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R. Maurice Bonilla, M.D., Internal Medicine & Weight Management

Helping thousands of men and women lose weight since 1985.

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five stars
June 28, 2022 on google.com

I wish I could give 10 stars! Dr Bonilla and his staff are
great! Kelly at the front desk is always helpful and makes going to the doctor easy. I started seeing Dr Bonilla years ago and I can say he’s one of the most thorough Doctors I’ve been too. I started his weight loss program a year ago and have lost almost 140# with it. It has truly saved andchanged my life. I have never have felt pressured to buy anything so I’m not sure what the other review was about. There is no magic that the doctor does to lose weight he can only guide and help you have to be dedicated and do a lot of hard work. I just wanted to post this to say Thank You to the Dr. and all his staff for there help!

five stars
December 19, 2021 on google.com

Dr Bonilla’s weight management program is very effective. I’ve dropped nearly 50 pounds in 14 weeks! The staff is wonderful, accommodating and supportive.

five stars
June 1, 2021 on google.com

The following would not have been possible without Dr. Bonilla. This is a slightly modified excerpt from a recent blog I wrote: “I’ve struggled with my weight since I was in high school and have gone up, down and practically sideways on the scale over the years…The first few months of Covid made the freshman 15 look like child’s play. Last summer, after finally mustering up the courage to speak with Dr Bonilla, we agreed that it was time for a bit (ha ha) of an overhaul of my eating and exercise. A few weeks in, I started to see the benefits. On top of looking better from the weight loss, I’m feeling better, too. I’ve noticed that my mind is clearer, and my stress and anxiety have become less bothersome. In the past few weeks, a few people have even mentioned to me that they think I’m happier eating this new way and that I seem more at peace with myself. I’m so glad I did this and while I wish I’d done it sooner, I recognize that I started when I felt that I could not when I thought I should!” The depth of Dr. Bonilla’s knowledge and experience in the weight loss arena cannot be understated. While other doctors offer some of the same services, when you work with Dr. Bonilla, you see him every single week. That gives you and he the opportunity to tweak things that aren’t working and reinforce those that are. He helps to fill in the confidence you may not have on your own. Many doctors say that they individualize weight loss plans but in this case it is true. It wasn’t easy but it was more than worth the effort and expense of getting back a life I was pretty sure was out of my reach. Dr. Bonilla, thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me. Seeing obesity as a chronic medical problem rather than a character flaw was eye opening and helped to eliminate some of the shame many of us feel regarding our weight and difficulty managing what we eat. It has been and likely will always continue to be a bumpy ride. Thanks for accompanying me!!

five stars
March 18, 2020 on google.com

I have been a patient of Dr Bonilla’s for the last thirty years and have been extremely satisfied with his care, competence, professionalism and overall approach to his patients well being in numerous ways. His overall bedside manner is the best and will refer you to other specialists when needed. After these many years I would consider him a friend who cares. His staff has always been very polite, friendly, caring and competent. The latest practice of separating patients while waiting to avoid contact and maintain “social separation” during the ongoing pandemic is comforting, smart and reassuring. Overall BRAVO Doc!!!

five stars
March 18, 2020 on facebook.com

Dr Bonilla is one of the best physician I have ever been to. His kindness, concern and professionalism is just fabulous and his office staff is so helpful and kind. One of the best medical offices in Tampa.

five stars
February 29, 2020 on google.com

Dr Bonilla is the best doctor i have encountered across the US – he has a true passion for helping patients, has amazing bedside manners, listens well, doing appropriate due diligence on the symptoms before finalizing his diagnosis. What makes him unique, is that he has chosen to help patients than chase riches, something he could easily do providing a concierge service. Outside of treating my entire family for over a decade, he has an amazing network of specialists that he is intimately connected to in the tampa bay area. I could go on and on, he receives a rare 5 star rating from me and my family!

