I have done a lot of research on both doctors but I am having a hard time picking one. Dr. Kelly was my first choice until I seen some adverse things about him on the internet. Can someone please tell me there experience with either doctor. I am looking to book the surgery in May?

Not sure what adverse things you have seen on Dr Kelly, but he is my choice over Garcia for a few reasons. Dr Garcia has five years bariatric experience, Dr Kelly has fourteen! Dr Kelly belings to the prestigeous FACS, Garcia does not. Dr Kelly also belongs to the American Bariatric Association. In my opionion, he is much more qualified, and he wouldnt belong to the FACS if anything you read was more than just idle gossip. at any rate, choose your doctor on their credentials, skill, and follow up care. Good luck

I will say that both appear to be good doctors & whichever one you go with I think you will be in safe hands!

However I chose to go with Dr Kelly just because he has more experience.

I was just sleeved by Dr. Kelly and I have no complaints!

I chose Dr. Garcia and am totally happy with my choice so far. I have spoken to tons of people that have been sleeved by him on this forum and on youtube so he is a good fit for me. I am sure both surgeons are good but you have to make a choice based on your own gut feelings. That is the only way you will have peace with your decision. Good luck and I hope you get your answers quickly so you can start your journey. My journey begins on May 7th and I am so excited and happy. My choice was also between Kelly and Garcia but I felt better about Garcia. He was the better choice for me but he may not be for you.

I was sleeved by Dr. Kelly on 4/9, I received excellent personalized care from both Dr. Kelly, his staff, and the nurses. I wouldn't hesitate to send a family member there.

Dr. Garcia has had good reviews as well. I just don't have any experience with him!

When I started my search last year, there was just not a lot of info about Dr Garcia. I still considered him because I like to save money and he was $700 cheaper. In the end I choose Dr Kelly and haven't had one minute of regret.

Thanks everyone! I am still researching other doctors too. I just want to make certain I pick one that I feel comfortable with.

I forgot to suggest talkung to both surgeons, and asking them all the questions you have. Sometimes having your questions answered to your satisfaction will help you decide

Booked Dr. Kelly for May 24th! After speaking with him I feel so much more comfortable.

After talking with his coordinator Omar and feeling comfortable with everyone elses reviews...I am booked for surgery with Dr Kelly on June 14th!

Congratulations. I had Dr. Kelly in March and couldn't be happier. I wrote about my experience on my blog here on this site.

I had Dr. Garcia. I intitially wanted to go with Kelly, but at the time there was a LOT of drama surrounding him and he had a death last July. My gut told me it was a bad idea, so I switched. My advice is to research and listen to yourself. I have heard Dr. Kelly is an excellent surgeon and I am NOT trying to deter anyone from going to him. I am only stating why I chose differently. I had a great experience with Dr. Garcia. Good luck to everyone!!