Life After Surgery
Synergy Bariatrics will now host a band clinic in the Souther Tier. Our patients may schedule an appointment to be seen at Cuba Memorial Hospital available on the first Tuesday of each month.
Please call the office at 716-565-3990 x 100 for more information or to make an appointment.
Patient Satisfaction Survey
We at Synergy Bariatrics are constantly working to provide exceptional service to all those we care for. In order to continuously improve our practice operations and ultimately serve you better, we would like your feedback.
Please take a few minutes to let us know about your experience with us. We are interested in what you have to say, both good and bad. This in turn will help us to provide better care for you – our patient for life.
Thank you for helping to make us better.
Patient Testimonials
For those of us who are struggling with weight, the latest diets have all been tried before. The choice to have gastric bypass surgery may seem like a drastic one, but to someone who has had weight issues, it can be a lifesaving decision. It was for me.
In coming to Synergy Bariatrics, I was very nervous. My experience at Synergy has been a very positive one. From the time I walked into the office, I knew I would be in good hands. I was treated with dignity and respect from the nurses to the office staff. After meeting with Dr. Caruana, all my anxieties and apprehensions were answered in a very easy to understand way. I felt like Synergy Bariatrics was, and continues to be, the right place for me.
One week after surgery, I fell down some stairs and broke my leg. After a few weeks I was cleared to do some light exercises and came to the gym at Synergy, cast and all. Trainers Mark and Julie were very accommodating and always offer encouragement and guidance.
Everything at Synergy is extremely upbeat, from the support meetings to the members of the gym. Everyone has an optimistic attitude, always offering praise and support. It is wonderful to come to a place where everyone knows exactly what you are going through.
I look at this weight loss journey as a work in progress. I have lost almost 140 pounds. My goal is to lose 200 and I know that with the help and support of everyone at Synergy Bariatrics, my goal will come to fruition.
Submitted by Romayne Krawczyk
My journey at Synergy Bariatrics began in November 2008. I have lost 85 lbs so far! Synergy Bariatrics is my new 'family'.
It started with handing in the paperwork------to the surgery-----and it now continues at the gym. Everyone from the office staff to the trainers have helped and supported me to continue on my journey of healthy living. I am at the gym 5-6 times a week and love to exercise! The trainers Julie and Mark have supported and guided me onward, teaching me new exercises, boxing and being my friend. I'm even running on the treadmill and hope to run in the Turkey Trot with the synergy team at Thanksgiving.
I attend Support meetings 2x a month and found that the love and support I receive there has kept me moving onward. I have made many new friends and we support each other and guide each other while we are working out (from discussing recipes, workout routines clothing sizes, and even dating).
My new 'family' at Synergy Bariatrics has given me a new and wonderful outlook on life and what is to come for my future. Look at me now (in a bathing suit) and full of CONFIDENCE!!!!!
Submitted by Tina Zbytek
Additional Testimonials
In August 2008, I visited Dr. Ron Lelito for a screening when considering lap-band surgery. i found Dr. Lelito to be caring, knowledgeable and informative.
It was a very positive experience at a very difficult time.
- J. J. George
From the beginning process of psychological evaluation and very productive therapy sessions with Dr. Lelito to nutritional behavior sessions with Maria Weber, each process was necessary and meaningful to me while contemplating and then successfully completing the life changing surgery and its future benefits.
Medically, I am off all diabetic, blood pressure and sleep apnea medicines. I have increased energy enabling me to exercise 3 - 5 times per week. Without a doubt, this surgery has saved and prolonged my life. It has given me a better quality of life also.
- R. D'Agostino
Local Support Groups
The decision to proceed with weight loss surgery should be made after careful consideration. Patients find that the support of others who have had surgery is very helpful
in dealing with the stresses after surgery.
Lisa Naylon, RN, CBN is a patient and liason to Synergy Bariatrics and other support group leaders. Lisa moderates several groups throughout the month that meet in our Fitness Cafe. Some meetings are more appropriate for those considering surgery, while others focus on topics that post-operative patients want to discuss.
Moderated by patients of Synergy Bariatrics, many support groups have started in the Western New York and Northeastern Pennsylvania area. A list of local support groups is available in our office. These are attended by a patients who are at various stages of the weight loss surgery journey and usually follow this agenda:
• Statement of the purposes of meeting
• Self-introduction of prospective/active patients and family members or friends
• Moderated discussion about expectations from surgical procedure – gastric bypass or gastric banding
• Discussion about selected topics like:
o Importance of protein – good protein sources, protein supplements
o Importance of fiber – recommended amounts, good protein sources
o Fluid consumption
o Strategies for healthy lifestyle adherence
o Coping with the stresses of weight loss surgery
o New product review (taste testing)
o Relationships with family and friends
o Hot topics in bariatrics
o Combating weight regain
• Recipe sharing
• Wrap-up
Meeting Dates and Times at Synergy
Lisa Naylon, RN, CBN moderates 3 monthly meetings:
Gastric bypass patients: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 6
* A signer will be available on 2nd Tuesdays for hearing impaired attendees
Gastric band patients: 3rd Tuesday at 6
