11 Results forBariatric / Gastric Bypass Surgeons near Oak Brook, IL
Learn more about Bariatric / Gastric Bypass Surgeons and how to choose the right one for you
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 11 specialists practicing Bariatric Surgery in Oak Brook, IL with an overall average rating of 4.5 stars. There are 14 hospitals near Oak Brook, IL with affiliated Bariatric Surgery specialists, including Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Ascension Alexian Brothers and Ascension Saint Alexius.
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Dr. Tyler Cohn, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery2160 S 1st AveMaywood, IL 601536.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Vafa Shayani, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery109 Symonds Dr Unit 84Hinsdale, IL 605222.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Find a Telehealth DoctorDr. Sofiane El Djouzi, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery2160 S 1st AveMaywood, IL 601536.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Explains conditions well
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Dr. Peter Rantis Jr, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery460 Quail Ridge DrWestmont, IL 605590.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. James Kane Jr, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery460 Quail Ridge DrWestmont, IL 605590.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. David Klem, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery7 Blanchard Cir Ste 104Wheaton, IL 601898.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Jeffrey Fronza, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery7 Blanchard Cir Ste 104Wheaton, IL 601898.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Juaquito Jorge, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery3825 Highland AveDowners Grove, IL 605153.4 miles awayDr. Allen Mikhail, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery3815 Highland AveDowners Grove, IL 605153.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Jeffrey Rosen, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery2801 Finley Rd Ste 220Downers Grove, IL 605154.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Yalini Vigneswaran, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery150 Harvester Dr Ste 300Burr Ridge, IL 605275.8 miles away