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BIOGRAPHY

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Nitin Kumar Bansal is a well-known laparoscopic surgeon in Karnal. He has a clinical experience of more than nine years. He is currently providing his esteemed services at Amritdhara, My hospital, Karnal. He has also been associated with various hospitals as Laparoscopic, Bariatric, and GastroIntestinal surgeon. Dr. Nitin completed his MBBS in 2005 from Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak. Later in the year 2009, he passed his DNB in General Surgery conducted the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi from Mohan Dai Oswal Cancer Hospital, Ludhiana. He had also completed a Post-doctoral fellowship in Minimal Access surgery from Meenakshi Mission Hospital, Madurai. Dr. Nitin is an extensively trained surgeon and received training from the Institute of Robotic Surgery, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, and Institute of Minimal Access, Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital. Dr. Nitin is a member of the various reputed organization, and his papers have been published in several journals.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Nitin Kumar Bansal is an experienced and trained Laparoscopic, Bariatric, and GI surgeon. He had performed various laparoscopic surgeries with a high success rate. He is also specialized in robotic surgery and minimally invasive surgery. His area of services includes Surgical Gastroenterology, Duodenal Switch, laparoscopic biliopancreatic diversion, Gastric Bypass Surgery, and Gastric Banding Surgery. He is specialized in open and advances laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery, and Single port (Scarless Surgery).

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

The conditions whose treatment is being provided by Dr. Nitin Kumar Bansal are as follows::

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

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 Nitin Kumar Bansal

The signs and symptoms which are a sure go ahead for someone to qualify for Bariatric Surgery are:

  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. 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.

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 Nitin Kumar Bansal

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

Dr. Nitin Kumar Bansal is well known for performing many kinds of procedures such as:

  • Appendectomy
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Abdominoperineal Resection
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Whipples Procedure
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • 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. Their are also other weight loss procedures that can help people lose weight like the Minigastric bypass, Gastric bands and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Though few and far between, there are some risks associated with weight loss procedures such as:

• 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
  • DNB (General Surgery)
  • FNB

Past Experiences

  • Amritdhara, My Hospital, Karnal, India
  • 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 (1)

  • He has done Advance Training in Bariatric Surgery from Dukes University, Durham ( North Carolina) USA.

MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Association of surgeons of India

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (2)

  • Laparoscopic correction of intestinal malrotation in adult.
  • Laparoscopic Esophagogastroplasty in Management of Megaesophagus with Axis Deviation

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PROCEDURES

  • Abdominoperineal Resection
  • 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. Nitin Kumar Bansal have?
Dr. Nitin Kumar Bansal is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Karnal, India.
Does Dr. Nitin Kumar Bansal offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Nitin Kumar Bansal have?
Dr. Nitin Kumar Bansal is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 9 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Bariatric Surgeon

What does a Bariatric Surgeon do?

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 fertility

The procedures help in either reducing the food intake or by keeping a check on how much nutrients are absorbed by the body or with 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.

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.:

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

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. The Urinalysis and the blood function related tests are representative of the overall health of the person undergoing treatment. Tests that present the right picture regards the heart and respiratory functions in a patient and thus evaluate the suitability of the Bariatric surgery hold a lot of importance.

When should you go to see a Bariatric Surgeon?

If your weight loss journey has been sketchy and not steady despite your best efforts with alternative and medical weight loss methods then a Bariatric Surgeon is your best option. Also, the people who must visit a Bariatric surgeon are those who fit the weight and overall health criteria to get this procedure done. You can also choose to consult the doctor for pre operative recommendations and post operative rehabilitative steps.