Laparoscopic Surgeon ·
Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital , Istanbul, Turkey
20 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish & English
Specialises in:
Here is a detailed list of conditions for which Dr. Ugur Ekici provides treatment.:
It is well known that bariatric or weight loss surgery is not a standalone condition and it brings with it various health issues. Heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and severe sleep apnea are all conditions that develop as a result of being overweight. Weight gain reversal and preventing the adding of more weight becomes a reality by the procedures performed by the surgeon.
It is the signs that are mentioned below that indicate your qualifying for weight loss or Bariatric surgery.:
The case for getting a Bariatric surgery becomes stronger if you are having co-morbidities with the obesity. 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.
10 am to 7 pm are the operating hours of the doctor 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.
Dr. Ugur Ekici is well known for performing many kinds of procedures such as:
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. Sleeve Gastrectomy, Minigastric bypass and Gastric bands are some of the other popular Bariatric surgeries which have shown promising results. Let us have a look at the risks that are present if you are getting a weight loss surgery 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 weightBook a secure video consultation for expert Weight Loss Specialist care.
Bariatric Surgeon help patients to lose weight and to keep the weight off i.e., they assist patients who are obese with weight loss and weight management. 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 fertilityIt 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. The surgeons' responsibility is not just to complete the procedure but to also help with the post operative dos and don'ts regards the diet and exercise, direct which tests are to be done and to prescribe the right medications.
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. Blood and urine tests are standard tests that are testament to the physiological makeup of the body and are routinely recommended by Bariatric Surgeons. It is tests such as Pulmonary function testing, Echocardiogram and Cardiology evaluation that are useful in presenting a truthful picture of how well the heart and the respiratory system is functioning.
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. It is also wise to consider the weight and other health parameters before you decide to consider a Bariatric surgery. You can also choose to consult the doctor for pre operative recommendations and post operative rehabilitative steps.
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