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18 Years of experience
Speaks: English
Dr. Fuad Ahmed is a general, laparoscopic and bariatric surgeon for the past 15 years. He completed his medical degree from the College of Medicine, Baghdad University, Iraq and also finished his residency clinical training from Medical City Teaching Centre, Iraq. For further medical specialization he joined the Arab Board and also earned a certificate from the Arab Board in General Surgery in Medical City teaching Centre, Baghdad, Iraq. He has also received a certification in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery from the European Accreditation Council for Bariatric Surgery.
Dr. Ahmed has a keen interest in laparoscopic procedures like laparoscopic cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair and fundoplication, laparoscopic heller cardiomyotomy, laparoscopic splenectomy, laparoscopic gastric surgeries, laparoscopic colorectal surgeries, laparoscopic hernia repair including incisional hernias and single incision laparoscopic surgery and mini laparoscopy. At the same time, he has immense expertise in advanced laparoscopic techniques, minimally invasive operations, minimally invasive weight loss procedures like laparoscopic gastric banding and removal, laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, laparoscopic mini-gastric bypass, laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, laparoscopic transit bipartition, and much more. He has also written a number of medical articles and has been invited to deliver lectures at international conferences.
The conditions whose treatment is being provided by Dr. Fuad Ahmed are as follows::
It is well known that bariatric or weight loss surgery is not a standalone condition and it brings with it various health issues. Heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and severe sleep apnea are all conditions that develop as a result of being overweight. It is not just the reversal of weight which is accomplished by the doctor but preventing the adding of new weight.
Your being qualified for a weight loss or bariatric surgery is dependent on these signs:
The case for getting a Bariatric surgery becomes stronger if you are having co-morbidities with the obesity. We bring to you the many co-morbidities that have a natural correlation with being obese.:
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.
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.
The popular procedures performed by Dr. Fuad Ahmed are as follows:
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. Some popular Bariatric surgeries which have shown great results over a period of time are Sleeve Gastrectomy, Minigastric bypass and Gastric bands. Let us have a look at the risks that are present if you are getting a weight loss surgery 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
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Bariatric Surgeon help patients to lose weight and to keep the weight off i.e., they assist patients who are obese with weight loss and weight management. 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 fertilityA Bariatric Surgeon help patients lose weight through three kinds of procedures either through ones which somehow lower the intake of food, second ones aim to lessen how much nutrients are absorbed and the third are a combination of both. It is of prime importance that not only do you lose the weight but your lifestyle and diet is an enabler so that you do not gain the weight back and this is also what the surgeon assists you with.
The tests that are to be done prior to and during a Bariatric surgery are listed below for your convenience.:
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.
Your best option is to consult with a Bariatric Surgeon when even medical and alternative weight loss methods are not helping you to lose and maintain the right weight. Also, the people who must visit a Bariatric surgeon are those who fit the weight and overall health criteria to get this procedure done. You can also choose to consult the doctor for pre operative recommendations and post operative rehabilitative steps.