Northeast?? Need a VSG DR.

[Curvyjudy 0]

Hi All,

I have been reading everyone's posts for awhile now and appreciate all the info I have been getting. Thanks,

I am looking for a Dr. in the Northeast to do my VSG, but am having trouble finding one. I would be willing to travel, but would prefer to drive, so anyone in driving distance... Mass, NJ, CT, etc.

Does anyone know of some experienced Drs up here?

Thanks,

Judy

[Tiffykins 672]

You can check out Dr. Gagner on Obesityhelp.com

He was in Florida for a short time, and then went overseas to teach the sleeve and other bariatric and lap procedures to surgeons in Europe.

I believe the last I saw on the Florida forum, he is now practicing in NY. He's one of the best, and has a phenomenal reputation.

I have zero personal experience with him. But, his name came up during my research for my revision. Unfortunately, he was already in Europe when I was able to get my insurance stuff figured out for revisions. I liked his stats, his patient testimonials, and the sheer fact that he is a well rounded surgeon, not just for bariatrics. I did independent research as well on him as I did with many US and Mexico surgeons.

And of course, there is the Weill Cornell Medical Hospital in NY, New York.

Again, no personal experience, but their guidelines, stats, and reputation for bariatric procedures are well respected and documented.

Best wishes in your research.

I know one member here (bushidomaster) is having his surgery in NY, but I don't remember his surgeons name. You could find him through the member list at the top of the forum, and possibly shoot him a message.

[Bambi 0]

Dr. David Buchin in Lake Success, NY (affiliated with NS-LIJ hopsital). He's located on the Queens/Long Island border. He did mine. Great surgeon, follow up care and wonderful bed side manner....I highly recommend.

[Jen570 0]

Hi Judy! I live just south of Albany. I know Dr. Singh at Albany Med does it but I went to Dr. Pomp down in NYC and couldn't be happier! :biggrin0: Jen

[Catyroses 1]

I had mine done on Long Island at South Nassau Communities Hospital by Dr. Vohra. He's just wonderful, as is his staff. South Nassau is a Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery and Dr. Vohra is the Chief of Bariatric Surgery there. Here's a link: Dr. Rajeev Vohra - Bariatric Surgeon, Weight Loss Surgery, Obesity Management, Hewlett Long Island New York Good luck, whomever you choose.