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Learn more about Bariatric / Gastric Bypass Surgeons
A bariatric surgeon specializes in treating obesity in people who have not had success with medical weight loss programs. Bariatric surgeons perform weight loss surgery, such as gastric banding and gastric bypass, and manage long-term weight loss. A bariatric surgeon focuses on the health needs of people who have clinically severe obesity (also called morbid obesity) or obesity-related health problems.
A bariatric surgeon typically:
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Evaluates your medical history and your previous attempts at medical weight loss
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Performs a physical exam
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Orders and interprets imaging exams, laboratory tests, and psychological evaluations
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Prescribes medications and vitamin supplements
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Performs surgical procedures on your digestive tract to promote weight loss and long-term weight maintenance
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Recommends dietary and nutritional counseling
A bariatric surgeon may also be known as a weight loss surgeon, metabolic surgeon, or obesity surgeon. Other professional titles include gastric bypass or gastric band surgeon if the surgeon specializes in a particular type of weight loss surgery.
There are 3 specialists practicing Bariatric Surgery in Loma Linda, CA with an overall average rating of 4.7 stars. There are 4 hospitals near Loma Linda, CA with affiliated Bariatric Surgery specialists, including Loma Linda University Medical Center, Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center and Riverside Community Hospital.
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Dr. Douglas Krahn, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery401 E Highland Ave Ste 351San Bernardino, CA 924046.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Noah Swann, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery26780 Barton RdRedlands, CA 923731.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Find a Telehealth DoctorDr. David Bernstein, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery401 E Highland Ave Ste 351San Bernardino, CA 924046.3 miles away