Experience matters—especially when it comes to your health and well-being. With over 3,000 lives transformed so far, we are the experts when it comes to weight loss surgery and support. Our dedicated team is composed of specialists in their respective fields, allowing us to offer the most comprehensive post-operative patient care program available in Canada today.

Kathy

- Patient Care Coordinator
Banded in November 2000, Kathy was the fifth patient in Canada to have the gastric band procedure, giving her a common understanding with our patients who struggle to lose weight. Both knowledgeable and experienced, Kathy conducts one-on-one pre-operative consultations and provides a sympathetic approach in taking patients through the details of the procedure in a 'non-medical' yet informed way.

Rosanne

- Patient Care Coordinator
Banded in July 2005, with her constant smile and happy demeanor, Rosanne is the first point of contact at Slimband — an invaluable resource for all those interested in finding out more about the gastric band and about us. Rosanne works closely with the rest of the Slimband support staff to ensure that both present and prospective patients receive the best level of care and attention.

Caryl

- Patient Care Coordinator
Caryl’s outstanding client service and enthusiasm ensures the best care for all those looking for more information about Slimband. Caryl works closely with the rest of the Slimband support staff to ensure that both present and prospective patients receive the best level of care and attention.

Belina

- Post-Op Coordinator
Banded in January 2001, Belina was among the first patients in Canada to undergo the gastric banding procedure. As Post-Op Coordinator, this first hand experience provides Belina with the understanding and knowledge needed to offer support and advice to post-op patients. Belina works closely with the rest of the support team to ensure that ongoing guidance and support is available to patients during their post-op weight loss journey.

Dr. Alexandra Gellman

- H.D., R.B.C.
As Slimband’s new Motivational Weight Loss Coach, Dr. Alex Gellman brings over 25 years of experience in the wellness industry, having developed a healing practice in homeopathy, nutrition, emotional and physical iridology, and behavioral coaching. She is also a published author and a TV personality, with appearances on Breakfast Television, Wedding SOS, and Style By Jury, among others. A very in-demand motivational speaker and an expert in Life Coaching for Weight Management, Dr. Gellman will provide our post-op patients with the tools to apply life-changing habits leading to permanent weight loss, focusing on their self-esteem and self-discovery.

Dr. Barry Simon

- MD, FRCP, Psychiatrist and Psychoanalyst
Dr. Barry Simon is a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst that specializes in the psychological and motivational aspects of diabetes, obesity and binge-eating disorder. In addition, he is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Consultant with the Leadership Centre for Diabetes. Dr. Simon has written two books on weight management, had a weekly newspaper column on healthy living and developed a distance learning, weight loss surgery and supoort program. For the past decade he has educated dietitians, family doctors and medical specialists on effective motivational psychological strategies for weight loss and lifestyle change.