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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Mriganka Sekhar Sharma provides treatment for several conditions as we have listed below::

  • Morbid Obesity

Being overweight is not an individual problem but it introduces to you various health conditions which are developed as a result of the excess weight. 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 Mriganka Sekhar Sharma

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

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 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.

Health issues such as Hypertension, Type II diabetes, Osteoarthritis and respiratory disorders are a common side effect of being overweight.

Operating Hours of Dr Mriganka Sekhar Sharma

The operating hours of the doctor are from 10 am to 7 pm on weekdays and 10 am to 2 pm on weekends. 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 Mriganka Sekhar Sharma

Dr. Mriganka Sekhar Sharma is well known for performing many kinds of procedures such as:

  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Gastric Bypass

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. Sleeve Gastrectomy, Minigastric bypass and Gastric bands are some of the other popular Bariatric surgeries which have shown promising results. 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 - University of Gauhati, 1998
  • MS - General Surgery - Dibrugarh University, 2005

Past Experiences

  • Consultant, Columbia Asia Hospital, Palam Vihar, Gurgaon
  • Consultant, Medanta - The Medicity, Gurgaon
  • Junior Consultant, Indian Spinal Injuries Center, New Delhi
  • Consultant, Fortis Hospial, Noida,
  • Senior Resident, Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi,
  • Junior Resident ,Institute of Neurological Sciences (GNRC), Guwahati, Assam
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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CERTIFICATIONS (2)

  • Fellowship - Bariatric & Upper GI Surgery
  • FACS

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PROCEDURES

  • Gastric Bypass
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Mriganka Sekhar Sharma have?
Dr. Mriganka Sekhar Sharma is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in New Delhi, India.
Does Dr. Mriganka Sekhar Sharma offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Mriganka Sekhar Sharma have?
Dr. Mriganka Sekhar Sharma is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 20+ Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Bariatric Surgeon

What does a Bariatric Surgeon do?

These surgeons help patients who have excess weight lose the weight and keep from gaining 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

A 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.

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.:

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

As the direction of treatment is based on these tests, it is important to get these tests performed on the patients. The tests which are considered essential are the blood and the urine tests which give the right picture about the physiological status of anyone. In order to check how appropriate the process is going to be the surgeon recommends tests related to the respiratory and heart functions as well such as Electrocardiogram, Pulmonary function testing etc.

When should you go to see a Bariatric Surgeon?

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. When you are making the decision to visit the Bariatric Surgeon please also make sure that your health and weight are a right match. Kindly look towards checking with your surgeon for pre operative preparations and post operative rehabilitation.