"Dr. Basner spoke at a WLS post-op meeting that I attended, and he explained most of the common post-WLS concerns that could be addressed by plastic/reconstructive surgery. Several of his patients also attended that meeting. So I was able to not only get his professional explanations, but also had the opportunity to talk to those who had been through it. By the time I had my initial consultation, most of my general questions were already answered, so at the consult we concentrated on specifics. Dr. Basner was thorough and professional; after he understood what my goals were, he suggested how we should get there. I had two surgeries, one for lower body and one for upper body, combining several procedures in each one. The surgeries were done “out-patient” at his surgicenter. Dr. Basner called me the next morning to check on my progress, and saw me in his office a few days later. My pre- and post-op treatment was excellent. I am thrilled with the results. The office staff, and Dr. Basner’s assistant in particular, were very helpful in answering questions that came up before and during the recovery process. "
"My surgeon was Dr. Christina Li, and I would highly recommend her to just about anyone. She was excellent to work with -- and by that I mean that she made me feel more a partner in this whole endeavour than a customer. She made sure that this surgery was right for me and what I wanted, and then told me what we needed to do to get insurance approval. She immediately gave me a surgical date based on my insurance company's history (three month preparation required). In visits prior to surgery she explained the possible complications, and the experience of the Sinai Hospital practice with each of them. She spelled out what would be happening during the preparation for surgery, during the surgery itself -- including where all the incisions would be -- and what would be happening afterward. I felt quite comfortable with her doing the surgery. She talked with my husband as soon as I was moved from surgery to recovery, letting him know that everything was proceeding as expected.
Dr Li has a wonderful office staff -- from Karen Sweeney, her nurse coordinator, and Nancy Lum, the nutritionist, and with help from Eileen and Paula, I never had a problem finding someone to answer any of the many questions that came up getting ready for this. Now that I am on the other side, I am continuing to get their support during the all important after surgery part. "
