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Dr. Bart Van Wagensveld

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Bart Van Wagensveld is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Khalifa City Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City.

Association and Memberships Dr. Bart Van Wagensveld is part of:

  • Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)A
  • American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS)
  • European Association for Endoscopic Surgery and other interventional techniques (EAES)
  • Dutch Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (DSMBS)
  • Dutch Society for Gastroenterology
  • Dutch Society for Surgery.

Certifications :

  • Fellowship Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, London

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • PhD

Hospital Address :

NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Nesliar Eser Kutsal

Bariatric Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

38 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Nesliar Eser Kutsal is a specialized Gastroenterologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 26 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Altunizade Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Nesliar Eser Kutsal is part of:

  • Anatolian Cardiology Association
  • Turkish Gastroenterology Association
  • Viral Hepatitle Wars Association

Qualifications :

  • 1997 Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine Gastroenterology
  • 1993 Anadolu University Faculty of Medicine Internal Medicine
  • 1986 Anadolu University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Altunizade, Acbadem Hastanesi - Altunizade, Yurtcan Soka,

Dr. Sharat Varma

Hepatologist

, Delhi, India

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Sharat Varma is a specialized Liver Transplant Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sharat Varma is part of:

  • AASLD
  • ESPGHAN
  • EAS

Qualifications :

  • PhD in transplant immunology and genetic liver diseases from Universite Catholique de Louvain, Belgium
  • Fellow and Board certification in transplant hepatology medicine from European board of transplant medicine and surgery, Europe
  • Fellowship in Paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology from Clinique’s universitaires Saint Luc, Belgium, Europe
  • Post-doctoral fellowship in Paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology from Indian Academy of Paediatrics
  • Diplomete National Board in Paediatrics from National Board of Examinations
  • M.B.B.S. from L.L.R.M Medic

Hospital Address :

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, I.P.Extension, Patparganj, Delhi, India

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Dr. Murat Korkmaz

Bariatric Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Murat Korkmaz is a specialized Gastroenterologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 19 Years of experience and is associated with Istinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • 1995 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
  • 2001 Internal Medicine, and Gastroenterology at Baskent University - Specialization

Hospital Address :

Ak Veysel Mah, stinye

Dr. Mustafa Kemal Dursun

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Tokat, Turkey

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Mustafa Kemal Dursun is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Tokat Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
  • Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine General Surgery Department

Hospital Address :

Yeilrmak, Medical Park Tokat Hastanesi, Vali Zekai G

Dr. Jatinder Singh Bhogal

Bariatric Surgeon

, Noida, India

37 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Jatinder Singh Bhogal is a specialized Gastrointestinal Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in DelhiNCR, India. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Metro Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Dayanand Medical College and Hospital Ludhiana, Punjab
  • MD (General Medicine) - Dayanand Medical College & Hospital Ludhiana, Punjab
  • DNB (Gastroenterology) - Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi

Hospital Address :

Metro Hospital & Heart Institute, Buddh Vihar, Block X, Sector 12, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Dr. James Zachariah Pulimuttil

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

40 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi , Malayalam , Tamil , Telugu

 


Dr. James Zachariah Pulimuttil is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 24 Years of experience and is associated with Zulekha Hospital Dubai.

Dr. Omer Avlanmis

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

24 Years of experience

 


Dr. Omer Avlanmis is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Hisar Intercontinental Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical School: Uludag University Faculty of Medicine
  • Specialization: Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital

Hospital Address :

Saray Mah, Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Site Yolu Cad, mraniye/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Ashish Sadana

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Delhi, India

21 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Ashish Sadana is one of the most sought after Laparoscopic & Bariatric Surgeon in New Delhi, India. The doctor holds over 21 years of experience and is associated with Venkateshwar Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ashish Sadana is part of:

  • Delhi Medical Association (DMA)
  • Delhi Medical Council

Qualifications :

  • MS
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Venkateshwar Hospital, Sector 18, Sector 18A, Dwarka, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Ashish Sadana

  • Dr. Ashish Sadana excels in performing Minimally Invasive Surgery, Fast tract Surgery.
  • He has extensive experience in treating Gall Bladder stone disease by Laparoscopic Surgery.
  • Dr. Ashish Sadana is a well known General and Laparoscopic Surgeon practicing successfully for many years in New Delhi
  • Dr. Ashish has a keen focus on safety in surgery, evidence-based surgery and early return after surgery (ERAS).
  • He has also been associated with NABH as an honorary assessor for Minimally Invasive Surgery in Delhi NCR.
  • He is a member of the Delhi Medical Association (DMA) and Delhi Medical Council.
  • Dr. Ashish is a fellow of the Indian Association of Gastroendo Surgeons of India and the Association of Surgeons of India
Dr. Rajkumar Palaniappan

