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Marianne’s Before And After Pics

Take a look at the amazing transformation of Marianne T., who had a gastric sleeve procedure done in August 2019, when she weighed 275 lbs. and has lost 114 lbs.! Marianne writes… “Thank you all so much for helping me transform my life. I am forever grateful to Dr. Buchin and all of his amazing […]

Phase 2 On Long Island

As Long Island re-opens with Phases One & two, please remember that social distancing and wearing a face mask are still critical! These precautions not only to keep you safe, but also prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus to others. Many of those infected can be asymptomatic.

Find Us In Newsday!

Find us in Newsday, displaying our patient Todd S.’s success story and how we can help you too!

Matters For Concern

According to data released recently by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the obesity rate reached 42.4% in 2017-2018 – surpassing 40% for the first time. Although the increase was not significant between 2015-2016 and 2017-2018, the new data represents a failure to meet the federal government’s public health goals set for this year. […]

Before & After Of Our Patient, Kelly Ricca

Long Island Obesity Surgery patient Kelly Ricca has lost 120 lbs. over the past two years! Take a look at these “before” and “after” photos! Congratulations, Kelly!

Resuming Elective Surgeries

While elective surgeries have resumed in both Nassau and Suffolk counties, our office will soon start to resume in-person appointments. However, we are still here for you! We are conducting appointments via Telemedicine conferencing, until further notice. Using your phone or computer, you can video-conference with us using Telemedicine, remotely from your home. Supporting you […]

Dr. Buchin On NBC New York

Dr. Buchin on NBC New York discussing the return of elective surgeries since their postponement due to the coronavirus back in Mid March. Https://Youtu.Be/K-7m2G_0NHg

Dr. Buchin On News12 LI

Dr. Buchin on News 12 Long Island discussing the return of elective surgeries since the coronavirus pandemic brought about all elective surgeries to halt in March. Https://Youtu.Be/RyoVaNNdl6s

Huntington Goes On A Diet!

Yesterday was the kick-off to the “Putting Huntington on a Diet” to help combat that weight gain that many of us have experienced due to the COVIV-19 lockdown. We will we giving you some helpful tools, including access to some wonderful FREE online fitness and yoga classes. I will also be conducting two Facebook Live […]

Fanny’s Before And After!

Long Island Obesity Surgery patient Fanny Iglesias has lost 94 lbs. over the past 10.5 months! Fanny tells us, “I’m not at my goal yet, but I am working hard to get there. I have more energy and I feel like a whole different person. I am so thankful to Dr. Buchin and everyone at […]

Bernadette’s Before And Afters!

Long Island Obesity Surgery patient Bernadette Spina of Kings Park has lost 147 lbs. since March 2017! Take a look at these “before” and “after” photos! Congratulations, Bernadette! You are an inspiration!

We Are Here For You!

We are still here for you! During this time, we are offering Virtual Appointments for new and existing patients. Using your phone or computer, you can video-conference with us using Telehealth, remotely from your home. You can reach the office staff during our regular business hours by calling 631-351-2024. We look forward to hearing from […]

Before And After

Would you like to share your “Before and After” photos with us on Facebook? If you are a post-surgical patient of Long Island Obesity Surgery and would like to be featured, send your name, your weight loss and a “before and after” photo to us and we will share it with all of our followers! […]

Suffering From Obesity During The Pandemic

People suffering from obesity and the underlying health conditions that go along with it such as diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea and heart disease, are being hit especially hard by the coronavirus. According to a study by Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report about 90% of people in the hospital with COVID-19 had at least one underlying […]

Don’t Be A Quarantine Couch Potato!

Don’t be a Quarantine Couch Potato! Avoid the COVID-15 lb. Weight Gain! What are the ‘Fear Foods?’ How can you avoid what is being called “the COVID-15” named after the infamous “Freshman 15” lb. weight gain that is sometimes experienced by college freshmen? When people are anxious, their bodies increase amounts of cortisol, known as […]

COVID-19 & Obesity

As we all attempt to deal with our health, safety and emotions during the COVID-19 epidemic, we are all feeling increasingly stressed. suffering from obesity, diabetes, and hypertension are more susceptible to respiratory disease caused by coronavirus. According to recent statistics in hard-hit areas like Louisiana, which has the nation’s highest COVID-related death rate, where […]