Bariatric Surgeons in Kansas
Bariatric Surgery • Topeka, KS
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Last gathered July 11, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- ObesityHelp (University of Kansas Physicians Topeka Bariatric Center): 4.77/5 (50)
- ObesityHelp (Dr. Bernita Berntsen): 5.0/5 (22)
- ObesityHelp (Dr. Carlyle Dunshee II): 4.6/5 (22)
- KU Health System (Dr. Bernita Berntsen profile): 4.9/5 (380)
Patients praise
- Surgeons are frequently described as skilled, professional, and knowledgeable.
- Many patients report successful outcomes, improved quality of life, and satisfaction with their surgical results.
- Positive feedback for office staff, nursing care, and support programs when available.
- Patients appreciate surgeons who are thorough in explaining procedures and answering questions.
Common complaints
- Some patients reported feeling rushed during consultations or interactions with surgeons.
- Occasional concerns regarding the adequacy of post-surgical aftercare programs or long-term follow-up support.
- Mixed experiences regarding ease of communication or accessibility of surgeons post-operation.
"Dr. Berntsen listened intently to me, and addressed my comments and concerns in a clear, concise and seemingly unhurried manner."
- KU Health System patient review"Dr. Dunshee is the best doctor i have ever gone to! He is very professional & just takes the time to really listen."
- ObesityHelp user review"I do think most of my interactions with her felt very rushed... Do not expect her to sit with you and hold your hand post surgery. It was pretty brisk, in and out, but I was not dissapointed in her work."
- ObesityHelp user review regarding Dr. Bernita BerntsenSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Center For Nutrition and Preventive Medicine - Kansas City Magazine - Oct 28, 2025
- Kansas: “We Have to Work on the Lifestyle Stuff” – States of Healthcare - Sep 4, 2025
- The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus Recognized by BCBSKS for Higher-Quality Spine Surgery and Knee and Hip Replacements - The University of Kansas Health System - Jul 22, 2025
- BCBSK recognizes facilities for higher-quality spine surgery and knee/hip replacements through speciality program - Jul 12, 2025
- BCBSK recognizes facilities for higher-quality spine surgery and knee/hip replacements through speciality program – Care Harbor - Jul 17, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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