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10 Questions With Long Island Medical Weight Loss
Here's how Dr. Vaccariello of Long Island Medical Weight Loss is helping patients achieve their weight loss goals.

Dr. Charles Vaccariello, owner and physician of Long Island Medical Weight Loss, has been helping patients look and feel great for more than 30 years. By creating a personal relationship with patients and investing time and assistance in their weight-loss journey, Dr. Vaccariello distinguishes himself from others in the industry. His main goal is to see others achieve theirs. Read on to learn more about how Dr. Vaccariello is helping patients shed pounds in a healthy manner.
Patch: How long have you been doing business in town or how long has the organization you represent been around in the community?
Dr. Vaccariello: I have been a practicing physician on Long Island for over 30 years and just recently opened an office in Commack.
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Patch: What attracted you to the line of work you’re in, and how did you get started?
Dr. Vaccariello: It gives me great pleasure to see my patients achieve their goals. Whether it be just trying to shed the Christmas pounds or more serious weight conditions, I have been able to help a great deal of people.
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Patch: What’s the most satisfying part of your job?
Dr. Vaccariello: The most satisfying part of the job is the relationships that I have with many of my patients. I have come to consider many of them friends and I look forward to seeing them each month.
Patch: How would you say your business or organization distinguishes itself from the others?
Dr. Vaccariello: I can be distinguished from others in the field by my experience and the care that is given. I personally see each patient, track their progress and make changes if needed. You will not be seeing a physicians assistant if you come to my office. You will be dealing directly with me.
Patch: What’s the best piece of advice you can give when it comes to success?
Dr. Vaccariello: The best advice I could give any one in business is to keep paying your bills. All tough times seem to work out if you keep moving forward. Also, keeping the balance between work and non-work is often very difficult, but you have to find time for the kids and grandkids. After all, what's the sense of working if everyone is mad at you?
Patch: What is your favorite thing about Patch?
Dr. Vaccariello: I enjoy Patch because of the local knowledge and information that it provides. When I read Patch, I know I am seeing stories from this neighborhood and things that affect me and my family.
Patch: How can Patch readers learn more about your work and business?
Dr. Vaccariello: My office can be reached by calling 631-343-7611.
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This Patch article is sponsored by Long Island Medical Weight Loss.
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