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Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD

Accepting New Patients

(6 Ratings)

Specializes in: Bariatric Surgery and General Surgery

Saint Petersburg I.P. Pavlov Medical University

Professional interests include: cancer, colorectal cancer, abdominal hernia, and more.

3 Lyon Place Suite 100
Ogdensburg, NY 13669

(315) 713-5300

Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD is a bariatric surgeon in Paramus, NJ specializing in bariatric surgery and general surgery. He graduated from Saint Petersburg I.P. Pavlov Medical University. Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD is affiliated with Atlantic Health System, St. Mary's General Hospital, Overlook Medical Center, Chilton Medical Center and Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center.

Office Locations

St. Mary's General Hospital

1 W Ridgewood Avenue Suite G02
Paramus, NJ 07652

1-800-633-8446

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140 North Rt 17 Suite 102
Paramus, NJ 07652

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Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center

3 Lyon Place Suite 100
Ogdensburg, NY 13669

(315) 713-5300

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Chilton Medical Center

7 Industrial Road Suite 203
Pequannock, NJ 07440

(973) 696-9050

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Some issues Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD can help you with:

Gastric Bypass Surgery

Gastric bypass surgery is a procedure that promotes weight loss by reducing the stomach and altering how the digestive system absorbs and processes food. The procedure treats morbid obesity, where one's weight impairs day-to-day function or poses serious health risks. Gastric bypass surgery is used only after other weight loss treatments are unsuccessful.

Generally, gastric bypass surgery is performed on patients who have a BMI of 40 or greater, or a BMI of 35 or greater with a weight-related health condition such as type 2 diabetes. Bariatric surgeons frequently expect patients to first attempt natural weight loss for about six months to prove to the surgeon that the patient is capable of maintaining a post-surgery diet and exercise regimen.

For obese patients, gastric bypass surgery has many potential health and weight benefits. Gastric bypass surgery restricts the amount of food the stomach contains, as well as:

Reduces the calories the stomach absorbs
Alters gastrointestinal hormones, which help to heal obesity-induced metabolic syndrome
Suppresses appetite
Alleviates conditions caused or exacerbated by obesity, such as obstructive sleep apnea, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes
Contributes to mental health by improving self-esteem

During gastric bypass surgery, the stomach is stapled to reduce its size, and a small hole is created in the stomach and attached to the middle section of the small intestine. This direct connection between the stomach and the middle of the small intestine creates a channel for some food to bypass the normal route. By bypassing the upper small intestine and larger region of the stomach, food is not fully absorbed and patients do not retain the same amount of calories as before. This procedure is also sometimes referred to as "Roux-en-Y" gastric bypass surgery. Some bariatric surgeons may perform a "laparoscopic bypass" which uses a tiny camera (laparoscope) to guide the procedure.

Gastric bypass surgery is performed with general anesthesia and as preparation, a liquid diet is required for two weeks prior to undergoing the surgery. After the surgery, patients will spend about two days in the hospital and may miss work for two to three weeks. In the first month after the surgery, patients are only able to consume small portions of liquid or soft food. Even after reintroducing solid food, patients feel full quickly, sometimes after eating just two or three tablespoons. Some patients experience "dumping syndrome" (rapid processing of food into the small intestine), which is common during the recovery process. Gastric bypass surgery patients must also make permanent lifestyle changes. For example, gastric bypass patients are required to take vitamins for life after surgery and required to forever avoid certain foods, such as alcohol, sugar, and high fat food.

While the gastric bypass recovery process can be challenging, surgery results are usually swift: most gastric bypass surgery patients lose nearly half to two thirds of their starting weight within two years of surgery.

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

In The News

“Advanced Surgical Solutions, LLC founder, Dr. Vadim Gritsus, will be joining the distinguished NYBG team of 23 bariatric surgeons.”—"New York Bariatric Group Partners with Advanced Surgical Solutions LLC", Associated Press News, June 2022

“Dr. Vadim Gritsus is Director of Bariatric Surgery at Atlantic Health System's Chilton Medical Center.”—"Story from Atlantic Health System: Bariatric surgery may be an option to fight obesity", NorthJersey, April 2018

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD treated as a bariatric surgeon in Paramus, NJ during 2012 were X-rays, gastrointestinal procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	180
gastrointestinal procedures	72
hospital care	68
inpatient care	68
X-rays	72

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD treated as a bariatric surgeon in Paramus, NJ during 2013 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	170
gastrointestinal procedures	11
minimally invasive procedures	11
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	11

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD.

**Gender**
Male	37
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	87
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	47
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	47
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD treated as a bariatric surgeon in Paramus, NJ during 2014 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, ultrasound (sonogram) and abdominal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	18
diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	161
gastrointestinal procedures	28
minimally invasive procedures	28
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	18
weight management	14

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD.

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	64

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	85
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	55
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	43
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD treated as a bariatric surgeon in Paramus, NJ during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	150
gastrointestinal procedures	27
minimally invasive procedures	27
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	14
weight management	13

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD.

**Gender**
Male	66
Female	130

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	170
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	80

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	45
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	26
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	50
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD treated as a bariatric surgeon in Paramus, NJ during 2016 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	135
gastrointestinal procedures	12
minimally invasive procedures	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD.

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	60

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	66
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	36
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD in 2016

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	31
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	49
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD treated as a bariatric surgeon in Paramus, NJ during 2017 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	153
gastrointestinal procedures	11
minimally invasive procedures	11
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	11

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD.

**Gender**
Male	28
Female	54

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	64
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	40
From 75 to 84	15
85 and over	0
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD in 2017

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	51
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	46
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	100

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD.

