Patient stories

~ M M, Laparoscopic Roux-en-y Gastric Bypass Surgery ~

Thank you Dr. Zaré for giving me the tools to change my life!

I had my laparoscopic roux-en-y gastric bypass surgery in July 2011. I have lost more than 100 lbs so far and I am very happy living an active life. I was initially nervous about having the surgery but Dr. Zaré thoroughly...

~ C D, Bariatric Surgery ~

March 2012 – 3 year update!!!! I am happy to report that 3 years after surgery I have maintained my incredible weight loss. My current weight is 150 with a BMI of 23. Since my surgery I have become MUCH more active!!! I take yoga classes regularly and have become a runner. (Last year I ran 3 half ...

~ M S, San Jose: Hernia Operation ~

Dear Dr. Zaré

Just a short note to again express my appreciation for your expert attention and skill with my recent hernia operation. There was NO pain or discomfort experienced during the post-surgery period, and things have returned to normal as you predicted. My thanks also to Ben...

~ A L, San Jose: Laparoscopic gall bladder surgery ~

Dr. Zaré performed laparoscopic cholecystectomy to remove my gallbladder. He was very reassuring and took the time to explain everything about the cause of gallstones, the various treatments and possible problems. He made me very comfortable and at the time of the surgery at Good Samaritan Hospital...

~ J S, San Jose: Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair ~

I recently received a laparoscopic surgical treatment from Dr. Zaré. He is extremely pleasant and compassionate in addition to being a talented surgeon. Highly recommended.

~ G K, San Jose: Laparoscopic Roux-en-y Gastric bypass ~

I would like to say THANK YOU Dr. Zaré for saving my life. After going through a divorce after 25 years, I decided it was time to care of me. I can’t believe it has been 1 year since I have had my surgery and 150 pounds I went from a size 28 to now a 10-12!!!! I am now able to cross my legs (whic...

~ R W, Santa Clara: Laparoscopic colon surgery ~

A few weeks before my 79th birthday I began to experience a series of seemingly unrelated symptoms: insomnia, leg cramps, abdominal pain, diarrhea, , weight loss (about 5 pounds a month, without dieting or any new exercise), and chronic fatigue. There’s probably no “official” medical explanati...

~ C I, San Jose: Laparoscopic bariatric surgery ~

I went to Dr. Zaré in April and had my surgery! He has helpeed me change my life! It is amazing! For the first time ever, I was able to go on a slide with my son at the park. It was such a huige moment in my life! I have lost over 125 pounds since April 18, 2011 and it just keeps going! Thanks Dr. ...

~ J C, San Francisco: Laparoscopic Heller Myotomy ~

My eating and my life is pretty normal – I walk and exercise everyday – along w/ my normal day-to-day. I’m not a believer in God – but I have been dealt a miracle and I am conscious of it every time I swallow solid or liquid. I want to run up to people I witness eating/drinking and shake the...

~ P B, San Jose: Laparoscopic Roux-en-y gastric bypass ~

I have been in the medical field for the last 25 years. For the last 10 years I have researched the gastric bypass and have seen different surgeons for this procedure, not really feeling comfortable with these different surgeons. I had put off having the surgery. I talked to my primary care doctor, ...