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Dr. Christine Ren
Location:- NYU Medical Center
- 530 First Avenue Suite 10S
- New York, NY 10016
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Wheelchair Accessible
Phone: (212) 263-3166Visit my website
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Lap-Band Surgeon Credentials:
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Medical School attended: Tufts University School of Medicine
Residency: NYU Medical Center
Fellowship: Mount Sinai Medical Center
Special Training:
Christine Ren Associate Professor of Surgery at NYU School of Medicine is considered by many to be the leading LapBand Surgeon in the US She has performed over 1400 gastric band procedures
Dr Ren obtained her medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston Mass followed by a residency in surgery at NYU Medical Center Dr Ren went on to complete a fellowship in advanced laparoscopic surgery at Mount Sinai Medical Center where she was involved as faculty in the minimally invasive bariatric surgery workshops to train surgeons in laparoscopic bariatric surgery
A boardcertified general surgeon Dr Ren was involved in refining the technical details leading to the first biliopancreatic diversion BPD and the first BPD with a duodenal switch DS She has also pursued research in vascular medicine angiogenesis and laparoscopic bariatric surgery
Dr Ren is the chairman of the insurance committee of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery with whom she has spearheaded the creation of 11 new CPT codes for bariatric surgery This has enabled insurance companies to cover these operations which previously denied millions of Americans insurance coverage for these lifesaving operations
In July 2006 Dr Christine Ren was nominated to the Executive Council of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery as Councilman at Large
Dr Ren is recognized nationally and internationally for her contributions to the field of bariatric surgery She is the recipient of a 2003 YWCA Womans Achievement Award has appeared on Oprah and was profiled in Crains 2005 special issue on New Yorks Rising Stars
Dr Ren obtained her medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston Mass followed by a residency in surgery at NYU Medical Center Dr Ren went on to complete a fellowship in advanced laparoscopic surgery at Mount Sinai Medical Center where she was involved as faculty in the minimally invasive bariatric surgery workshops to train surgeons in laparoscopic bariatric surgery
A boardcertified general surgeon Dr Ren was involved in refining the technical details leading to the first biliopancreatic diversion BPD and the first BPD with a duodenal switch DS She has also pursued research in vascular medicine angiogenesis and laparoscopic bariatric surgery
Dr Ren is the chairman of the insurance committee of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery with whom she has spearheaded the creation of 11 new CPT codes for bariatric surgery This has enabled insurance companies to cover these operations which previously denied millions of Americans insurance coverage for these lifesaving operations
In July 2006 Dr Christine Ren was nominated to the Executive Council of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery as Councilman at Large
Dr Ren is recognized nationally and internationally for her contributions to the field of bariatric surgery She is the recipient of a 2003 YWCA Womans Achievement Award has appeared on Oprah and was profiled in Crains 2005 special issue on New Yorks Rising Stars
Lap-Band Surgery Statistics
| Years Exp. | Total Surgeries | Surgeries/Week | Avg. Hospital Stay | Avg. O.R. |
| More than five | More than once a week |
Lap-Band Surgeon Information
Languages Spoken:
English
Spanish
French
Group Memberships:
American College of Surgeons
Provides Financing: Yes
Patient Reviews and Comments
Comment by: speakeasy16
Oct 1, 2009 at 8:05:19 AM
Dr. Ren is the most qualified and dedicated surgeon in the field. She is the most professional and sensitive doctor a person could have. She responds to after-hour calls expeditiously and she takes time for her patients. I am glad I waited for her!
Comment by: liannleigh
Sep 23, 2009 at 5:41:02 PM
I have had a wonderful weight loss journey. Although it was a little rocky in the beginning with fills, having too much fluid or not having enough I have lost 145 lbs. My current weight is 177. Statiscally, I should weigh 150 lbs. but because of my bone structure, I don't look too healthy at that weight. I think I was very lucky to be referred to Dr. Ren, I absolutely admire her for being a pioneer in her field, that she has dedicated her life's working to saving the lives of obese people, there are far too many of us in the United States. I just met with her a week ago and the research done in this field bring new information all the time. She attends medical seminars regularly to
Comment by: marianthelibrarian
Sep 21, 2009 at 7:31:19 AM
I couldn't be happier-- the follow-up her office provides has been so helpful!
Comment by: lola13
Aug 14, 2009 at 5:13:59 PM
Dr. Ren was my father's lap band surgeon. Which was why I chose her to be mine as well. She was always professional and kind. I would recommend her to anyone. I was incredibly pleased with the outcome of my surgery and with her comminment to me and my goals.
Comment by: mamajude
Jul 7, 2009 at 10:20:09 AM
Dr. Ren is a five star surgeon. Fantastic lady and very knowledgable.
Comment by: alex
Jun 30, 2009 at 10:07:00 AM
I have only positive praise for Dr. Ren and her office staff. She has a huge amount of experience with the Lap-Band procedure and I'm really happy I selected her as my surgeon. Dr. Ren is extremely friendly and has always returned my calls in a timely fashion. I've recommended her to quite a few friends, family members and associates and they've all reported back to me with similar experiences.
