"My surgery was actually with Dr. Jerzy Macura, with Dr. Nicastro assisting. Dr. Macura is now working out of Brooklyn at Maimonedies Medical Center. Dr. Nicastro now head the bariatric surgical team at Staten Island University Hospital.
Dr. Nicastro's credentials are exemplary. He is very straightforward, and some can conceive him to be harsh, almost cold. I personally think the guy is a straightshooter, and honest, and that's what I think is important in a surgeon. People need to hear the realities of this surgery, and not be coddled. The Staff and program at SIUH are great, the hopsital staff during my surgical stay were uncomonly caring and attentive.
SIUH Bariatric program aftercare offers weekly meetings, and a great support staff. Even though Macura has gone to Brooklyn, and I live in Brooklyn, I've chosen to stay with the SIUH program.
Dr. Nicastro is very honest about the risks of surgery, almost to the point of scaring you. I think it is to test your resolve, and a way for him to see if you're really ready to do it, and will be serious about your commitment after surgery.
Dr. Nicastro also has an extensive background in the emergency room, and high-risk surgery, so I felt safe in his hands.
I guess many would say his surgical competance is better than his bedside manner, but I was at ease with both, and would reccomend him highly, and without reservation"
"All in all, the care I received was excellent. The staff from the cheif resident to the nurse's aids were caring, kind, and sensitive to the needs of obese patients. Not one person made me feel out of place or uncomfortable. I hired a private duty nurse's aide the first night, and it was a waste of money. Not a single press on the call button took more than 5 minutes to get a response. Sure, there were times the staff got really busy, and had to prioritize, but you HAVE to be sensitive to that, also. "