five stars
January 31, 2020 on facebook.com

Dr. Bonilla is an excellent primary care doctor and CARE should be in capital letters. He met me at his office after hours and diagnosed my “shortness of breath” ( I thought to be allergies) as a possible severe heart issue and then he drove me to TGH ER! Now I have a pace-maker and look forward to many more years due to his quick actions. My family is forever indebted.

five stars
January 31, 2020 on facebook.com

Dr. Bonilla is an outstanding physician who goes out of his way to provide excellent care to his patients. His staff is courteous and responsive, and his office is conveniently located.

five stars
January 29, 2020 on google.com

UPDATE: After a total weight loss of 46 lbs, I was out of Tampa for five summer months, but stayed with Dr Bonilla’s weight maintenance plan. I came back having gained back only 3 lbs, which came off quickly. Now I am in the final phase, losing another 11 pounds to reach the final weight level of 190 (down from 247). Thanks again to Dr Bonilla and his entire team. And, once that goal is reached, I am staying on the maintenance plan — the monthly accountability helps me stay on track. I went to Dr. Bonilla at the recommendation of my GP. And, boy, was she right. Its difficult to lose weight at age 64 and keep it off. But, working with Dr. Bonilla has produced a dramatic and rapid success. I reached my initial weight loss goal of 30 lbs in less than eight weeks. On the advice of my GP and Dr. Bonilla, we added another 16 pounds to that goal, which I am rapidly approaching that. We have already begun discussing the next phase – maintenance. Not only is Dr. Bonilla a certified expert in medical weight loss, he is also a forward- looking advisor and one with good intuition about when one might go off the rails. The staff supports him and me with great efficiency and enthusiasm. The office is clean, well laid-out and has great off-street parking. I heartily endorse Dr. Bonilla to you, if you are serious about losing weight and putting yo-yo dieting behind you.

five stars
January 22, 2020 on google.com

I happened to find Dr. Bonilla on a regular google search. Him and his staff are very friendly and professional. He really listens to you and gives really good advice.

five stars
October 2, 2019 on facebook.com

Dr. Bonilla is the best! He is my primary care doctor & is excellent and listens carefully to all my concerns in that role. He is experienced & caring and actually came to see me twice when I was at TGH with a heart event that happily turned out really well. But I have also lost 55 pounds on Dr. B’s weight loss program and I could be more thrilled!! I knew it would work because I did the St. Joe’s program 30 years ago (before Dr. Bonilla was the medical director of that progr…am) & it worked the best & I kept the weight off the longest of anything I ever tried. I lost the weight with Dr. B, seeing him (yes, you actually see HIM) every week, over the course of 6 months. I’ve been on maintenance for 4 months & doing well! No, it is not cheap, but worth every penny and I’ve started a brand new active lifestyle at 64! The products taste great & are very satisfying. I can’t say enough! Go see him & do it!!

five stars
October 2, 2019 on facebook.com

Dr. Bonilla is the best! He is my primary care doctor & is excellent and listens carefully to all my concerns in that role. He is experienced & caring and actually came to see me twice when I was at TGH with a heart event that happily turned out really well. But I have also lost 55 pounds on Dr. B’s weight loss program and I couldn’t be more thrilled!! I knew it would work because I did the St. Joe’s program 30 years ago (before Dr. Bonilla was the medical director of that pr…ogram) & it worked the best & I kept the weight off the longest of anything I ever tried. I lost the weight with Dr. B, seeing him (yes, you actually see HIM) every week, over the course of 6 months. I’ve been on maintenance for 4 months & doing well! No, it is not cheap, but worth every penny and I’ve started a brand new active lifestyle at 64! The products taste great & are very satisfying. I can’t say enough! Go see him & do it!!

five stars
September 8, 2019 on facebook.com

Dr Bonillia is a very professional, thorough, and kind physician. The office is clean and organized. He was on time and I felt very comfortable with his care. I would highly recommend him to anyone!

