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BIOGRAPHY

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Antanas Mickevicius is a popular Bariatric surgeon in Lithuania. Dr. Mickevicius has nearly 30 years of experiences a bariatric surgeon in Lithuania. His areas of expertise include Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Plication. Dr. Antanas Mickevicius graduated from the Kaunas Medical University. He underwent training in different countries including Sweden, the UK, and the Netherlands. Currently, Dr. Antanas Mickevicius is the lead bariatric and upper GI surgeon at Kauno Klinikos university hospital and Kardiolita Hospital, Lithuania as well as a consultant bariatric surgeon at Royal Stoke University hospital, UK.

Contribution to Medical Science 

Dr. Antanas Mickevicius is a reputed weight loss surgeon in Lithuania. He performs over 200 bariatric surgeries in the UK and Lithuania every year. He has participated in various national and international conferences. He is a member of the Lithuanian Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery and International Federation of Surgery for Obesity (IFSO).

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

The conditions whose treatment is being provided by Dr. Antanas Mickevicius are as follows::

  • Morbid Obesity

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. It is not just anecdotal but their is good scientific reason to realise that conditions like diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure or severe sleep apnea are all resultant of someone being overweight. Weight gain reversal and preventing the adding of more weight becomes a reality by the procedures performed by the surgeon.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr Antanas Mickevicius

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

Co-morbidities are also present when you are suffering from obesity and these make it even more important for you to get the Bariatric surgery. We bring to you the many co-morbidities that have a natural correlation with being obese.:

  • 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

Being overweight is never a problem that comes alone but is always accompanied with related health conditions like Hypertension, Respiratory disorders, Type II diabetes and Osteoarthritis.

Operating Hours of Dr Antanas Mickevicius

The doctor is present during the operating hours of 10 am to 7 pm on weekdays and on weekends from 10 am to 2 pm.. The surgeon has specialised and indepth experience which has ensured that the patients have been happy with the best results regards the solution to obesity and related issues.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Antanas Mickevicius

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Antanas Mickevicius are as follows:

  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Gastric Bypass

The digestion of the food is changed with Gastric bypass operation and thus it is known as one of the most effective weight loss procedures. Sleeve Gastrectomy, Minigastric bypass and Gastric bands are some of the other popular Bariatric surgeries which have shown promising results. 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

  • Sahlgrenska university hospital (Gothenburg, Sweden)

Past Experiences

  • Consultant upper GI and bariatric surgeon in Lithuania and the United Kingdom.
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  • Option to avail the Video Consultation with the Lead Doctor of the board

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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • Advanced bariatric surgery training at Whittington hospital (London, UK).

MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Lithuanian Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
  • International Federation of Surgery for Obesity (IFSO)

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PROCEDURES

  • Gastric Bypass
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many years of experience does Dr. Antanas Mickevicius have being a bariatric surgeon in Lithuania?

Dr. Mickevicius has nearly 30 years of experiences a bariatric surgeon in Lithuania.

What are the primary treatments and surgeries does Dr. Antanas Mickevicius as a bariatric surgeon?

Dr. Antanas Mickevicius’s primary treatment and surgery include Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Plication.

Does Dr. Antanas Mickevicius provide Online Consultation?

Yes, Dr. Antanas Mickevičius provides online consultation via MediGence.

How much does it cost to consult online with Dr. Antanas Mickevicius?

It costs 120USD to consult online with the expert Bariatric surgeon.

What associations is Dr. Antanas Mickevicius part of?

He is a member of the Lithuanian Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery and International Federation of Surgery for Obesity (IFSO).

When do you need to see a bariatric surgeon such as Dr. Antanas Mickevicius?

We need to consult a bariatric surgeon like Dr. Antanas Mickevicius for queries regarding weight loss surgery, Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Plication.

How to connect with Dr. Antanas Mickevicius for Online Consultation through MediGence?

The expert Bariatric Surgeon from Lithuania can be easily consulted online by registering your profile with MediGence and writing down your query. An appointment for a consultation with the expert will be scheduled. After the payment via PayPal, the Online Teleconsultation will connect the expert and the patient through a live F2F session.

What area of specialization does Dr. Antanas Mickevicius have?
Dr. Antanas Mickevicius is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Vilnius, Lithuania.
Does Dr. Antanas Mickevicius offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Antanas Mickevicius have?
Dr. Antanas Mickevicius is one of the most sought after specialists in Lithuania and has over 10 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Bariatric Surgeon

What does a Bariatric Surgeon do?

The Bariatric Surgeons provide assistance to patients in losing weight and in avoiding to gain back the 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

The procedures help in either reducing the food intake or by keeping a check on how much nutrients are absorbed by the body or with a combination of both. Prescribing medicines and tests as well as recommending dietary and lifestyle changes post the procedures is all the responsibility of Bariatric surgeon.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for a Bariatric Surgeon?

Here are the recommended tests prior to and during consultation with a Bariatric Surgeon.:

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

As the direction of treatment is based on these tests, it is important to get these tests performed on the patients. Any persons physiological status can be gauged by the urine and blood tests which are recommended by the Bariatric Surgeon quite often. Electrocardiogram, Pulmonary function testing, Echocardiogram and Cardiology evaluation provide the a good picture of the condition of the heart and the respiratory functions.

When should you go to see a Bariatric Surgeon?

When your health condition due to obesity has not improved despite all the alternative treatment methods and efforts then you must go to see a Bariatric Surgeon. When you are making the decision to visit the Bariatric Surgeon please also make sure that your health and weight are a right match. Both for post operative rehabilitation as well as pre operative preparation a consultation with the surgeon can be arranged.