searching for a lapband surgeon in Buffalo

Hi all,  has anyone had a positive experience with a surgeon in Buffalo?

I am currently going to the Kaleida Comprehensive Weight Loss Clinic.  There are 3 very good surgeons there.  I am going through all the testing right now and hope to possibly get a date next month!    Here is a link to the site.  http://www.kaleidahealth.org/weightloss/

Hi,  I checked the site out and am impressed.  Thanks so much for tuning me in.  Good luck to you in your journey!  Corinne

I have gone to Synergy Bariatrics in Williamsville (suburb of Buffalo) and had a positive experience. I have come to know many happy patients through the support groups there. I had open RNY with Dr. Caruana, but he now has an experienced associate who does lapband. I'm sorry -- I don't remember the new doc's name.
You should check them out.
http://www.synergybariatrics.com/
Maria

Hi, thanks for the info,  I will check them out. Congrats on your weight loss -  you're doing great!  Corinne

I went to kaleida comprehensive weight loss center and was banded 3/31. i was very pleased with the center and my surgeon. i would highly rec them

I am currently going through the application process for both Synergy and CWLC. Can you tell me how long it took to see a surgeon after all of the paperwork was turned in. I heard it is an 8-9 month weight for CWLC. Is this true? Also I am at a BMI of 35 with comorbidities. I am nervous about even losing a pound and not being able to get approval. Are you weighed in clothes or a gown? I need every ounce.

at cwlc after they review your application u get set up for the seminar and your first appt. it took me awhile as i delayed it because i was starting a new job. they weigh you with your clothes on. it does take a while to get in, but if you get stuff done ahead of time, it goes by quicker. like i would get my psych eval done and sleep study doen if you can ahead of time. for me it was worth the wait

Do they require a sleep study? I just had one done last month. Should I have the results sent to the office? Why do they require one?

many times people who are overweight have sleep apnea and if untreated puts you at risk for more complications. if you have already had one, you will prob not need another one- just have the results forwarded to them