five stars
March 27, 2019 on google.com

I chose Dr. Bonilla initially because he is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital and specializes in gastroenterology, bariatric, GI and weight issues as I had unexplained weight loss and I’m actually underweight. He actually listened to me and took the time to properly test me and evaluate my symptoms for a proper diagnosis. He is the first doctor in 7 years that has helped me troubleshoot my issues to get my gastrointestinal issues under control. He continues to work with me as well as his staff, especially Penny! I have done immuno testing for toxic foods through his practice and I’m following that protocol and cannot believe how well I feel. It has changed my life. I would highly recommend Dr. Bonilla.

five stars
March 8, 2019 on google.com

Dr. Bonilla is absolutely wonderful! Not only is he a great doctor, he truly cares about his patients. Recently, I called his office because I suspected that I had a sinus infection that was quickly worsening. Not only did his staff tell me to come in the same day, Dr. Bonilla was not in the office that afternoon and came back after visiting the hospital to take care of me. He is truly an amazing doctor.

five stars
March 7, 2019 on yelp.com

If losing weight is your goal come to Dr. Bonilla right away. I am glad I did. He very well understands this chronic medical condition and has multiple tools in place to help you lose weight. I reached my initial weight loss of 30 lbs in eight weeks using a mix of home cooking and food products from Dr. Bonilla’s store. This medical weight loss program provides the support I needed to really lose a lot of weight – not easy at 64 with a full work schedule and international business trips. Some of the products (shakes and protein bars) are ideal for people who are very busy and/or on the go. The office is very well staffed, efficiently laid out, easy to get to and has off-street parking in Hyde Park, Tampa. I am well on my way to my final goal of losing 48 lbs and am already talking with Dr. Bonilla about how he and his program will help me maintain my weight loss. I heartily endorse Dr. Bonilla to anyone who is serious about losing weight. David Jodice, Tampa, FL

five stars
December 22, 2018 on google.com

Dr. Maurice Bonilla is what I think of when I think of a competent, caring, professional, experienced, Medical Physician with humility and kindness….Just the right combination for a great Doctor! I feel fortunate that he is my Family Doctor and that he can advise me for my medical needs! I am well pleased, after having a large medical group handle my medical issues the past 5 years in a less than professional way – there is a big difference in private practice Doctors! Thank you Dr Bonilla for your good care. Sincerely, Jan Baldwin, Tampa.

five stars
November 15, 2018 on yelp.com

Today was my first appointment and I am so thrilled with Dr. Bonilla and his awesome staff! Love penny, who made making an appointment a breeze and took such good care of me. Joanne was so kind and explained why she was asking certain questions and also what to expect and very knowledgeable. The waiting room was perfect, clean and had great magazines (important to some people) did not have to wait long, just enough of a wait to fill out my new patient paperwork, which I have to tell you, was not the phone book width amount I’ve had to fill out at other offices. And last but not least, Dr. Bonilla was one of the most polite, most caring and most thorough doctors I have ever met . My husband is a patient as well and we are happy to have found a doctor that we don’t mind going to!

five stars
August 31, 2018 on facebook.com

he cares about.his patients and his.office.staff are very nice

five stars
July 14, 2018 on healthgrades.com

Dr.Bonilla is an Amazing , Caring and professional Doctor who is I’m my opinion is the Epitome of Excellence. That’s what you want in person who is looking after your Health and well being. Also the Office staff are so personable and well mannered when dealing with Guests .. Thank you all ??????????????

five stars
July 6, 2018 on google.com

Dr. Bonilla offers flexibility in meal plans that make it easy to count your daily intake of calories. When you get stuck on your weight loss, he always has a suggestion to get the weight off again and it works! His staff is friendly and helpful. I’ve lost 52 lbs in 6 months and feel great. I highly recommend this program.

