Hi there

I am looking to have lapband surgery... not sure where to begin! Can anyone recommend a DR on Long Island?

I am open for ALL sorts of info/tips and especially pictures!!

Ohhh and I would love to hear from people who have had the surgery a year ago and longer... thanks in advance!! :hungry:

well I can't help you with the doctors on Long Island, and I have only been banded since 4/6/07, but I do wish you all the luck in the world and welcome to the LBT site...there are so many people in here that can probably help you....they are caring people that will be glad to share any info they have...I find it such a comfort to come here and read the post..and replies....Wish I would have known about the site before I had the surgery....sure would have answered lots of questions that I had...

I used Garber, I had a beef with his office staff and there was much needed turnover. I just saw him to get back on track and I'm thrilled.

Good luck with your journey

Hi !!! I had my band done by Dr. Malhotra @ Long Island Jewish....OMG I love my Dr. he was great through the whole experience. He is very recommended and was referred to me when I was having my band done. It's been 6 months and I have lost 60 lbs so it's working. Another thing I like about him is he does the fills under floroscopy so there is no guessing about being too tight/loose. Good luck!!!

I love LIJ in general.

I'm glad to hear your doing well Alicat.

Hi Debby-- Am I reading your weight tracker right-- you gained weight? When were you banded and how did you gain weight? I did not think it was possible... if we can gain on the band then maybe I should do bypass instead? I don't mean any insult, just learning about the pros/cons of the band

Hello,

My Gynecologist recommend me to Dr Alan Geiss at NorthShore University Hospital in Syosset LI. Good Luck. I am just starting the process also.