20 Years of experience
Speaks: English
The conditions whose treatment is being provided by Dr. Tamer Abbas Hassan Saafan are as follows::
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. Severe sleep apnea, heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure have a direct correlation with being obese or overweight and it is all such conditions that can be resolved with a weight loss surgery. They also help in not just reversing the weight gain through the procedure but ensure that the weight does not return.
The signs and symptoms which are a sure go ahead for someone to qualify for Bariatric Surgery are:
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.:
Respiratory disorders, Type II diabetes, Hypertension and Osteoarthritis are some very common critical conditions that patients suffer from when they are dealing with obesity.
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.
The popular procedures performed by Dr. Tamer Abbas Hassan Saafan are as follows:
The way your small intestine and stomach handle your food is changed and this plays a major role in Gastric Bypass being one of the most effective weight loss surgeries. 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
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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
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.
Here are the recommended tests prior to and during consultation with a Bariatric Surgeon.:
The tests completed anytime in the duration of the procedure enhance the quality of treatment being provided. The Urinalysis and the blood function related tests are representative of the overall health of the person undergoing treatment. Electrocardiogram, Pulmonary function testing, Echocardiogram and Cardiology evaluation provide the a good picture of the condition of the heart and the respiratory functions.
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. Also, the people who must visit a Bariatric surgeon are those who fit the weight and overall health criteria to get this procedure done. Kindly look towards checking with your surgeon for pre operative preparations and post operative rehabilitation.