five stars
July 6, 2018 on ratemds.com

Dr. Bonilla takes his time and listens to what I have to say and asks questions to fully understand my concerns. I never feel rushed o r that he is in a rush to get me in and out. Maybe that is why he has been my Primary for 20-30 years and my health is as good as it is. He also has a friendly and caring staff.

five stars
July 6, 2018 on ratemds.com

Excellent weight management program offered by Dr Bonilla. He takes time with each patient explains everything in detail.

five stars
June 15, 2018 on facebook.com

I just met with Dr. Bonilla yesterday for the first time. He was knowledgeable and professional and very pleasant to talk to. He listened to my few concerns and immediately addressed them with easy solutions. I look forward to him being the primary doctor for husband and myself.

five stars
June 12, 2018 on google.com

Great Dr. And great staff! They take time to listen and are genuinely nice people!

five stars
May 16, 2018 on google.com

Dr. Bonilla, Penny and Staff are a breath of fresh air. There is always and bit of trepidation on first time visits to a new physician. Dr. Bonilla and staff are sincere, engaging, kind and considerate, very pleased i found my new doctor!!!

five stars
May 8, 2018 on google.com

Always has time to listen and explain. Got me in fast when I didn’t feel good. Nice guy as well as a really good physician

five stars
December 26, 2017 on google.com

Dr. Bonilla is wonderful and thorough. His staff is friendly and they always run on schedule!

five stars
November 13, 2017 on facebook.com

His office staff is very pleasant and helpful. I was late for an appointment, called, and they said no problem, just come on in. They shuffled a couple of people around and took care of me.

five stars
July 13, 2017 on yelp.com

Dr Bonilla is the absolute best! You’ll never question why he’s in the medical field. He generally cares about people’s health and helping them anyway he can. I’ll never go to another doctor.

five stars
July 7, 2017 on merchantcircle.com

Dr Bonilla and his staff are wonderful and supportive. You are not “herded in” with 30 other people trying to lose. They don’t shame you into losing weight. His program teaches you how to lose weight then properly monitors and supports your effort. It not a “take a pill and temporarily lose weight”. They support you long term. If you want to lose weight the right way and keep it off, see Dr. Bonilla. Take it from someone who thought I could never do it. 50lbs gone in 8 weeks under his care, exercising regularly and now knowing how to eat.

five stars
June 8, 2017 on healthgrades.com

Dr Bonilla makes you feel like you’re his only patient. Like he has all the time in the world for you. He carefully listens. Dr Bonilla is very, very kind. Dr Bonilla is an excellent diagnostician. If you want a physician who will truly care for you, it’s Dr Bonilla.

five stars
December 26, 2017 on google.com

Dr. Bonilla is wonderful and thorough. His staff is friendly and they always run on schedule!

five stars
November 13, 2017 on facebook.com

His office staff is very pleasant and helpful. I was late for an appointment, called, and they said no problem, just come on in. They shuffled a couple of people around and took care of me.

five stars
July 13, 2017 on yelp.com

Dr Bonilla is the absolute best! You’ll never question why he’s in the medical field. He generally cares about people’s health and helping them anyway he can. I’ll never go to another doctor.

five stars
July 7, 2017 on merchantcircle.com

Dr Bonilla and his staff are wonderful and supportive. You are not “herded in” with 30 other people trying to lose. They don’t shame you into losing weight. His program teaches you how to lose weight then properly monitors and supports your effort. It not a “take a pill and temporarily lose weight”. They support you long term. If you want to lose weight the right way and keep it off, see Dr. Bonilla. Take it from someone who thought I could never do it. 50lbs gone in 8 weeks under his care, exercising regularly and now knowing how to eat.

five stars
June 8, 2017 on healthgrades.com

Dr Bonilla makes you feel like you’re his only patient. Like he has all the time in the world for you. He carefully listens. Dr Bonilla is very, very kind. Dr Bonilla is an excellent diagnostician. If you want a physician who will truly care for you, it’s Dr Bonilla.