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Chennai, India

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Rajkumar Palaniappan is one of the best Laparoscopic & Bariatric Surgeon in Chennai, India. The doctor holds over 19 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Rajkumar Palaniappan is part of:

  • European Association of Endoscopic Surgery (EAES)
  • Tamilnadu Medical Council

Certifications :

  • FICS
  • FMAS
  • DMAS
  • FALS
  • FRS
  • FLS

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospital Greams Road Chennai - Best Hospital in Chennai, Greams Road, Thousand Lights West, Thousand Lights, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Dr. Lohith U

Bariatric Surgeon

, Gurgaon, India

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr Lohith U is one of the leading Surgical Gastroenterologist & GI Oncosurgeon in Gurugram, India. The doctor holds over 10 years of experience and is associated with Columbia Asia Hospital, Palam Vihar.

Association and Memberships Dr. Lohith U is part of:

  • Karnataka Medical Council

Certifications :

  • FMAS.Laparoscopy - AMASI, IAGES - 2015
  • Advance Laprascopic Course - JIPMER, Pondicherry - 2015
  • HPB Course - PGIMER, Chandigarh, India - 2013

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • DNB
  • MD

Hospital Address :

Columbia Asia Hospital Palam Vihar, Block F, Carterpuri Village, Palam Vihar, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Lohith U

  • Surgical fields of interest of Dr. Lohith U are HPB surgery, Colorectal, surgery GI, oncology, Bariatric surgery, Minimal invasive surgery, Liver transplant surgery.
  • Dr. Lohith U is known to be one of the best Gastroenterologists and renowned Laparoscopic & Bariatric surgeon in Bangalore
  • Dr. Lohith completed many courses and certifications including Hepato-biliary certificate course by IHPBA, Advance Laparoscopy certificate course
  • Specialist holds the Fellowship in minimal access surgery (FMAS)
  • Dr. Lohith 12,654 happy patients worldwide. Over these years of his clinical employment, he has performed 5398+ surgeries
  • He earned a good name while working with many reputed hospitals in India such as Yashoda Hospital, Manipal Hospitals, etc.
Dr. Manidip Chakraborty

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Delhi, India

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Manidip Chakraborty is one of the most skillful General & Laparoscopic Surgeon in New Delhi, India. The medical specialist holds over 10 years of experience and is associated with Primus Super Speciality Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Manidip Chakraborty is part of:

  • Delhi Medical Council
  • Assam Medical Council
  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Certifications :

  • FIAGES

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Primus Super Speciality Hospital, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Manidip Chakraborty

  • Dr. Manidip Chakraborty is a highly skilled general and laparoscopic surgeon.
  • Patients frequently visit Dr. Manidip Chakraborty for Laparoscopic Appendicectomy, Laparoscopic Surgery, Laparoscopic Hernial Repair.
  • Dr. Manidip is counted among the excellent Laproscopic & generals surgeons in Delhi
  • Dr. Manidip has 10+ years of experience in the field
  • He has been quite popular for treating patients with all his skills, expertise & effectiveness
  • He has graduated from MBBS from Gauhati Medical College, Guwahati, and MS surgery from LLRM Medical College in Meerut
  • Dr. Manidip is very passionate about delivering highest quality of care to his patients
Dr. Madhukara Pai D

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Kochi, India

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Malayalam , English

 


Dr Madhukara Pai D is one of the best General & Laparoscopic Surgeon in Kochi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 11 years of experience and is associated with VPS Lakeshore Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Madhukara Pai D is part of:

  • Association of Surgeons of India

Certifications :

  • FMAS
  • FCLS
  • FLHS

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

VPS Lakeshore Hospital, Nettoor, Maradu, Ernakulam, Kerala, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Madhukara Pai D

