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Dr. Ajay Kumar Kriplani

Dr. Ajay Kumar Kriplani

Laparoscopic Surgeon ·
, Gurgaon, India

40 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Hindi , English

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About Dr. Ajay Kumar Kriplani

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

The conditions whose treatment is being provided by Dr. Ajay Kumar Kriplani are as follows::

  • Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis
  • Morbid Obesity
  • Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases

Being overweight is not an individual problem but it introduces to you various health conditions which are developed as a result of the excess weight. High blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes or severe sleep apnea are conditions often interlinked with obesity and with good scientific reasoning to back it up. It is not just the reversal of weight which is accomplished by the doctor but preventing the adding of new weight.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr Ajay Kumar Kriplani

The signs and symptoms which are a sure go ahead for someone to qualify for Bariatric Surgery are:

  1. BMI ≥ 40, or more than 45 pounds overweight
  2. BMI ≥ 35, and one or more obesity-related co-morbidities
  3. Inability to lose and maintain weight even with sustained weight loss efforts

Their are several co-morbidities which if you are suffering from strengthen your case for a Bariatric surgery. Here are the other co-morbidities which one can suffer from if they are overweight.:

  • Individuals with BMI 35- 39.9 and underlying obesity-related health problem like; cardiovascular disease, type -2 diabetes, sleep disorders, stroke, hypertension and chronic acid reflux.
  • Individuals with BMI 40 or higher

When you are obese, then Respiratory disorders, Type II diabetes, Hypertension and Osteoarthritis are conditions that are bound to crop up sooner rather than later.

Operating Hours of Dr Ajay Kumar Kriplani

10 am to 7 pm are the operating hours of the doctor on weekdays and 10 am to 2 pm on weekends. It is always the effort of the surgeon to ensure that the patients gets the best of treatment which is enabled by the surgeons indepth experience in this field.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Ajay Kumar Kriplani

Here is the list of the popular procedures performed by Dr. Ajay Kumar Kriplani.:

  • Hemicolectomy
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Gastric Bypass

The way your small intestine and stomach handle your food is changed and this plays a major role in Gastric Bypass being one of the most effective weight loss surgeries. Their are several other weight loss processes that the surgeon applies for you to lose weight like Sleeve Gastrectomy, Minigastric bypass and Gastric bands. Though few and far between, there are some risks associated with weight loss procedures such as:

• Acid reflux • Anesthesia-related risks • Chronic nausea and vomiting • Dilation of esophagus • Inability to eat certain foods • Infection • Obstruction of stomach • Weight gain or failure to lose weight

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • MS

Work Experiences

  • Director - Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
  • Senior Resident - AIIMS, New Delhi

Certifications (4)

  • FIAGES
  • FICLS
  • FALS
  • FAIS

Memberships (7)

  • Life Member, Association of Surgeons of India (ASI).
  • Life Member, Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES).
  • Life member, Asia Pacific Hernia Society (APHS).
  • Founder Member, Hernia Society of India (HSI) affiliated to Asia Pacific Hernia Society.
  • Life member, Obesity Surgery Society of India (OSSI) affiliated to International Federation for Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).
  • Life member, Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO).
  • Life member, Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology (IASG).

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Procedures Performed

Adhesion Lysis
Cardiomyotomy
Foregut Surgery
Gastric Bypass
Hemicolectomy
Hiatal Hernia Repair
Ileoanal Anastomosis (J-Pouch) Surgery
Lap Gastric Banding
Laparoscopic Colon Resection
Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair
Low Anterior Resection
Meckel's Diverticulectomy Treatment
Nissen Fundoplication
Pancreatectomy
Pancreatic Surgery
Partial Colectomy
Proctectomy
Retroperitoneum Surgery
Robotic Hernia Surgery
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Small Bowel Resection
Splenectomy
Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy
Subtotal Proctocolectomy
Total Colectomy

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Ajay Kumar Kriplani is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Gurugram, India.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Ajay Kumar Kriplani is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 35 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Bariatric Surgeon

These surgeons help patients who have excess weight lose the weight and keep from gaining excess weight. The procedures performed by Bariatric Surgeon are not just a solution for obesity but bring in several health benefits as well.:

• Long-term remission for type 2 diabetes • Improved cardiovascular health • Better mental health • Remove sleep apnea • Joint pain relief • Improved fertility

It is the prerogative of the surgeon to choose the kind of procedure to help lose weight, by reducing intake of food, reducing how much nutrients the body is absorbing or the one which uses both techniques together. The surgeons' responsibility is not just to complete the procedure but to also help with the post operative dos and don'ts regards the diet and exercise, direct which tests are to be done and to prescribe the right medications.

When you are consulting a Bariatric Surgeon, kindly get these tests done before and during the consultation as per the surgeons' recommendation.:

  • Folate, thiamine
  • Fe Panel
  • Complete metabolic panel including calcium and liver function tests
  • EKG
  • B12
  • Lipid panel
  • Blood work
  • Thyroid function tests
  • HgbA1C (if known diabetic)
  • Cardiac echo – hx of phen-fen or long-standing sleep apnea or cardiac risk screen
  • Stress test
  • Homocysteine, C-Reactive protein, lipoprotein a – to assess cardiac risk factors
  • CXR
  • CBC

The tests completed anytime in the duration of the procedure enhance the quality of treatment being provided. The tests which are considered essential are the blood and the urine tests which give the right picture about the physiological status of anyone. Electrocardiogram, Pulmonary function testing, Echocardiogram and Cardiology evaluation provide the a good picture of the condition of the heart and the respiratory functions.

If your weight loss journey has been sketchy and not steady despite your best efforts with alternative and medical weight loss methods then a Bariatric Surgeon is your best option. When you are making the decision to visit the Bariatric Surgeon please also make sure that your health and weight are a right match. It is also for pre operative consultation and post operative rehabilitation that you can consult the surgeon.

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