Bariatric Weight-Loss Surgery - Bassett Healthcare Network
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery • Southampton, NY • Since 1922
About
Summary: Bassett Healthcare Network is a nonprofit health system based in Cooperstown, NY, serving a rural eight-county region with six hospitals, outpatient centers, and partner services. Founded in 1922, it operates as an integrated care network across upstate New York and offers a broad range of health services. If you’re specifically seeking bariatric weight-loss surgery, Bassett’s network includes regional hospitals and outpatient centers that may offer weight-management programs and surgical options; contact Bassett directly at their Cooperstown headquarters or one of their listed New York locations to confirm bariatric surgery availability, providers, and referral procedures. For precise information on bariatric services, visit bassett.org or call their main line at (607) 547-3456.
Clinic Type
Weight Loss/Bariatric Surgery
Address
Bassett Medical Center, 1 Atwell Road, Cooperstown, NY 13326-1394; Bassett Herkimer Specialty Services, 321 East Albany Street, Herkimer, NY 13350
Phone
1-800-BASSETT
compliance@bassett.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Current Offers
Free virtual new patient seminars (required before scheduling surgery) — Free
FAQs
What bariatric surgeries are performed here?
Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Band (LAP-BAND®)
What bariatric surgery options are available?
We offer comprehensive, minimally invasive surgical options for weight-loss and a full range of surgical options, plus support services to prepare you for surgery and help you keep the weight off after surgery.
What support services are included with the program?
Diet advice and guidance with a registered dietitian, psychosocial support, exercise guidance, and support groups.
Is there a new patient seminar before scheduling surgery?
Yes, virtual new patient seminars are free and required before scheduling a surgery.
How can I contact the bariatric surgery team with questions before attending a seminar?
Call 1-800-BASSETT.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye (Bassett Health Center Cobleskill): 2.7 stars (63 reviews)
Patients praise
- Availability of advanced, minimally invasive surgical techniques like robotic-assisted surgery
- High-performing ratings for specific adult procedures (at Bassett Medical Center)
- Systemic support structure involving a team for pre- and post-surgery care
Common complaints
- Reports of poor communication and feeling ignored by staff
- Concerns about staff professionalism and dismissive attitudes
- Complaints regarding high turnover of providers and difficulty accessing care
"Stay away from the bariatric program there. They don't listen to you, gaslight you, and basically let you suffer instead of trying to help you."
— Yelp review for Bassett Medical Center"Most of the Bassett reviews are awful... Bassett Health Care used to be better, but have deteriorated over the years. They care about themselves, egoists, and you become a second priority."
— Birdeye review for Bassett Health Center CobleskillSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Bassett Healthcare Network Names Dr. Luis Oceguera as Operating Rooms Medical Director — Dec 11, 2025
- Bassett Medical Center Performs Network’s First TAMBE® Procedure to Treat Aortic Aneurysm — Dec 1, 2025
- Bassett Healthcare Network Using Innovative Treatments to Reduce Recovery Times After Gallbladder Issues — Jun 17, 2026
- Bassett Healthcare Network Launches Strategic Plan and Appoints New Leaders to Achieve Goals — Feb 19, 2026
- Weight loss surgery Q&A with an expert - Sanford Health News — Mar 20, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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