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	48

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	54
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	30
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD in 2018

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	46
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD treated as a bariatric surgeon in Paramus, NJ during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	16
doctor visit	115
gastrointestinal procedures	27
minimally invasive procedures	27
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	16
weight management	11

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD.

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	53

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	64
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	42
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD treated as a bariatric surgeon in Paramus, NJ during 2020 were gastrointestinal procedures, X-rays, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	120
gastrointestinal procedures	27
minimally invasive procedures	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12
X-rays	15

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD.

**Gender**
Male	20
Female	55

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	51
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	13
85 and over	0
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	45
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	45
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD treated as a bariatric surgeon in Paramus, NJ during 2021 were X-rays and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	138
gastrointestinal procedures	13
X-rays	13

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD.

**Gender**
Male	22
Female	55

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	58
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD in 2021

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	49
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	43
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD treated as a bariatric surgeon in Paramus, NJ during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, weight management and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	112
gastrointestinal procedures	14
minimally invasive procedures	14
weight management	14

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD.

**Gender**
Male	22
Female	60

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	57
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	40
From 75 to 84	11
85 and over	0
Less than 65	31

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	23
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	45
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD treated as a bariatric surgeon in Paramus, NJ were hospital care, inpatient care, X-rays and gastrointestinal procedures.

abdominal imaging	18
diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	139
gastrointestinal procedures	24
hospital care	68
inpatient care	68
minimally invasive procedures	17
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	18
weight management	13
X-rays	33

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD.

**Gender**
Male	28
Female	58

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	68
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	1
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	3
85 and over	0
Less than 65	32
65 to 74	40

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	15
Osteoporosis	1
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	41
Atrial Fibrillation	6
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Education & Training

Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD graduated from Saint Petersburg I.P. Pavlov Medical University. He completed residency at Morristown Memorial Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and has a state license in New Jersey.

Medical School: Saint Petersburg I.P. Pavlov Medical University

Residency: Morristown Memorial Hospital

Board Certification: American Board of Surgery

Licensed In: New Jersey

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Atlantic Health System

St. Mary's General Hospital

Overlook Medical Center

Chilton Medical Center

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Cigna, AARP, QualCare, Great-West Healthcare, Amerigroup, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, United Healthcare, Blue Choice, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), Oxford Health Plans, Medicare, AHS PPO Employee Medical Plan and Empire Medicare.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

TRICARE

Cigna

AARP

QualCare

Great-West Healthcare

Amerigroup

Empire BlueCross BlueShield

United Healthcare

Blue Choice

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice)

Oxford Health Plans

Medicare

AHS PPO Employee Medical Plan

Empire Medicare

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 3.67 out of 5 stars based on 6 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Paramus, NJ.

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Overall Rating: 2.0 2022-06-28

I had a lap band installed in 2012. It was okay, nothing to warrant 4 stars. His office was busy, but I could get an appointment and follow up. DIsliked he wanted barium swallow each monthly visit and my insurance did not cover so I had to pay $260 out of pocket for each visit. I stopped going. Spent 10 years until I decided vomiting and pain were enough to go back to get it removed on May 31, 2022. My first appointment was almost 1.5 hours late. My surgery was fine, but I never got to have a follow-up because he was overbooked, apparently. I scheduled a telehealth mid-June which he first rescheduled and then promptly missed - just never showed or sent me the link. I called his service and they got back to me the next week with a new appointment time - in mid July! For a surgical follow up from May! Did they care that my incision got infected and I had to take care of it on my own? Who knows, they never cared to ask. Then end of June they call and ask I move up my mid July appointment to July 7th. Great! Called me the next day to cancel that because "he is also a surgeon and cannot see patients that day". So now I am asked to move to the 11th - but now in his new office because he just joined a new practice with "50 other doctors". You are a fool to think I am going to travel to sit in another office for 1.5 hours for an appointment where he is going to look at my 2-month healed incisions. I ask for telehealth - okay, the next appointment he has is on July 28th! Are you freaking kidding me? Pushing me out to the end of July to follow up on surgery from the end of May? Why? What is the point?  I was planning on the sleeve revision and was all ready to begin again, but I am going to begin with a new doctor, one whose staff can manage their office and not overbook the doctor, disregard the patients, and act like rude clerks doing you a favor for even trying to schedule you with such a busy surgeon. In all, the doctor is fine, he is not hurting for patients and is capable, and my surgery was fine despite an infection from separating at the main incision that cleared up with antibiotics and wound care.

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Vadim Gritsus, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Apollo Endosurgery US Inc	$634 Orbera $634
Medtronic, Inc.	$515 Signia $515
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.	$394 BIO-A Tissue Reinforcement $394
Ethicon US, LLC	$43 Synthetics $43
Novo Nordisk Inc	$29 $29
Other	$101 Energy# Harmonic $27	ENDOEYE FLEX 3D DEFLECTABLE VIDEOSCOPE $26	QSYMIA $14	LITHOVUE $13	Belviq $12	Other $10

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$933
Food and Beverage	$762
Education	$22

Biography

Dr. Vadim Gritsus is a specialist in general surgery and bariatric surgery. These areas are among his clinical interests: colorectal cancer, gallstones, and laparoscopic gastric banding. His patients gave him an average rating of 3.5 stars (out of 5). Dr. Gritsus appears to be an in-network provider for Amerigroup, AARP, and Blue California, in addition to other insurance carriers. Before completing his residency at Morristown Memorial Hospital and a hospital affiliated with the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), Dr. Gritsus attended medical school at Saint Petersburg I.P. Pavlov Medical University. Dr. Gritsus (or staff) speaks the following foreign languages: Spanish, French, and Russian. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center, Chilton Medical Center, and Overlook Medical Center. Dr. Gritsus welcomes new patients at his office inParamus, NJ as reported by Atlantic Health System.