  • Conditions treated by Dr. Madhukara Pai D are Anal Cancer, Colon Cancer, Bowel Diseases, Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma, and Cholecystitis, etc.
  • Popular Procedures are Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal, Whipple's Procedure, Abdominoperineal Resection, Hemicolectomy, Appendectomy, and IHR etc.
  • His work experience includes being General & Laparoscopic Surgeon at Sunrise Hospital, Kakkanad and a teaching faculty & consultant at TD Medical College.
  • He is well qualified with an MBBS, MS( Gen.Surgery), FMAS, FCLS, and FLHS.
  • 10 years of expertise in general surgery and basic and advanced laparoscopic surgery.
  • Served as a member of the running faculty at a number of national and international conferences.
  • Co-authored a text book on laparoscopic hernia surgery and several articles in international journals.
  • In 2014, he was awarded the Best Doctor Award for his efforts in organising numerous events and CMEs.
Dr. Aloy J Mukherjee

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Delhi, India

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Aloy J Mukherjee is one of the best Surgical Gastroenterologist & GI Oncosurgeon in New Delhi, India. The doctor holds over 18 years of experience and is associated with Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Aloy J Mukherjee is part of:

  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Delhi Medical Association (DMA)
  • Indian Medical Association

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in IAGES - Indian Association of Gastro-Intestinal Endo Surgeons, 2010
  • FALS - Indian Association of Gastro-Intestinal Endo Surgeons, 2017
  • FMAS - The Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India, 2017

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Mathura Road, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Aloy J Mukherjee

  • Dr. Aloy J. Mukherjee has a special interest in the following treatments Thyroid Swelling, Laparoscopic Surgery, Fistula Treatment, Abdominal surgery and Hernia Surgery
  • Some of the popular treatments provided by the doctor are: Obesity Treatment, Abdominal surgery, Liver Surgery, GI Surgery and Hernia Repair Surgery etc.
  • Dr. Aloy has been a pioneer and art of the surgical team that performed the first Bariatric Surgery at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals New Delhi in 2007(RNYGP).
  • Dr. Aloy has performed more than 5000 successful laparoscopic gall bladder surgeries using 5mm incisions.
  • Performed more than 1000 advanced Laparoscopic procedures including Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS).
  • He is a member of IAGES,OSSI,IFSO and Association of Surgeons of India (ASI).
  • Dr. Aloy has been awarded the Honorary membership of the National Academy of Medical Sciences for Achievements and contribution in the Discipline of Surgery
  • Dr. Aloy has obtained the Certificate of Merit awarded by Indian Academy of Pediatrics for having achieved excellence in the IAP Pediatric Quiz
Dr. Jai Dev Wig

Surgical Oncologist

, Mohali, India

57 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Jai Dev Wig is one of the top Surgical Gastroenterologist & GI Oncosurgeon in Mohali, India. The medical specialist holds over 37 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Jai Dev Wig is part of:

  • Indian Medical Association
  • Punjab Medical Council
  • Indian Association of Surgical Oncology
  • The Society of Surgical Oncology (SSO)
  • European Scientific Conference of Surgical Oncology

Certifications :

  • FRCS

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital Mohali, Sector 62, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Jai Dev Wig

  • Dr. Jai Dev is well-experienced in conducting General surgery especially Gastrointestinal Surgery & Surgical Oncology
  • His area of interests include General Surgery especially in the areas of Liver, Gall Bladder, Pancreas, Thyroid, Breast, Adrenals and Gastrointestinal Surgery
  • Dr. Jai Dev Wig is a well known General and Onco Surgeon in Mohali with extensive 40+ years of experience
  • Dr. Wig has been honored with many recognitions & accolades including Dr. BC Roy award twice by the Medical Council of India, Fellowship by the National Academy of Medical Sciences and several other awards by ASI and ISG.
  • Dr. Jai Dev has contributed in over 200 papers in national & international journals and has been a reviewer too
  • He has been actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, worldwide conferences, and CME'S to talk about the different types of Cancer.
  • He is a member of the Indian Medical Association, Punjab Medical Council, Indian Association of Surgical Oncology, The Society of Surgical Oncology (SSO), European Scientific Conference of Surgical Oncology.

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Procedures Performed

Some of the major procedures performed by a bariatric surgeon are:

  • Endoscopy
  • Gastric Balloon
  • Aspiration Therapy
  • Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty
  • Vertical Banded Gastroplasty
  • Gastric Injections
  • Gastric bypass
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Who is a Weight Loss Specialist?

A weight loss specialist also called a bariatrician or an obesity medicine specialist is a licensed physician who has received training in the area of medical weight loss.

A weight loss doctor can address the specific needs of an obese or overweight patient. While all doctors have training in weight loss and nutrition, an obesity medicine specialist has special training and can offer care that a general physician cannot. With the help of personalized programs, the doctor can help a person lose weight and also keep the weight off. A bariatrician is different from bariatric surgeons who perform weight loss surgery, whereas a bariatrician provides medically supervised weight loss programs.

