Hi all, I need to find a doctor for Lap Band. I want or would like to find one in my United Health Care - Choice Plus plan. Does anyone know of a Doctor in Charles Hospital or John T Mather Memorial Hospital?

They have to be In Network in ordeer to be covered.

Help please.

I live in Suffolk county but chose to go to Dr. Geiss in Syosset. I had an amazing experience and he comes highly recommended.

I wasn't able to find too many physicians in Suffolk county that do this exclusively or has a done a large volume of these.

Good Luck!

Thank you i'll have to see if he's in my plan

How are you coming a long?

st. charles and mather is usually done by dr. ahmed, but I don't think he takes any insurance as an in network. I have interview app. 3 surgeons and am going with dr. geiss, it is a hike from the mather/St. Charles area but he is extrememly experienced and worth the drive.

Good Luck on your journey.

I'm doing really well. I lucked out and didn't have gas pains. It was an easy recovery for me. I have lost 7 pounds since surgery, but I hope to make that move more now that I'm cleared to go back to the gym.

With Dr. Geiss you can tell that both he and his entire staff LOVE what they do, and really like to help people. His office is always busy, but I get in/out of there pretty easily, since I usually book early appts.

Good Luck. I know how we all want this quick, but when picking out a surgeon its best to take your time and make sure you are comfortable.

Dr. Geiss has an open support/introduction group on the first Tuesdays of the month at the North Ritz. Its across from Syosset Hospital, if memory serves me right. Its a great meeting, both informative and inspirational.

i'll have to check if dr. geissis accept inmy UHC plan

Thank everyone

Found a Doctor, Dr Nick Gabriel

So far i think he's great. Very kind and talks

to you about the whole procedure. The Staff work with you all the way. I'm scheduled for sometime in Feburary.

Can't wait.