I had laparoscopic Lap Band removal and conversion to the gastric sleeve on June 29th 2017 with Dr. Maffei. He was amazing from our first meeting all the way through to the after care visit. I am extremely impressed with his skills and bed side manner. I've had zero complications and I'm healing well. I strongly believe that his surgical skills are the reason.

I recently had my surgery on 11-13-19 and so far so good. Since beginning my journey back in February I have been nothing but pleased with the doctor, staff, and hospital stay. They are truly wonderful! So caring and friendly and always checking up to make sure I’m doing well and staying on track. I highly recommend NYBG anyone wanting to make this type of change in their life.

I am 27 and 250lbs. I have decided to do the gastric sleeve after loosing and gaining weight repeatedly in the past eight years. I had a baby about a year ago and my weight just keeps going up. I'm tired all the time, I have little time for the gym along with little motivation. Hopefully my surgery will help with finding my way back to myself. I feel the difference in my body. I feel...

I went to Dr Chiao obese and very nervous. He was non judgmental and never shamed me for my weight. We went through the options and decided on the sleeve. Any time I called he got back to me. He has a 24 Bariactric hot line and I've used it at various times. His bedside manor is lovely. He's professional while still being a human being. I lost 90lbs in less than a year after his surgery and...