2 Results forBariatric / Gastric Bypass Surgeons near Lake Charles, LA
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 2 specialists practicing Bariatric Surgery in Lake Charles, LA with an overall average rating of 4.9 stars. There are 2 hospitals near Lake Charles, LA with affiliated Bariatric Surgery specialists, including Christus Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital and Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.
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Dr. Leigh Daigle, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery4345 NELSON RDLake Charles, LA 706053.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Keith Chung, MD
Specialty: Bariatric Surgery4150 Nelson Rd Ste GLake Charles, LA 706053.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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