five stars
January 10, 2017 on healthgrades.com

Dr. Bonilla was very kind and considerate and provided a very thorough exam. Best doctor I’ve visited in my 69 years.

five stars
January 7, 2017 on google.com

Best physician I have ever seen. By far the most knowledgeable primary care physician I have ever encountered, and even more importantly he genuinely cares about the health of his patients. Every visit, every time, he is genuinely engaged with me as a person and as a patient. I have never felt even the slightest bit that I was a “product” or “health consumer” paying for services and, but instead like a patient under the care of a doctor who takes his professional oath seriously. Too many physicians, for a multitude of reasons both excusable and inexcusable, seem to view their patients as just a means to earning money and therefore the quicker and more efficiently they can dispatch with the visit and end their time spent with each patient the better. Dr. Bonilla is an “old-school” doctor that seems less driven by economic efficiency and more by the dignity and professional ideals of what the word “Doctor” has meant for generations of us growing up before the modern focus on health efficiency outcomes.

five stars
September 21, 2016 on facebook.com

Dr Bonilla takes his time to talk to his patients. Makes you feel like the only one at the office. His entire staff is very helpful and nice.

five stars
September 13, 2016 on facebook.com

Doc Bonilla is tops… he and his staff never keep you waiting long, they listen to you and treat you like a thinking human being. They take their time with you yet still seem to have time for everyone. I highly recommend Dr. Bonilla and his practice.

five stars
April 27, 2016 on yelp.com

Dr Bonilla has been my fathers doctor for some years now. I was so impressed with how attentive he was to my fathers health that I made the switch over to Dr Bonilla. He was able to order a blood test and diagnose me after the first visit, something my previous doctor hadn’t done in over a year!

five stars
March 11, 2016 on healthgrades.com

One of the best doctors in town

five stars
March 11, 2016 on healthgrades.com

Always makes me feel comfortable. He’s super caring and competent.

five stars
March 10, 2016 on google.com

Actually “cares” about his patients. One of the best doctors in Tampa, and the best I’ve ever had. Super honest, and kind.

five stars
March 10, 2016 on yelp.com

Great Doctor. Always kind and competent. I’ve been a patient for over 10 years, and would never think of going to anyone else.

five stars
February 15, 2016 on merchantcircle.com

Dr Bonilla is an outstanding doctor, listens well, analyses thoroughly, before making recommendations. He is one of the few doctors that takes a step back to understand the causes of ailments before prescribing medications. He has a great personality and wonderful bedside manners. I have referred my sister and brother to him. He is my physician for over 10 years…

five stars
February 13, 2015 on yelp.com

I have never met a more dedicated doctor! I see why he was voted one of the top doctors in the country. If you value your health, go so Dr. B! He is a dying breed!!!

five stars
November 17, 2014 on google.com

Bride to be! Came in for weight loss before the wedding. But it’s not just that typical bride behavior that drove me to seek help for my obesity (Im 210 lbs at 5’1″) it was for improved health and giving myself the best chance at having children too. I knew that no matter what I did, I couldn’t seem to lose the weight and keep it off. Emotional eating side I’m genetically prone to bring overweight. That’s when medical diets and retraining your rating habits comes in. Dr. Bonilla and his staff treat you with respect, are fun, cordial and very educational. I’m now down to 197 lbs in one month. Lifestyle changes stick due in part to being held accountable for your actions. With their support and my family’s, I’m on the road to bring the best me I can be. It was the best, most affordable thing I’ve done for my life. So if you relate to my struggle, give them a shot. You’ve got nothing to lose but the weight!

five stars
August 12, 2014 on yelp.com

I have been an employee at Dr. Bonilla’s medical office for six months and I must say, it has been an incredible experience. There is no greater feeling than going to work and feeling appreciated and that is just the way I feel every working day thanks to the kind words of one of the greatest doctors around. Dr. Bonilla is one of the kindest, most caring and genuine people I have ever met. Not only does he treat his staff this way, but his patients as well. The compassion he shows for each and every patient in his practice is evident and a very desirable trait in a physician. The credentials, experience and brains are all important qualities for a doctor but Dr. Bonilla is the whole package.

