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Dr. N Arulvanan

Dr. N Arulvanan

Laparoscopic Surgeon ·
, Mumbai, India

19 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Hindi , English

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About Dr. N Arulvanan

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. N Arulvanan provides treatment for several conditions as we have listed below::

  • Morbid Obesity

Many different health issues are introduced in patients who are overweight and are eligible for weight loss or bariatric surgery. Heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and severe sleep apnea are all conditions that develop as a result of being overweight. They also help in not just reversing the weight gain through the procedure but ensure that the weight does not return.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr N Arulvanan

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. The co-morbidities that come with being obese are as follows:

  • 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

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 N Arulvanan

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

Popular Procedures performed by Dr N Arulvanan

Dr. N Arulvanan is well known for performing many kinds of procedures such as:

  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Lap Gastric Banding

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

  • MS
  • MBBS

Work Experiences

  • Senior Consultant, Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai

Certifications (1)

  • Fellow at New Life Centre for Bariatric Surgery, Tennessee, USA.

Memberships (1)

  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)

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Procedures Performed

Adhesion Lysis
Cardiomyotomy
Foregut Surgery
Gastric Bypass
Hiatal Hernia Repair
Ileoanal Anastomosis (J-Pouch) Surgery
Lap Gastric Banding
Laparoscopic Colon Resection
Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair
Low Anterior Resection
Meckel's Diverticulectomy Treatment
Nissen Fundoplication
Pancreatectomy
Pancreatic Surgery
Partial Colectomy
Proctectomy
Retroperitoneum Surgery
Robotic Hernia Surgery
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Small Bowel Resection
Splenectomy
Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy
Subtotal Proctocolectomy
Total Colectomy

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. N Arulvanan is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Mumbai, India.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. N Arulvanan is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 18 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Bariatric Surgeon

These surgeons help patients who have excess weight lose the weight and keep from gaining excess weight. The procedures that help people lose weight have additional health benefits as well like:

• 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. Prescribing medicines and tests as well as recommending dietary and lifestyle changes post the procedures is all the responsibility of 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
  • Homocysteine, C-Reactive protein, lipoprotein a – to assess cardiac risk factors
  • CXR
  • HgbA1C (if known diabetic)
  • B12
  • Stress test
  • Complete metabolic panel including calcium and liver function tests
  • Blood work
  • Thyroid function tests
  • Lipid panel
  • Fe Panel
  • Folate, thiamine
  • EKG
  • CBC

The tests completed anytime in the duration of the procedure enhance the quality of treatment being provided. Any persons physiological status can be gauged by the urine and blood tests which are recommended by the Bariatric Surgeon quite often. Electrocardiogram, Pulmonary function testing, Echocardiogram and Cardiology evaluation provide the a good picture of the condition of the heart and the respiratory functions.

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. It is also wise to consider the weight and other health parameters before you decide to consider a Bariatric surgery. It is also for pre operative consultation and post operative rehabilitation that you can consult the surgeon.

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