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Bariatric SurgeryLafayette, LA

★★★★★4.6/536 reviews across 3 platforms

Ratings by platform

  • ObesityHelp (Acadiana Weight Loss Surgery): 5.0 out of 5 (average based on 17 ratings) (17 ratings)
  • Vitals (Dr. Philip Gachassin): 4.3 out of 5 stars (14 reviews)
  • Vitals (Dr. Dennis Eschete): 4.4 out of 5 stars (5 written reviews (20 ratings total))

What patients say

Patients praise

  • Highly regarded surgical competence and successful weight loss outcomes for many patients
  • Comprehensive, structured support programs including information resources and follow-up care
  • Professional, attentive, and compassionate nursing and support staff mentioned in many patient stories
  • Programs recognized for excellence, including Blue Distinction Center status for bariatrics

Common complaints

  • Concerns about bedside manner and perceived lack of compassion post-operation from some providers
  • Reports of billing issues, specifically double billing and difficulties with insurance coverage communication
  • Occasional long wait times for office visits
  • Isolated reports of dissatisfaction with diagnostic accuracy and post-operative recovery outcomes

In patients' words

"Dr. Gachassin and his entire office really are involved with the whole process... I was given a wealth of information and resources by everyone there. They made me feel completely at ease and confidant in what was happening."

Vitals Patient Review

"Throughout my entire experience, Dr. Eschete has been the absolute best physician. He is caring and calm. He makes my smallest accomplishments seem as big as the Pacific Ocean."

Vitals Patient Review

"Watch out for double billing..even with insurance they will charge you 250, then charge your ins comp. the same amt... Bad practices. Rude receptionist."

ObesityHelp Patient Review

How these reviews were compiled

Synthesized from public patient-review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8].

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