Community Medical Center - RWJBarnabas Health Hospital

Dr. Borao and his staff are "Wonderful". They are caring professionals. Have helped me in all ways possible.
Aetna, my insurance denied coverage for the surgery...Thursday 26 August 2004 after all I've gone through and provided them upon request.

He moved his office to a new location, with new staff, that are a million times...no make that a billion times better than his original staff...the current staff is extremely friendly and helpful, they do everything they can to make this process as easy as possible. I had nothing to do except make the various appointments for my clearances and show up for them...thats it! everything else was done be the office staff..insurance clearance and everything!
As for Dr. Borao, excellent track record, fantastic surgeon...many of my nurse colleagues have used him also...bery knowledgeable, compassionate and realistic. His office has its own nutritionist and support groups....which is better? SURGICAL COMPETENCE of course!! But a good bed-side manner is an added plus, and Im confident that I will find this out on 8/10/04 as well!!

Very quiet soft spoken man
It hasn't and I like him very much but wish he were more verbal but I really think he is just a quiet man.
I have had nothing but good experiences. It is a very busy office but I feel that is a good thing. I wouldn't want a surgeon that isn't in demand. The staff have always been very helpful and professional.
I have no complaints so far.
I like that he was very attentive while i was in the hospital. I ended up with a problem not related to WW loss surgery and he was right on top of it and made sure I had excellent care in the hospital. I am out 4 & 1/2 months, have had 2 fills and have had 3 office visits with another app. this month. There is a dietician in the office full time and a phycoligist available. There is a support group meeting once a month addressing many questions. There is a nurse from the office there, the dietician and the phycologist. The group starts out together then divides into a group for by-pass and a group for lap-band.I was given all risks in writing. I rate him a 10 in all areas.

dr. b. is a terrific guy and an even better doctor! he guided me through my decision process and offered helpful information and tips as i went along. he has a positive attitude and is a very talented surgeon! his office staff proved to be a delight--they got me approved in mere days. as with the other surgeon i saw before going with dr. b., the wait time at the office tends to be long because he doesn't rush his patients. i appreciate that and don't mind waiting because i know when it's my turn i will have his undivided attention and he won't try to usher me out after ten minutes. his aftercare program is good, and he encourages his patients to get involved in the support group for added help. i am really pleased with my lap band and am thankful that dr. b. was able to install it with no problems.

Dr B.came across as very competent and honest
he explained to me the procedure and also showed me pictures on how it was done.i like him very much and i do not have any reservations regarding him or the surgery,his office staff are very sweet and efficient,i have called quite a few times over the last few months and as always they are very sweet and helpful. there really isn't anything i did not like.The only thing i think new people should know about him is that he is straight to the point,and that's kind of nice these days.The aftercare is just as important to him as the support groups are before and after WLS.Yes Dr B explained to me in detail what could go wrong and the risks,invovled.I give Dr B top marks. Well both would be great,but if i could only have one it would of course be surgical competence.! Dr B did my sister in law's hernia op and she was so impressed with him and i spoke to him way before going for consultation regarding WLS.

Hi everyone.....I met Dr. Borao on Sept 19,2003. I must say i was very surprised to see how young he is......since i am 46.

I felt so comfortable with him. He was more then educated and sat with my husband and i and went thru the procedure. The testings that get done to make sure there aren't leaks. He seems very thourgh.

I went and sat with Vicki in his office. I felt as tho this staff was extremelty courtesy and very very helpful...(of course i haven't begun to bug them hehehe).

Dr. Borao sat and explained all the complications that could happen and what his rates were with those complications.

I will keep updating as i know more :)

My experience so far has been very good. He took a lot of time to answer any questions either my mother or I had about the surgery and what to expect. I had a consult with Dr. Onopchenko and what a difference. You can really tell he cares for his patients, and isn't doing this for the money. I wish all doctors were more like him.

MY FIRST IMPRESSION WAS GREAT FEEL LIKE I GOT THE HARDEST PART OVER THAT WAS LAST YEAR 9-02 I HAVE NOT SEEN HIM SINCE THE INITIAL VISIT BUT CANT WAIT TILL I HAVE THE SURGERY.THE OFFICE STAFF IS VERY HELPFULL WHEN I CALL THEY ANSWER ALL MY QUESTIONS.I WOULD RECOMMEND DR.BORAO TO EVERYONE !!!

Dr Borao was the best. He is so patient. And answers all you questions and concerns. Also likes to hear any information you have to offer. He is really careful with his aftercare. He take all measures to make sure you have no complications later. I have two friends also had the surgery and they did not get half of the aftercare that I had with Dr Borao. I really feel that he cares about his patients and there new life. I would and have recommended him the anyone that is considering this surgery.

Dr B was very informative and very specific. Answered all of my questions and concerns. He even suggested to check out this site! Prior to speaking with Dr B I was speaking with several of his patients in the "waiting room" and one of them went as far to say and I quote "his hands are like god's hands to her - he is fantastic". The hardest decision I need to make is which procedure I should chose. I am just starting to do some research on this but at least I was put on the year long waiting list!