In my opinion Dr. Artuso is on par with Ren and Fielding. I think they are the top three in the area. Also he might do your after care even if you had surgery with another Doc.
His office staff has just added another person who seems very nice. The hospital is small, clean and very personal. They seem to love the WLS patient. They cater to to you.
I, like most, love my own doctor. I have also had other doctors who I did not love, so I was very discriminating this time. However, go with your gut.
Call the office and see if they would do aftercare for you. Also, Ren and Fielding are opening an office in Orange Cty. in Middletown. Might be an easier drive for fills and such.
Susan