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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

We bring to you the conditions which are being treated by Dr. Jitender Verma.:

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

Many different health issues are introduced in patients who are overweight and are eligible for weight loss or bariatric surgery. 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 Jitender Verma

It is the signs that are mentioned below that indicate your qualifying for weight loss or Bariatric surgery.:

  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. Here are the other co-morbidities which one can suffer from if they are overweight.:

  • 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.

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 Jitender Verma

10 am to 2 pm are the operating hours of the doctor on weekends and 10 am to 7 pm on weekdays. 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 Jitender Verma

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Jitender Verma are as follows:

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

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 also other weight loss procedures that can help people lose weight like the Minigastric bypass, Gastric bands and Sleeve Gastrectomy. The complications and risks that can occur when their has been a weight loss surgery are as follows::

• 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

Past Experiences

  • senior Registrar - V.M.M.C and Safdarjung Hospital New Delhi
  • Consultant - FMRI Gurgaon
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
  • Written Second Opinion report delivered within 5 days
  • Option to avail the Video Consultation with the Lead Doctor of the board

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CERTIFICATIONS (3)

  • Fellowship in Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgical Oncology - Galaxy Care Hospital Pune, 2014
  • Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery
  • Fellowship Course (FIAGES) Indian association of gastrointestinal Endosurgeons

MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo-Surgeons (IAGES)

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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. Jitender Verma have?
Dr. Jitender Verma is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Gurugram, India.
Does Dr. Jitender Verma offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Jitender Verma have?
Dr. Jitender Verma is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 15 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. Here is a list of some additional positives of weight loss procedures other than being a solution for obesity.:

• 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. 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?

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

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

The importance of these tests cannot be underlined enough because the treatment process is based on them. Any persons physiological status can be gauged by the urine and blood tests which are recommended by the Bariatric Surgeon quite often. It is tests such as Pulmonary function testing, Echocardiogram and Cardiology evaluation that are useful in presenting a truthful picture of how well the heart and the respiratory system is functioning.

When should you go to see a Bariatric Surgeon?

It is wise to consider consulting with a Bariatric Surgeon when all the medical and alternative treatment methods have not yielded you the best results. You should also be someone whose weight and health parameters are right in place as eligibility for this procedure. It is also for pre operative consultation and post operative rehabilitation that you can consult the surgeon.