Just wondering if anyone can share their experiences with being banded at NYU - my surgeon is Dr. Fielding - but I would not mind hearing about anyone or any aspect of the practice. Also, info about care on the day of surgery. I am in early stages of the process and have talked to Dr. Fielding about specifics i.e. does he prefer Lapband or Realize, should I expect same day procedure or overnight...those sorts of things.

They're not a "center of excellence" for nothing, ya know!

I'm with Dr. Fielding. I am impressed with his résumé but he always seems so distracted when I see him. I know he's busy and every time I see him he always seems to be coming off an emergency or some other problem so maybe it's not fair.

Anyone have insight into Dr. George Fielding? I love that he has the band himself.

Dr. Fielding was my RNY surgeon and he was awesome. He would see me everyday after my surgery and I love his team. I love NYU but then I am a little bias cause I did my nursing school there lol. I will see Dr. Fielding this month for my 6 month follow up. Am down 60 pounds. I was 210 and now I am 150.

FYI, in case anyone follows this thread regarding the support group meetings, we have had to cancel todays meeting and will meet next Saturday instead. Feel free to PM me if you want/need information on time and or location for next week.