George S. Ferzli, MD, FACS Bariatrics Bariatric Center

So far I have only had my consultation with Dr. Ferzli. The office staff was friendly and helpful. Dr. Ferzli was warm and kind. He answered my questions and explained the procedure to me. Dr. Ferzli opened up a bariatric center at Lutheran Hospital in Brooklyn. The care promises to be top notch. Dr. Ferzli is well respected in the field of laproscopic surgery. People in the medical field (at least those in SI and Brooklyn) all say he is the best of the best.
I received a packet of information from the office which outlined everything I need to do. There is a $150.00 office fee, which covered the nutritionist and any paperwork, etc. He accepts my insurance, which is Oxford. Now I just need Oxford to okay everything.
So so far, so good. I will update this as I continue to journey...

2-4-04 I have called Ferzli's office three times with questions and his staff has been helpful. I sent an email with a question but it was never answered. When I go to his office to sign my consent forms I will ask what the story is with the email.

3-13-04
Some additional information concerning how my impression has changed over time:
The staff at Dr. Ferzli's office are, for the most part, rude and curt. They seem annoyed when I call (which has been a total of three times) and I do not appreciate being treated like that. This is, after all, major surgery and the woman who work there (some of whom have also had the surgery) need to take a course or two in how to be empathetic and courteous! Of course, this is just my own personal experience and impression. I in no way can predict or assume how anyone else will be treated. And again, what I want most out of this is successful surgery and I feel totally safe and secure with Dr. Ferzli. Heck, I will be asleep anyhow!
Dr. Ferzli was not as warm and fuzzy to me the second time I went to see him- when I went to sign my consent forms. But I have to say, in his defense, that he personally called me the next day to apologize. I was quite impressed with this. And he was very sincere when he called. So he's back on top with me. I understand that he is under a lot of pressure and I can accept that.
But anyone reading this who is considering using this office should go armed for battle as far as the staff is concerned. Unless the three times I called it was also "bad days" for everyone.............

Dr. Ferzli's reputation preceedes him. Every single medical professional that I consulted with over the past six months had nothing but the highest praise for his ability as a surgeon. Upon first meeting Dr. Ferzli, I felt at ease, he was extremely professional and personable. He explained the procedure to me in layman's terms, outlining the benefits and precautions for each surgical procedure. I really didn't see Dr. Ferzli on the day of surgery, only to shake his hand and introduce him to my family. Afterwards, I was informed, he approached my awaiting family and detailed everything. I saw Dr. Ferzli the next day, he told me everything went great, patted me on my head, and went on his way. Dr. Ferzli does have a reputation for not having the warmest bedside manner, I don't agree. In my opinion, so long as he's a brilliant surgeon, I could care less about his bedside manner. In conclusion - Dr. Ferzli is a brilliant surgeon, he has a well-structured aftercare program, and he has an outstanding staff. Anyone interested in WLS should seriously consider consulting Dr. Ferzli.

Dr. Ferzli

I like him very much I felt he was very intersted in my well being and that I knew what the surgery was all about and what I had to do to reach my goal. He had the lapband in his office which he explained in detail how it work and what I had to do to make it work for me. He seem to have confidence in his skills doing this surgery and the dangers of the surgery were detail to me in written form.

Dr.Ferzli looks to be a very busy Dr. with lots of patients coming and going from his office which is clean and wonderful set up.
Aftercare is also important to the Dr. he has programs set up for excise class and other after surgery care that he suggest.

overall I feel that the Dr. is caring and knows what he is doing when it comes to wls.

I had my inital consultation with, Dr. George Ferzli, on July 16, 2003.
He seems very professional, and knows what he is doing.
His staff are very nice and professional.
I do wish that he was more outgoing with me since, I was very timid on that first meeting with him.
If you have any questions, get your questions ready and ask them, or you can ask at another time if you forget to ask.
He definately emphasizes aftercare. He offers a structurized aftercare program.
All of the risks of surgery were explained to me.
I would rate him an 8 out of 10.
I feel that bedside manner is great, however, surgical competence is more important. I feel that all doctors should encompass both, in order to put their patient and their families at ease.

My first impression of the Dr. was OK. Too quick and didn't want to be bothered. His office staff is rude and not helpful at all.The nutritionist Irene Nicolaides was the worst and what made me leave the doctor.I spoke to other patients who ALL agreed about Irene and that made me realize, I want a staff that is knowledgeble and helpful. A doctor that doesn't know or care how his staff is represending him is a shame.It takes alot to have this surgery and patients don't need or deserve to be treated so poorly and be given wrong and poor information. I now have a doictor whom I feel comfortable with and a staff who cares in a much better hospital.Good Luck to all

When i found out that Doctor Ferzli did the procedure I wanted..I would settle for no one but him ..He is the best ...and I deserve "The Best"...Marianne his coordinator is the tops in my book....

Surgery date Oct. 22nd 2002.

My surgeon presents a a very skilled and knowledgeable man with fantastic pre / post op supports. His office staff is very helpful....After-care is crucial and he only wants individuals that are committed to making a change in their lives.....

My first impression of Dr. Ferzli was a very good one. He is very business-like. I like that in a doctor. It lets me know they are serious minded.

My second appointment with him was more relaxed.

His staff was very friendly and very helpful.

He is a world renowned famous doctor, I feel very secure having him as my surgeon.

He offers two support groups. One in his office on Mondays and one at SIUH on Tuesdays.

Overall rating so far is a 10.

I thing a combination of surgical competence and bedside manner are equally important.

I will update again after 9/3/02.

HE WAS VERY NICE BUSINESSLIKE ANSWERS ALL QUESTIONS. HE IS VERY BUSY HAD TO WAIT FOR DATE OF SURGERY. I SEEN HIM A WEEK AFTER
SURGERY VERY CONCERNED AND PROUD OF THE WEIGHTLOSS. HE SEEMS TO RELAX AFTER MEETING
AND TALKING TO YOU. HAS AFTERCARE SUPPORT GROUPS AND WANTS US TO GO AS MUCH POSSIBLE.
HIS OFFICE STAFF IS OK REALLY DIDNT HAVE MUCH TO DO WITH THEM. YOU HAVE TO ASK THE DOCTOR IF WHAT TO KNOW ANY INFORMATION, SOME OF THE STAFF DONT KNOW MUCH ABOUT THE BAND