The methods used by an obesity medicine specialist will help you lose weight which will depend on your current level of health, your preferences, and many other factors. Techniques that can be used to help achieve your weight loss goals could include exercise programs, nutritional counseling, appetite suppressants, or other medications.

What are the qualifications of a Weight Loss Specialist?

A weight loss specialistneeds to complete a five-and half-a-year undergraduate degree, followed by a three-year postgraduate course. After residency, the physician might practice for a while or apply for a geriatric medicine fellowship program.

Aspiring weight loss specialists need to obtain a 5½ years MBBS degree and then complete a 2-3 years MD course. Science students who have appeared in +2 (with physics, chemistry, and biology as main subjects) need to clear a medical entrance test. After completing the four years of MBBS course and one year and six months of mandatory training, one has to enroll in an MD course to work as a weight loss specialist.

After completing hospital residency, a weight loss doctor will need to meet the credential requirements set by the country's bariatric medicine licensing board.

After completing two to three years of MD, a weight loss specialist can work in government or private hospitals, or can also open their own clinic to provide services to patients.

What conditions do Weight Loss Specialist treat?

A bariatrician is a medical weight loss doctor who is trained in the treatment of obesity and related conditions. Bariatrician can help prevent, and reverse obesity-related diseases by reducing body fat responsible for disease processes while maintaining healthy muscle mass.

Below are some conditions treated by a weight loss specialist:

  • Obesity
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Pancreatitis
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Jaundice
  • Celiac Disease
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Liver Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Esophageal Varices
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Ulcer
  • Bile Duct Cancer
What diagnostic tests are required by a Weight Loss Specialist?

A weight loss specialist will evaluate your overall health status to know you are suffering from any other condition. Weight loss surgery or other procedures is a major event and accompanies certain risks. Some may be serious if not properly managed. To have a safer passage through a weight loss surgery journey and to minimize risks of any complications that could compromise your health and safety, your weight loss specialist will order a variety of diagnostic tests including lab tests, blood tests, and heart tests before you have weight loss procedures.

Some diagnostic tests recommended by a weight loss specialist are given below:

  • Ultrasound
  • Exercise stress test
  • Lipid profile
  • Thyroid hormone test
  • Diabetes/lipid profile test
  • Computerized tomography (CT) scan
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Positron emission tomography
  • X-ray scan
  • Liver function test
  • Kidney function test
  • Blood sugar
  • Urinalysis
When should you visit a Weight Loss Specialist?

An increase in body weight leads to different types of conditions, producing varied signs and symptoms. You need to keep a close on your weight as it may cause other health problems. If you experience any of the signs and symptoms listed below, you should consult a weight loss specialist to get advice on the management of your condition before it becomes more severe.

  • Feeling hungry all the time
  • High blood pressure
  • Pain in joints
  • Low BMI
  • Changes in bowel habits
  • Persistent heartburn
  • Irregular bowel movements
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  • Coeliac disease
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Rectal bleeding
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  • your weight loss goals
  • your day-to-day routine (diet & exercise)
  • how long one has tried to lose weight
  • your complete medical history

Your doctor will help you find the best treatment plan so you can lose weight effectively and keep it off in the long run.

Your weight loss specialist will talk with you to find whether you will benefit from treatments like:

  • weight loss medications
  • more permanent treatments, such as bariatric or weight-loss surgery
  • your first appointment will last for around 60 minutes
  • simple exercise, diet
  • stress management
  • behavioral and mental health therapy
Which are the most common procedures performed by a Weight Loss Specialist?

A weight-loss specialist has expertise in the management of obesity and related conditions through various procedures. Some popular procedures performed by weight loss specialists include:

  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Appendectomy
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
  • Adjustable Gastric Band
  • Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch
  • Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileal Bypass
  • Lap gastric banding
  • Endoscopy
  • Aspiration Therapy
  • Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty
  • Gastric Balloon
  • Gastric Injections
  • Vertical Banded Gastroplasty
  • Gastric banding

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Who is a Weight Loss Specialist?

A weight loss specialist also called a bariatrician or an obesity medicine specialist is a licensed physician who has received training in the area of medical weight loss.

A weight loss doctor can address the specific needs of an obese or overweight patient. While all doctors have training in weight loss and nutrition, an obesity medicine specialist has special training and can offer care that a general physician cannot. With the help of personalized programs, the doctor can help a person lose weight and also keep the weight off. A bariatrician is different from bariatric surgeons who perform weight loss surgery, whereas a bariatrician provides medically supervised weight loss programs.