five stars
May 4, 2014 on vitals.com

Terrific for our first meeting. I would recommend to anyone. Very nice and thorough.

five stars
April 21, 2014 on vitals.com

As a new patient, I didn’t know what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised. It took me less than 10 mins to be seen and the doctor was extremely thorough, and seemed to really care. The short blonde receptionist was especially nice, and everyone else was very professional in the office as well. I would recommend him to anyone.

five stars
April 14, 2014 on vitals.com

i have been a patient of Dr Bonilla and I have never had a Dr that cared so much and listen to details and ask all the right question to diagnose the illness I had, yet he makes you feel at ease always with his smiles and courteous staff.

five stars
February 26, 2014 on vitals.com

DR. BONILLA LITERALLY SAVED MY SON’S LIFE! MY SON WAS GOING TO A CHIROPRACTOR BECAUSE HE HAD A BAD BACK. HIS BACK CONTINUED TO GET WORSE AND WORSE. I HAD HEARD THAT DR. BONILLA WAS A VERY GOOD DIAGNOSTICIAN. DR. BONILLA THOUGHT MY SON MAY HAVE OSTEOMYELITIS OF THE SPINE. HE IMMEDIATELY ORDERED AN MRI AND THE MRI DETERMINED THAT HE DID HAVE THIS DIAGNOSIS. OSTEOMYELITIS OF THE SPINE HAS A VERY BAD PROGNOSIS. DEATH OR PARALYSIS CAN OCCUR IF NOT TREATED. DR. BONILLA PUT MY SON IN THE HOSPITAL ASAP!! TODAY MY SON IS A HEALTHY 24 YEAR OLD MAN. I WILL FOREVER BE INDEBTED TO DR. BONILLA!! THANK YOU DR. BONILLA!!

five stars
November 21, 2013 on vitals.com

I’ve been going to him for over 10 years and he continues to be one of the most conscientious doctors I have ever known. He helped my elderly mother through her dying days, which I will forever be grateful. I would strongly recommend him to anyone.

five stars
April 21, 2011 on vitals.com

Overall experience has been exceptional and has an on time schedule rather than a sit and wait.Diagnosis of problem and medication adminstered was accurate unlike other Bay area Dr.sHighly recommend Dr. Bonilla and have nothing negative to report.

five stars
February 18, 2011 on vitals.com

working with Dr. Bonilla for weight loss and losing weight has been a breeze. Moreover, Dr. Bonilla and his staff have been caring, professional and quick! I wish I could see him for everything. This is the first doctor I have ever had who makes it a point to call and check in on progress. Very caring, supportive and has a passion for his job. I pay for his services out of pocket as my insurance doesn’t cover the services and he and his staff are worth every penny!

five stars
December 21, 2010 on vitals.com

Have been a patient of Dr. Bonilla’s since 2003 when I moved to Tampa. I have since moved to Orlando, but still have kept him as my doctor and so drive an hour and a half away for my appointments. His medical skills and credentials are amongst the best, if not the best, of any family physician in the area. His respect and concern for his patients have made me recommend him to all my friends, family, and colleagues. I have a tremendous amount of respect for him and will be a life-long patient

five stars
June 1, 2010 on vitals.com

Staff very nice and professional. Dr. like old fashioned kind Marcus Welby but younger and more handsome.

five stars
May 13, 2010 on vitals.com

Very thorough examination . Very pleasant atmosphere in the office . answer all your questions . Is not in a rush

five stars
December 23, 2009 on vitals.com

Wonderful…. very thorough. I’m one of his regular patients ( not on the weight management program).

five stars
August 15, 2007 on merchantcircle.com

they couldnt be ANYYY better!! i look and feel great :)

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