Arnot Ogden Medical Center Bariatric Center

My first impression of Dr. Douglas D. McKane was that he was extremely proficient in his knowledge and ability to explain the Roux-en Y gastric bypass surgery. He did not talk down to me and he patiently explained this complex procedure in terms I could easily understand.
The thing that got my attention was when he asked me; "What would you do if you have this operation and some complication occurs?" I was originally contemplating getting the surgery at Gesinger Medical Center in Danville, PA (3 hour one way trip by car from my home in Wellsboro, PA).
Dr. Douglas D. McKane and Dr. Robert E. Cole of the Bariatric Surgical Associates, LLC at 100 John Roemmelt Drive in Horseheads, NY 14845 (607)796-5936 are both excellent doctors. I would recommend either doctor for this surgery as they work togeather very well.
The staff at the Bariatric Surgical Associates, LLC help their patient understand the life changes needed by diet, exercise and psychological effects of this surgery.
Dr. Douglas D. McKane thoroughly covered the risks involved in this surgery.
They take excellent care before the surgery (educating and working with the patient preparing for surgery). They continue with the care after surgery as well.
I strongly recommend these people as caring, proficient, knowledgeable, and patient professionals.

Dr. McKane is the best! I am six days post-op now and feel that I had the best surgeon I could possibly have had. He has been wonderful since day one! He made sure he explained everything in great detail and answered all questions completely. During my hospital stay he was great! I am very confident that things will continue to go well under Dr. McKane's watchful eye!

My first impression of Dr. McKane was pleasant. He was so up front and honest, I appreciated that. I don't think my impression will change at all of him. His staff was okay, this was the first time I had met with them so I really have not had the time to really get to know or meet alot of them. There was nothing that I did'nt like about him. He was so honest with me, he explained everything to me, he answered the questions that I had at the time and took his time, I liked that. I think that I feel comfortable knowing that he is a very competent surgeon and this was much more important to me than him making me like him. All of that can come later, right now it is about my health and I need his wisdom regarding that very issue not how to get along with others....

The entire staff at Dr. McKane's office is extremely professional and caring. They are genuinely interested in each patient's welfare and do everything that they can to help. Dr. McKane, Peggy, and Colleen are very special people. I thank God that He has led me to them.

I'm just now deciding about the surgery. I've only met Dr. McKane one for the initial consultation and he seemed very nice and knowledgeable. I'm hoping to go back to him very soon. Checking this site to see how others feel and how they've managed before, during and after the surgery. Very interesting. Thanks.

My first impression of Dr McKane was that he was a very caring and knowlegeable man. He was very thorough in his evaluation of me. He sent me for age appropriate testing to be sure I was healthy enough for surgery and worked with me until the date came to set a surgery date. His nurse manager Peggy was very pleasant and was very helpful in setting up appointments and in getting my surgery date scheduled.
The nutritionist is a very big help and it is my understanding she will be following up with me regularly after surgery.
I would rate Dr McKane very highly and very competent. I feel very comfortable and very secure that everything will go great. His bedside manner has been great with me.

Dr. McKane comes with wonderful referrals and references, they are well deserved. He is a very kind man and very thorough and empathetic. He takes the time to do a very complete medical history and physical. He goes over the risks and lets you know exactly what this operation consists of and stresses how important aftercare is. His before and after care are excellent. You couldn't ask for more, I would recommend him to anyone. He has a wonderful group consisting of his Nurse Peggy who is a very nice person, that does everything she can to help you with any problems you might be having. Colleen and Greg who are the Nutritionist and Social Worker respectively are so informative and helpful. I have also been blessed with a great personal doctor. Dr. Greenburg, that recommended I see Dr. McKane and it has been a blessing. They are both sympathetic to the problems of Obesity. Dr. McKane's office has been great. Everyone is so enthusiastic about this journey I'm going through and I know I will have a lifetime connection to this fantastic group of people.

My First impression of Dr. McKane was really good! He tries very hard to put you at ease, and I really like his sense of humor! He was very good about explaining everything. I find him very empathtic, and the most understanding dr. I have ever been to about weight loss. I think he is a great guy. Peggy, also, is wonderful! sweet, nice person, that does everything she can to help you, and any problems you might be having.Dr. McKane very much stresses how important aftercare is.Over all, i would suggest anyone in our area go to him. He wont let you down.He has surgical competence, and bedside manner, which I feel is very important, especially with this kind of surgery.

Dr. McKane was an excellent doctor. He was always friendly, and would tell risks and everything before committing to anything. When I started seeing him, He gave a great first impression. His nurse Peggy, she is a sweet lady. She is always there to help you if you need it. We were given their personal pager numbers just incase we had any complications. I would definitely recommend him and his office to anyone in the area considering bariatric surgery. I feel completely comfortable in his care. I would rank Dr. McKane with the highest of doctors as far as surgically AND personal care. He is an amazing doctor, and he and Peggy have been doing everything in their power to get me into that operating room. Thanks Dr. McKane and Peggy!!

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Dr. McKane was great, very up front and to the point, he addressed the risks of surgery, and he has a wonderful bedside manner, I was very lucky, I had no post op problems, I was home in 3 days and this whole year has been wonderful, the weight came off, and still is,He is very adamant about your aftercare program, which is very important. If I have to rate him, I would say a 10 all the way!!!!!!. I am very pleased with the care I have recieved, then and now, the staff is great also, I had some problems getting insurance approval and they were there to help me every sep of the way.
All I can say is that I had a wonderful experience.

Kelly Hoyles