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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

Here is a detailed list of conditions for which Dr. Omar Khan provides treatment.:

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

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. 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 Omar Khan

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

Co-morbidities are also present when you are suffering from obesity and these make it even more important for you to get the 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 Omar Khan

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

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Omar Khan are as follows:

  • Whipples Procedure
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Appendectomy
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair

Gastric bypass has been understood to be one of the most effective surgery for weight loss as it changes the way the small intestine and stomach manage what you eat. Their are several other weight loss processes that the surgeon applies for you to lose weight like Sleeve Gastrectomy, Minigastric bypass and Gastric bands. 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

  • MA,
  • MB BCHIR
  • FRCS

Past Experiences

  • St George's University Hospital
  • 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 (3)

  • PhD
  • PGCE
  • PGDip (Law)

MEMBERSHIPS (3)

  • Member of the Association of Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeons
  • British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society
  • International Federation of Obesity Surgery

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Published over 160 articles and his weight-loss research has been published in the Lancet and was featured in national and international press.

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PROCEDURES

  • 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. Omar Khan have?
Dr. Omar Khan is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in London, United Kingdom.
Does Dr. Omar Khan offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Omar Khan have?
Dr. Omar Khan is one of the most sought after specialists in United Kingdom and has over 20 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Bariatric Surgeon

What does a Bariatric Surgeon do?

The Bariatric Surgeons provide assistance to patients in losing weight and in avoiding to gain back the 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

It is the prerogative of the surgeon to choose the kind of procedure to help lose weight, by reducing intake of food, reducing how much nutrients the body is absorbing or the one which uses both techniques together. It is of prime importance that not only do you lose the weight but your lifestyle and diet is an enabler so that you do not gain the weight back and this is also what the surgeon assists you with.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for a Bariatric Surgeon?

The tests that are to be done prior to and during a Bariatric surgery are listed below for your convenience.:

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

As the direction of treatment is based on these tests, it is important to get these tests performed on the patients. 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.

When should you go to see a Bariatric Surgeon?

When your health condition due to obesity has not improved despite all the alternative treatment methods and efforts then you must go to see a Bariatric Surgeon. 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.