Dr. Kurian is my hero!...Seriously...I had LapBand surgery in September 2008 and went from my top weight on my struggle to become healthy and support my journey to lose 100 pounds over 3 years - but with the unfortunate staph infection I developed in fall 2010, wr had to remove my band in January 2012 - Dr. K has to clean out all that infection as well for healing - for three months I struggled - but Dr. Kurian and the NYU Weight Loss team kept their promise to assist in get me approved for the Vertical Sleeve this past mont and the laproscopic VSG was performed - as my weight w/o the 'brain signal' was a nightmare for me as I gained 15-20 pounds and yo-yo'd....but here I am - learning the walk again with the VSG....and do greatful to have such a pro-active, caring surgeon like Kurian to partner with me on my health journey...!

She is AMAZING! I've known her since 2001 when she was at Lenox Hill where I had my RNY with a different surgeon. When I came to an info session in 2010, seeking a revision, the first thing she said to me, was "I remember you" and then when I told her how much I gained back she replied "you are still beautiful". Worried about what I was to do, DS, RNY-RNY or a BOB, she guided me thru the process to the BOB. She knew my weaknesses (wine) and my strengths (exercise) and gave me the information and knowledge to make a educated decision. I went with the BOB. When my Mom, who was totally supportive with the RNY in 2002, objected, Dr. K spoke to her on the phone, answering all her questions. The night before my surgery, I spoke with her on the phone and she reassured me of my decision. Today, I am 4 mos out, have restriction back and down over 40lbs, and I am 16lbs to goal. Dr. Kurian has been as advertised as I knew she would be.

Dr. Kurian is fantastic. She performed a great surgery, I had a great recovery and everyday I feel better. She took the time to hear my questions and concerns and gave me great tips.
Thank you so much.

Dr Kurian is the best. i want her to know i am so grateful that she is so skilled in weight loss. she got me from miserable to happy with my health. Dr. Kurian never takes credit for her good work, she just keeps making obese people get thin. She is very caring and friendly.

Dr.Kurian is the greatest!!! I would refer her to anyone who is looking into wls!!! Her bedside manner is on point!When I come to the office she knows who I am and she makes me feel safe and secure!! Im not just another patient I am Shante and she knows my story!! I could not have asked for a better surgeon!!! :)

I just had a revision surgery with Dr. Kurian. I like her very much, she's thorough, matter of fact but also very warm wth a great sense of humor. I felt she has both excellent surgical competence and bed side manner.

Excellent surgeon. She tells it like it is and doesn't pull any punches. I am a nurse and she seems to know that we are the WORST patients. Her office staff is great. They always answer your calls quickly and try to be accommodating even though their practice is huge. I would highly recommend her and the entire group. I did get to meet the other physicians while I was a patient in the hospital (Dr. Ren and Dr. Fielding) and I have nothing bad to say about either.

From the moment I met Dr Kurian at the info session, my experience has been nothing but positive every step of the way!rnrnDr Kurian was very helpful explaining the lap band procedure to my family member who came with me to the consultation and was concerned about the risks. rnrnOn the day of surgery, Dr Kurian came in to see me before the surgery and explained everything that was going to happen. My surgery took a little longer than expected, so he made sure that my mother was notified in the waiting room with what was happening so she wasn't worried. The day after the surgery, Dr Kurian did not come to see me before I was discharged, however, the nutritionist from the office came by to re-explain some of the dietary rules for the weeks following surgery. rnrnThe office staff at NYU is incredible. They work as a team and seem like one big family. If I have a question or concern, I am put in touch with the person who can help me right away. There has been two occasions when I have needed an un-fill, and I called the office and they made sure I could be seen by one of the doctors or nurses in the office as soon as possible.rnrnWhen I go to follow up apointments, I never have to wait long to be seen by the doctor. Dr Kurian sometimes seems like she is in a rush, however, she is very conversational and remembers things about my personal life/career that I have shared with her at past apointments. If I have questions for her, I make sure to come with them written down so I can get all the answers I need before she leaves the room. rnrnDr Kurian and the staff at NYU is great!!!!

She has the best bed side manner. Was very detailed in everyway. Took the time explain everything to me and my family. Was very nice with my family the day of the surgeryrnand made sure everyone was well updated with my progress. I love her hopsital manner and she was very reassuring untilt eh very end. rnMy after care was stil just as great. She took time to make sure I was doing everything properly even when I had worriesrnshe keep me confident and inspired.rnI would definitly give her a 100% as a person,doctor and an indiviual.