Laparoscopic Surgeon ·
Asan Medical Centre , Seoul, South Korea
35 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Korean , English
The conditions whose treatment is being provided by Dr. Joong Yeol Park are as follows::
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. Prevention of fresh weight gain and removal of the excess weight are both achieved by the surgeon through the procedures they perform.
Here are the symptoms and signs which indicate that you would readily qualify for weight loss surgery.:
Their are several co-morbidities which if you are suffering from strengthen your case for a Bariatric surgery. We bring to you the many co-morbidities that have a natural correlation with being obese.:
Respiratory disorders, Type II diabetes, Hypertension and Osteoarthritis are some very common critical conditions that patients suffer from when they are dealing with obesity.
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 doctor has a vast experience in performing bariatric procedures and is known to go above and beyond to find the best solution for the patients.
The popular procedures performed by Dr. Joong Yeol Park 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. 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 weightBook a secure video consultation for expert Weight Loss Specialist care.
Weight loss and weight management is what the Bariatric Surgeons help patients with. 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 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. They also help the patients with post operative consultations recommending lifestyle and dietary changes as well as by prescribing medicines and tests.
When you are consulting a Bariatric Surgeon, kindly get these tests done before and during the consultation as per the surgeons' recommendation.:
These tests gain more significance because they give the right picture regards the health status of a patients condition which helps with the treatment immensely. Blood and urine tests are standard tests that are testament to the physiological makeup of the body and are routinely recommended by Bariatric Surgeons. 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. It is also wise to consider the weight and other health parameters before you decide to consider a Bariatric surgery. You can also choose to consult the doctor for pre operative recommendations and post operative rehabilitative steps.
BPT, MS in Healthcare Mgmt
4 Years of Experience
Last Reviewed - June 2026
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