Dr. Joong Yeol Park

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

The conditions whose treatment is being provided by Dr. Joong Yeol Park are as follows::

• Morbid Obesity

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.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr Joong Yeol Park

Here are the symptoms and signs which indicate that you would readily qualify for weight loss 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

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.:

• 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

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 Joong Yeol Park

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.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Joong Yeol Park

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Joong Yeol Park are as follows:

• Lap Gastric Banding
• Gastric Bypass
• Sleeve Gastrectomy

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 weight

Qualification

• Doctor of Medicine : Seoul National University
• Master of Medicine : Seoul National University
• Bachelor of Medicine : Seoul National University

Work Experiences

• Chief, u health Center, UUCM AMC
• Chief, Diabetes Center, UUCM AMC
• Professor in Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, UUCM AMC
• Associate Professor in Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, UUCM AMC
• Joslin Diabetes Center, Harvard Medical School Visiting Scientist
• Assist Professor in Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, UUCM AMC
• Clinical Instructor in Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, UUCM AMC
• Residency in internal Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital
• Internship in Seoul National University Hospital