Weight-loss Surgery | Baptist Health South Florida
Bariatric Surgery • Bartow, FL • 1 (South Miami Hospital program) or at Baptist Health South Miami Hospital locations
About
Summary: Baptist Eye Surgery Center (Baptist Health South Florida) offers weight-loss surgery options including robotic laparoscopic procedures and enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) programs. Based in Sunrise, FL, the program provides resources for patients, international services, and professional education. Contact: 833-692-2784 or 305-271-9777. Website: miamiobesity.com. Note: the page also references heart health resources and overall obesity/treatment services within Baptist Health.
Clinic Type
Bariatric Surgery
Address
Baptist Health South Miami Hospital (Weight-loss Surgery program)
Phone
1-833-692-2784
International@BaptistHealth.net
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- ObesityHelp (Baptist Health South Florida Organization): 5.0 out of 5 (86 ratings)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Marlon Pastrana): 5.0 out of 5 (122 ratings)
Patients praise
- Professional and knowledgeable surgical staff
- Successful outcomes and symptom improvement
- Comprehensive after-care support groups and educational resources
- Patient-centered approach with compassionate bedside manner
Common complaints
- Long wait times for appointments and post-op visits
- Difficulty reaching staff or scheduling appointments with specific surgeons
- Occasional concerns regarding billing and coverage disclosures
"I knew I was in good hands there and that I would be well taken care of. The staff is absolutely incredible and they make you feel so at ease."
— Baptist Health South Florida News article"The only negative thing about Dr. Gonzalez is the very long wait I have had every time I have gone to see him... Two hours past my appointment time is not an unusual time to wait."
— ObesityHelp review for Dr. Anthony GonzalezSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Baptist Health launches Baptist Weight Management Solutions - The Ponte Vedra Recorder — Apr 16, 2026
- Anthony S. Rossi, DO - BayCare — May 22, 2026
- UHealth Offers Comprehensive Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery Program at Doral Medical Center - InventUM — Oct 2, 2025
- Orlando Health Breaks Ground on New Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery Institute — Feb 26, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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