Dr. Tamer Abbas Hassan Saafan

Conditions treated by Bariatric Surgeon

The conditions whose treatment is being provided by Dr. Tamer Abbas Hassan Saafan are as follows::

• 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. 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.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr Tamer Abbas Hassan Saafan

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

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 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.

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 Tamer Abbas Hassan Saafan

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.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Tamer Abbas Hassan Saafan

The popular procedures performed by Dr. Tamer Abbas Hassan Saafan are as follows:

• Sleeve Gastrectomy
• Gastric Bypass
• Lap Gastric Banding

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