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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

Here is a detailed list of conditions for which Dr. B Narsaiah provides treatment.:

  • Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder)
  • Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases
  • Pancreatic Head Cancer
  • Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis
  • Morbid Obesity
  • Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection
  • Inguinal Hernia (in Groin)
  • Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma
  • Complicated Acute Appendicitis

Many different health issues are introduced in patients who are overweight and are eligible for weight loss or bariatric surgery. Severe sleep apnea, heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure have a direct correlation with being obese or overweight and it is all such conditions that can be resolved with a weight loss surgery. 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 B Narsaiah

Your being qualified for a weight loss or bariatric surgery is dependent on these signs:

  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

What strengthens your candidature for a Bariatric surgery are co-morbidities which if present can complicate your health condition from just an obesity issue to something more life threatening. The co-morbidities that come with being obese are as follows:

  • Individuals with BMI 40 or higher
  • 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.

Respiratory disorders, Type II diabetes, Hypertension and Osteoarthritis are some very common critical conditions that patients suffer from when they are dealing with obesity.

Operating Hours of Dr B Narsaiah

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 B Narsaiah

Here is the list of the popular procedures performed by Dr. B Narsaiah.:

  • Appendectomy
  • Whipples Procedure
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair

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. Their are also other weight loss procedures that can help people lose weight like the Minigastric bypass, Gastric bands and Sleeve Gastrectomy. We bring to you the various complications and risks that are natural to occur when a weight loss procedure has been performed.:

• 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 from Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad in 1983
  • MS - General Surgery from Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad in 1987

Past Experiences

  • Worked as Asst Professor of surgery at Osmania medical college from 1991 – 1995
  • Worked as civil assistant surgeon & laparoscopy in charge (Dt)in Mahaboobnagar District of Andhra Pradesh from 1987 -1990.
  • Worked as Director Department of Laparoscopy at Aditya Hospital and Care Hospital
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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CERTIFICATIONS (2)

  • FAIS
  • FMAS

MEMBERSHIPS (6)

  • Member of Indian obesity society (OSSICON)
  • Member of Asia Pacific Hernia Society (APHS)
  • Member of Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)
  • Member of Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI)
  • Member of Hernia Society of India and Governing council member - ASI
  • Member of Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (IAGES)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (2)

  • FAIS
  • FMAS

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PROCEDURES

  • Appendectomy
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Whipple's Procedure

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. B Narsaiah have?
Dr. B Narsaiah is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Hyderabad, India.
Does Dr. B Narsaiah offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. B Narsaiah have?
Dr. B Narsaiah is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 38 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. Do have a look at some more benefits of losing weight via Bariatric procedures.:

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

There are three kinds of procedures that are done by the surgeons, the first one helps in lessening the food intake, the second kinds lower the ability of the body to absorb the nutrients and a third kind do both. They also help the patients with post operative consultations recommending lifestyle and dietary changes as well as by prescribing medicines and tests.

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
  • EKG
  • Blood work
  • Stress test
  • Homocysteine, C-Reactive protein, lipoprotein a – to assess cardiac risk factors
  • HgbA1C (if known diabetic)
  • Folate, thiamine
  • B12
  • Thyroid function tests
  • Complete metabolic panel including calcium and liver function tests
  • Lipid panel
  • CXR
  • Fe Panel
  • CBC

The importance of these tests cannot be underlined enough because the treatment process is based on them. The tests which are considered essential are the blood and the urine tests which give the right picture about the physiological status of anyone. Tests that present the right picture regards the heart and respiratory functions in a patient and thus evaluate the suitability of the Bariatric surgery hold a lot of importance.

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. Also, the people who must visit a Bariatric surgeon are those who fit the weight and overall health criteria to get this procedure done. Both for post operative rehabilitation as well as pre operative preparation a consultation with the surgeon can be arranged.