Leonard Maffucci, M.D., F.A.C.S Bariatric Center

I actually had two surgeons, I met on before the surgery and the other after. rnrnFirst Impression rnDr Maffucci was the name on my hospital bracelet so rnrnOffice StaffrnEveryone was great through the process, the Nurse Practitioner, nutritionist, etc were always available to answer all my questions whenever I called. They both came to visit me the day after surgery to make sure I know what happened next and the NP took me for two walks.rnrnAftercare ProgramrnI have schedule Post-op follow up with the surgeons, Nurse Prac, & nutritionist. rnrnOverall rnI\"d rate their handling of my WLS process with a 90% thus far. 10% pending the completion of addittio follow up appoint and any issues that occur and how they handle it.rnrnIn order of Importancern80% Sugical Competence and 20% Bedside Manner

I met Dr. Maffucci first at a seminar. He seemed like a very soft-spoken, calm and gentle guy with subtle sense of humor. I asked several questions and felt some kind of connection.

But I wasn't convinced and kept looking. Eventually I ended up back at his office, primarily as insurance issues blocked other options.

I was originally referred to his partner, Dr. Rangraj by my PCP. However the first time I met Rangraj I was rather turned off by his lack of personal connection.

As luck would have it, Dr. Maffucci was the Dr. assigned to do my surgery, and was involved in the follow up when I faced a bleeding situation post-op.

Dr. Maffucci is wonderfully patient, kind and down-to-earth. He is definitely NOT mightier than Thou, as many doctors are.

I feel very fortunate to be under his care.

My other surgeon was Dr. Rangraj who is in the list but there is no way to select more than one.rnrnThe doctors were great and their staff, Judy and Peggy have also been wonderful.

I love and appreciate Dr. Maffucci so much. he has given me a new way of life. I am learning to love myself even more. Thanks to him for the rest of my life. i am 3 weeks into my surgery and my only problem is constipation.

I first met with Dr. Maffucci on 3/11/2004 at his seminar. He was really honest and straight foward. He's funny and just an all around good guy(from what I have seen). I would recommend him to anyone. His program coordinator, Peggy Coll is wonderful!! She is so nice and informative. Sound Shore Medical Center is just great. I would know I was born there too.