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Dr. Hatem Jabbes

Dr. Hatem Jabbes

Laparoscopic Surgeon ·
, La Marsa, Tunisia

31 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Arabic , English

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About Dr. Hatem Jabbes

Conditons treated by Dr. Hatem Jabbes

Listed below are some of the conditions that General Laparoscopic Surgeon Hatem Jabbes treats::

  • Hemochromatosis. Biliary Atresia
  • Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
  • Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis
  • Wilson's Disease
  • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
  • Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma
  • Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder)
  • Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection
  • Alcoholic Liver Disease
  • Liver Failure
  • Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases
  • Complicated Acute Appendicitis
  • Pancreatic Head Cancer
  • Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Inguinal Hernia (in Groin)
  • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis

Laparoscopic surgery is a common procedure for the treatment of diseases like diverticulitis, gall bladder stones, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and liver problems, with the help of minimally invasive techniques, so ensuring speedy recovery of patients. The surgeon also performs various gastrointestinal surgery and related endoscopic procedures.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Hatem Jabbes

In case your body shows any of the below-given symptoms, consult a General Laparoscopic Surgeon who will help diagnose the underlying conditions:

  • Constipation or diarrhea
  • Pain that worsens if you cough, walk or make other jarring movements
  • Flatulence
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Low-grade fever that may worsen as the illness progresses
  • Abdominal bloating
  • Back pain between your shoulder blades
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Sudden and rapidly intensifying pain in your abdomen

The above symptoms appear mainly due to conditions related to the abdomen or pelvis. The symptoms can vary from person to person because the nervous system regulates different body functions.

Operating Hours of Dr. Hatem Jabbes

Doctor Hatem Jabbes is available from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Hatem Jabbes

The popular procedures that General Laparoscopic Surgeon Hatem Jabbes performs are listed below:

  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Liver transplant
  • Whipples Procedure
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Appendectomy

Gallbladder surgery is one of the most common laparoscopic procedures performed to remove the gallbladder. It is done using minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. This approach allows the removal of the gallbladder without much pain and discomfort. During laparoscopic gallbladder removal, the surgeon inserts a laparoscope through a small incision. The laparoscope provides a clear view of the internal organs.

Qualification

  • June 1994: Graduated from the University of Hepatobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation at the Faculty of Medicine Paris South
  • September 1994: Graduated from the University of Cœlioscopic Surgery at the Faculty of Medicine Paris VI
  • December 1995: Admission to the National General Surgery Aggregation Competition
  • September 1993 - January 1994: internship in the digestive surgery department of Professor R. Parc at Saint Antoine Hospital, Paris - France

Work Experiences

  • October 1978 - June 1983: Medical studies at the Faculty of Medicine in Tunis
  • September 1983 - September 1985: intern internship in Tunis Hospitals
  • November 1985: Admission to the Competition of Residanat, specialty: general surgery
  • April 1986 - March 1990: General Surgery resides in Tunis University Hospitals
  • July 1990: Admission to the specialty examination (general surgery)
  • November 1990: Admission to the National Hospital-University AssistantShip in General Surgery

Certifications (3)

  • February 1994 - June 1994: internship in Professor H. Bismuth's hepato-biliary centre at Paul Brousse Hospital, Paris- France July 1994 - November 1994: internship in the coelioscopic surgery department of Professor F. Dubois at the Porte de Choisy clinic, Paris-France
  • March 2003: Obesity surgery training in the department of Dr. Chipponi, Metz - France
  • April 2007: Obesity surgery training in the department of Dr. Dargeant, Lyon- France

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Procedures Performed

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Treatment
Appendectomy
Congenital Limb Defects Surgery
Hemicolectomy
Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
Liver transplant
Whipple's Procedure

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Hatem Jabbes is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Marsa, Tunisia.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Hatem Jabbes is one of the most sought after specialists in Tunisia and has over 28 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to General Laparoscopic Surgeon

A General Laparoscopic Surgeon is a doctor who is trained in laparoscopy technique which involves making small incisions in the abdomen to insert instruments and a camera so that the surgeon can see the organs. The surgeons used this technique to operate on several diseases related to the gallbladder, hernias, etc. A General Laparoscopic Surgeon can perform laparoscopic surgeries to treat conditions like Cholecystitis, Hernias, and Appendicitis, etc. The surgeon works closely with a surgical team that includes anesthesiologists, nurses, and surgical technicians. The surgeons have expertise in minimally invasive techniques which involves making small incisions to access various organs.

The tests required before and during the consultation by a General Laparoscopic Surgeon are listed belowA General Laparoscopic Surgeon performs the below-given tests to diagnose underlying conditions:

  • Ingunial Ultrasound
  • CT scan Abdomen
  • Skrotal Doppler
  • Abdominal Ultrasound
  • Physical Exam
  • Blood Tests
  • Urine Tests

Always consult your doctor and let them know all your symptoms related to the abdomen. They may perform a few diagnostic tests so that the actual condition can be diagnosed. Post diagnosis the doctor determines the treatment plan that is best for you.

There are many reasons to see a general laparoscopic surgeon. Your primary doctor will evaluate your condition and will suggest you see a general laparoscopic surgeon if they find that the condition of the abdomen would need laparoscopic surgery. In the below-listed situations, you must seek assistance from a General Laparoscopic Surgeon:

  1. Reduced appetite and weight loss
  2. Persistent change in your bowel habits
  3. Nausea and vomiting.
  4. Fever.
  5. Abdominal tenderness
  6. Loss of appetite
  7. Abdominal pain and cramping.
  8. Blood in your stool.

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