NYU Langone Weight Management Program Bariatric Center

My first impression of Dr Ren was that she cared about her patients and she was extremely upfront-no BS. She is very direct about all aspects of surgery.
So far everyon ein the office has been great.

Dr. Ren has a nutritionist on staff that you also meet with every office visit. The nutritionist is knowledgable and really wants to help you with your needs and concerns.

I would recommend Dr. Ren and her staff 100%. I was scared going into surgery but felt I was in competent hands. Both her surgical competence and bedside manner were terrific.

Dr. Ren made a great first impression on me. She carefully interviewed me about my concerns with my weight. She gave me lot's of information both written and spoken and the thing that I appreciate most is the fact that she gave me phone numbers of patients who are compatible with me so that I can ask specific questions. Example: How is Christmas eve in a hispanic home after surgery?
My impression has not changed over time. Her office staff was kind and helpful. She did not emphasize aftercare so much.
Well, I read a disclaimer which I had to sign. It pretty much informed me of the risks related to any surgical procedure.
As of this date I still rate her an A+.
Both surgical competence and bedside manner are extremely important.

I went to Dr. Ren's informational seminar with my husband last night. Both of us were very impressed with both Dr. Ren and her NP, Gio. I have an appointment with her psychologist, Dr. Huberman on Jan. 29th. After he is sure that I am not psychotic (lol), then I will make the appointment with Dr. Ren. I went to the meeting last night with a lot of good recommendations, both from my support group here in Middletown as well as from the people here at this web site. Anyway, I feel like I've got the ball rolling and can't wait until I can update with great news!! Take care, Carol

Dr. Ren was very candid and up front about the procedure and what I could expect afterwards. I feel very comfortable with her.

Her office staff is also very wonderful!

Dr Ren was Dr Michael Gagner's fellow and is much loved by her patients. Many of the patients listed on Dr Gagner's site actually had their surgery done by Dr Ren. She helped Dr Gagner pioneer the lap technique.
I called the office and was treated wonderfully by the receptionist. I asked to speak to the insurance dept with a question I had and she put me on hold and connected me directly with Dr Ren. Dr Ren took 30-45 minutes to answer all my questions and agreed to work with me even though I am from Michigan and would not be able to travel back and forth.
Dr Ren is very understanding and totally accessable. Gio is such an assett.
She has an aftercare program now and has meetings once a month at NYUMC.
Her website <a href="http://www.med.nyu.edu/bariatric/index.html"> Click here for NYUMC Surgical Weight Loss Program </a> It is one of the most knowledgeable sites out there.
After researching WSL for a year now and cooresponding with many, many surgeons I feel totally confident with my choice.
Everytime I have a question, I email or call her. I get prompt responses.
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I have had a positive expierence with her office so far I really don't know what to expect, but I have an appointment for consult on 11/12-2002@ 1pm.
11/13-2002 My surgeon is the best doctor in the whole wide world!!!!! I went in and her
staff was wonderful and when I got to sit down and talk to her it was simply amazing the bedside manner this woman has! My nutrionist Barrie was awesome anwsered every question I had, and took her time making sure I understood everything. Dr.Ren was like I have cancellation on Nov.22nd do you want it? I was like oh my goodness thats too fast so she gave me a date for 12/13/2002. I am ecstatic! She puts a strong emphasis on after care and is a stickler for "the rules" as far as eating.

I have choosen Dr. Ren. My surgery date is December 12th.. Four week away..Wow.. She was referred by a surgeon who only performed the open Gastric Bypass. I wanted Lap..
I like her office right off..The assistants Priscilla and Rebecca are professional, efficent and friendly..The Nurse GIO is faboulous..He made me soo comfortable..But it is when I met Dr. Ren..She blew me away with her knowledge and personality..she was straight forward and honest..Most of all very sincere. I shot questions left and right at her and she answered them like a true professional..She is extremely confident andi love that. She is 36 years old..I was like wow. But she is a master in her field..she trained with the best and now she is the best lapascopically..spelled that wrong..but u understand.. Even though I had schedule other consults,,I knew she was the right surgeon..So I will update after my surgery on december 12th..God bless you!

In my opinion, Dr. Ren is an excellent surgeon. Prior to meeting with Dr. Ren, I made sure to do my research on on barriatric surgery. I came to Dr. Ren with a list of questions I had. She answered all questions honestly. Dr. Ren is a skilled surgeon with great bedside manner. In addition she is "no B--S--". She tells it like it is. I like that very much about her. My surgery went extremeley fast. I beleive 2 1/2 hours. Her staff is always available to answer any questions. In short, I highly recommend Dr. Ren and her team!

Dr. Ren was a surgical fellow in Laparoscopic surgery under Dr. Michel Gagner at Mt. Sinai and she was present at Dr. Gagner's first Lap BPD/DS. Dr. Ren is the Director of Surgical Weight Loss at NYU. Everyone from Gio, Dr. Ren's nurse practioner, Lisa, Dr. Ren's secretary and Barrie Wolfe the nutritionist are first rate. My appointment was on time. After meeting with Gio for almost an hour, Dr. Ren sat down and spoke with me for another hour about the surgery and what to expect. Dr. Ren answered all of my questions honestly and forthright. She is the most personable doctor that I have ever met. Dr. Ren is active in not only performing WLS but with keeping detailed records for long term results and research. You can e-mail or call Dr. Ren at any time and all of your questions or concerns will be promptly addressed. I am so happy that I found a surgeon with not only top notch skills and training in the best and latest WLS techniques, but a doctor who truly cares about her patients. April 26, 2001 - My surgery was without complications and lasted about three hours. I was discharged from the hospital on 4/29/01. My pain was well managed and Dr. Ren kept close tabs on me the entire time I was in the hospital. I have four tiny incisions on my belly and cannot believe how good I feel. I was working from home within 6 days of my surgery and I went back to the office full time on May 7th, only 11 days post op. Dr. Ren's nurse practioner, Gio, has called me several times since I have been home to follow up on me and to see how I was doing. I feel that Dr. Ren is not only a wonderful surgeon, she is a wonderful caring person too. I feel that my care from beginning to now has been excellant. On 1/8/02, I had a hernia which caused my bowel to twist. Dr. Ren performed emergency surgery during the night. My outcome was great and I am fully recovered and fine. April 26, 2002- I am now one year post-op Lap BPD/DS. I have lost 112 lbs. I now weigh 118 lbs. and wear a size 2/4/Small. I feel great, my labs and bloodwork have all come back perfect. My care by Dr. Ren, Gio and NYU has been fabulous. Dr. Ren and Gio have worked with my PCP so he can also be an informed part of my healthcare team.

My first impression was about how young she was! Over time I have seen a very professional, though somewhat distant. I believe she is an excellent surgeon. Office staff seems distant too. Not too much interaction. Often they did not call back. What I liked least? She was a little cold and her people were not forthcoming. The surgery went excellently, the hospital was terrific. I have experienced no problems with very little pain. She does have a structured aftercare program but I will not take part because I live so far away.