North Shore Surgical Specialists Bariatric Center

My first and lasting impression of Dr Gellman is that he is a caring and compassionate man. He did not rush through the initial consultation as I was expecting. Instead he took his time with me and my sister explaining the surgical options the risks involved with each and potential complications. His office is rather busy and his staff is good but not overly friendly. Yvonne the surgical co ordinator is excellent. She really knows her stuff and since she is the first person I sat down with during the consultation she also left a good impression on me.
The one thing that I don't like is the waiting to see him. No matter what time I've had an appointment with him I've had to wait at least 30 minutes to see him. But believe me it is worth the wait. He emphasizes aftercare very much and there is presurgical as well as post surgical nutritional groups that he requires you to attend. He is an excellent surgeon with an even better bedside manner.

1. HE WAS PERCISE & DIRECT. i KNEW HE WAS THE DOCTOR FOR ME.

2. IT DIDN'T.

3. EFFECIENT, HELPFUL & CARING.

4. NOTHING

5. i THINK HE'S THE BEST FOR GASTRIC BYPASS.

6. STRESSES AFTERCARE CONSANTLY.

7. YES

8. HE GIVES YOU ALL THE RISKS AND MAKES SURE YOU UNDERSTAND THEM FULLY.

9. HE'S WONDERFUL HE SAVED MY LIFE.

10. SURGICAL COMPETENCE.

I had my surgery excatly a week ago on 09/08/04. Dr. Dominick Gadaleta was my surgeon. When I first saw, He gave me the impression of a very professional nevertheless,cold, distant, brief, and to the point. Referring to my weight and the risks of living morbidly obese, he stated: " It is just a matter of time". I knew exactly what he meant. I was scared to death.
By the time I saw him the second time, my impression of him had totally changed, he remained as professional, but more talkative, detailed, thorough. He explained the whole deal to me and was open to questions.
His office staff is very courteous and efficint. He has a great tema of people working for him. Yvonne, the coordinator, is great, They took care of everything for me. I did not have to worry about being approved (I was approved after the first letter that THEY submitted, I did not have to deal with the insurance at all, I did not even have to write a letter, surgery date was given way in advance and never changed, they took care of the hospital stay, they booked everything. And all was done in a professional and courteaous manner. God knows how many times I have called this office and Yvonne, I never felt that they thought I was a pain in the butt.
Dr Gadaleta was open as far as the surgery is concerned, the risks, athe benefits, aftercare, the importance of drinking water and protein.
I had the opprotunity to chose the greatest surgeon. I just love his professionalism, his bedside manners, his knowledge,his competence, his care... He cae to see me many times while I was in the hospital, always with a smile. He cares for his patients.
I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Gadaleta to anyone who is thinking about having this surgery. They will not be dissapointed. He is GREAT. DOn

My first impression of Dr. Gadaleta was that he was a no nonsense person. His purpose on our first meeting was to let me know exactly what I was in store for and didn't pull any punches. After my surgery I discovered that Dr. Gadaleta had a sense of humor which is very important. However, I kept telling myself that this didn't matter. I didn't choose him for his personality but for his skill.

Dr. Gadaleta has a terrific staff. They are always accessible and available to answer questions.

Dr. Gadaleta's program includes nutritional guidance as well as pre and post op support groups.

Overall I would recommend Dr. Gadaleta to anyone who is considering this surgery and in fact I have.

I liked him the minute I met him. I can say nothing negative about him. He's great

My first impression of Dr. Gadaleta was a good one. He made me feel confident in his ability's as a bariatric surgeon.

The office staff at Dr. Gadaleta's office worked in helping me get all of my pretesting done quickly. I began June 3, 2004 at his consultation and finished all prestesting on July 9th. The support team of Dr's that I used for my pretesting were also very good. They got all of my paper work in very quickly.

I did a background check on my surgical team and found that Dr. Gadaleta has been a practicing surgeon for the past 19 years. He began specializing in bariatric medicine about 8 years ago. He had only good things said about him in my report.

These are my own personal impressions of my own personal experience and I am making no statements of what other people may experience.

Dr. Gellman makes a great first impression and that never changed - he is honest, upfront and caring. The Office staff has always been helpful and accomodating except in one instance - for my post-surgical appointment I had to wait for nearly two weeks - and I had my drain in. The nurse wouldn't squeeze me in - and when I did have my appointment Dr. Gellman wasn't happy that I waited so long.

I had some post surgical complications and all of the doctors were swift to accomodate immediate appointments in order to make sure I was ok. I especially liked Dr. Palleschi -she was very kind and caring and explained what was happening to me in a way I could undertand and she calmed me down.

Dr. Gellman was unfortunately called away on an emergency immediately after my surgery so I was a little stressed out, but the other members of his practice visited daily.

confidant,compedent,typical demeana for a bariatric surgeon.
He has shown concern for me and has attempted to use non evasive treatments for
my current situation. He will always call back.
Office staff cold & indifferent after surgical complications.
I felt he was somewhat evasive in explaining the extent of my post op complications.
Since I had surgical problems It would be hard to reccomend him to perform this surgery.
unknown.
The risks were addressed almost as a disclaimer.
I feel he will do his very best for his patients.
Surgical competence.

Dr. Gadaleta is a great sergeon. He did my father about 8 years ago when the sergery was new and he took good care of him. Dominick is very family personal and is a funny guy. My mom and i agree that he looks very good in a sute.
If there was any questions that you needed to know he would tell you everything strate out. there was no pampering the answer to make it sound better.
The only thing that i can say i did not like was that i never got to talk to him durning my prosses but his secratery is the best. If there is anything you need she is the lady.
I feel that he was the best choice for me for the sergery and i feel that the other doctor in the office DR. Gelman is a great pair. they have a great record working together and that also puts peopele at ease when they know both doctors work very well togther its like a PBJ sandwitch.

I first met Dr. Gellman in my first office visit and felt he was very warm and personable. Seemed genuinly interested/concerned. I havn't seen him again - yet.
The staff / office seem very busy, but they still give you the time of day. I havn't had alot of interaction with them yet but I precieve them to be good.

I will complete this at another time.....got to go for now..