The methods used by an obesity medicine specialist will help you lose weight which will depend on your current level of health, your preferences, and many other factors. Techniques that can be used to help achieve your weight loss goals could include exercise programs, nutritional counseling, appetite suppressants, or other medications.

What are the qualifications of a Weight Loss Specialist?

A weight loss specialistneeds to complete a five-and half-a-year undergraduate degree, followed by a three-year postgraduate course. After residency, the physician might practice for a while or apply for a geriatric medicine fellowship program.

Aspiring weight loss specialists need to obtain a 5½ years MBBS degree and then complete a 2-3 years MD course. Science students who have appeared in +2 (with physics, chemistry, and biology as main subjects) need to clear a medical entrance test. After completing the four years of MBBS course and one year and six months of mandatory training, one has to enroll in an MD course to work as a weight loss specialist.

After completing hospital residency, a weight loss doctor will need to meet the credential requirements set by the country's bariatric medicine licensing board.

After completing two to three years of MD, a weight loss specialist can work in government or private hospitals, or can also open their own clinic to provide services to patients.

What conditions do Weight Loss Specialist treat?

A bariatrician is a medical weight loss doctor who is trained in the treatment of obesity and related conditions. Bariatrician can help prevent, and reverse obesity-related diseases by reducing body fat responsible for disease processes while maintaining healthy muscle mass.

Below are some conditions treated by a weight loss specialist:

  • Obesity
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Pancreatitis
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Jaundice
  • Celiac Disease
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Liver Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Esophageal Varices
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Ulcer
  • Bile Duct Cancer
What diagnostic tests are required by a Weight Loss Specialist?

A weight loss specialist will evaluate your overall health status to know you are suffering from any other condition. Weight loss surgery or other procedures is a major event and accompanies certain risks. Some may be serious if not properly managed. To have a safer passage through a weight loss surgery journey and to minimize risks of any complications that could compromise your health and safety, your weight loss specialist will order a variety of diagnostic tests including lab tests, blood tests, and heart tests before you have weight loss procedures.

Some diagnostic tests recommended by a weight loss specialist are given below:

  • Ultrasound
  • Exercise stress test
  • Lipid profile
  • Thyroid hormone test
  • Diabetes/lipid profile test
  • Computerized tomography (CT) scan
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Positron emission tomography
  • X-ray scan
  • Liver function test
  • Kidney function test
  • Blood sugar
  • Urinalysis
When should you visit a Weight Loss Specialist?

An increase in body weight leads to different types of conditions, producing varied signs and symptoms. You need to keep a close on your weight as it may cause other health problems. If you experience any of the signs and symptoms listed below, you should consult a weight loss specialist to get advice on the management of your condition before it becomes more severe.

  • Feeling hungry all the time
  • High blood pressure
  • Pain in joints
  • Low BMI
  • Changes in bowel habits
  • Persistent heartburn
  • Irregular bowel movements
  • Belching/excessive gas
  • Coeliac disease
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Rectal bleeding
  • Loss of appetite
  • Abdominal pain/Bloating
  • Gallstones
  • Vomiting
  • Oesophageal discomfort
  • Lethargy
  • Pale colored stools
  • Urine of dark color
What can you expect from your first visit with a Weight Loss Specialist?

At your first appointment, a weight loss specialist will talk with you about:

  • your weight loss goals
  • your day-to-day routine (diet & exercise)
  • how long one has tried to lose weight
  • your complete medical history

Your doctor will help you find the best treatment plan so you can lose weight effectively and keep it off in the long run.

Your weight loss specialist will talk with you to find whether you will benefit from treatments like:

  • weight loss medications
  • more permanent treatments, such as bariatric or weight-loss surgery
  • your first appointment will last for around 60 minutes
  • simple exercise, diet
  • stress management
  • behavioral and mental health therapy
Which are the most common procedures performed by a Weight Loss Specialist?

A weight-loss specialist has expertise in the management of obesity and related conditions through various procedures. Some popular procedures performed by weight loss specialists include:

  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Appendectomy
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
  • Adjustable Gastric Band
  • Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch
  • Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileal Bypass
  • Lap gastric banding
  • Endoscopy
  • Aspiration Therapy
  • Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty
  • Gastric Balloon
  • Gastric Injections
  • Vertical Banded Gastroplasty
  • Gastric banding