups and attendance
at support groups is encouraged. I recommend
Dr. Rivera and his staff for anyone contemplating
WLS.

Jake K.
New City, NY