Best Bariatric Surgeons in Arkansas

Dr. Samuel Bledsoe, MD

Dr. Samuel Bledsoe, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Little Rock, AR. He is affiliated with Arkansas Heart Hospital. Dr. Bledsoe grew up in Rogers, Arkansas and received his Doctorate of Medicine from UAMS. He completed his residency at the Baptist Health System in Birmingham, Alabama, and completed additional training in Bariatric Surgery at the University of Alabama in Birmingham. Prior to joining Arkansas Heart Hospital, he served as the Medical Director for Bariatric Surgery at Christus Medical Center in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Bledsoe is a Board-Certified general and bariatric surgeon. He is a Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He holds additional membership in the Southeastern Surgical Society and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES).

Dr. Eric Paul, MD

Dr. Paul has helped thousands of patients change their life by performing weight loss surgery at Baptist Health Bariatric Center-Little Rock. Dr. Eric Paul studied at Baylor University and graduated from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. He then attended medical school at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

Dr. R Paul Svoboda, MD

Dr. Svoboda understands that true medical care comes at the intersection of expertise and the relationship with the patient. Dr. R Paul Svoboda received his undergraduate degree at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, AR followed by his Medical Doctorate degree from the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences.

Dr. Jon Fuller, MD

Dr. Fuller is licensed by the Arkansas State Medical Board and board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Prior to joining Arkansas Heart Hospital, he worked with Arkansas Bariatric Surgery. He is a Fellow with the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. When he is not at work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and four children, traveling, flying, being outdoors, reading and starting new adventures. Dr. Jon Fuller schooling from University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine and also graduated from University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine medical school in 2000.

Dr. Bobby Kakati, MD

Dr. Bobby Kakati, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Little Rock, AR. Dr. Kakati has more experience with Esophageal Disorders than other specialists in his area. Dr. Kakati received his medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and has been in practice between 6-10 years.

Dr. Angelo Coppola, MD

Dr. Angelo Coppola always had an interest in staying at the forefront of advances in medicine as well as advanced procedures. In addition to Advanced Biliary Endoscopy. Dr. Coppola, Jr. received his Medical Doctorate degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 1994. Dr. Coppola proudly served as a Medical Core Captain in the Arkansas National Guard for almost a decade.

Dr. John Baker, MD

Dr. John Baker, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Little Rock, AR. Dr. Baker completed a residency at LSU Hosp. He accepts multiple insurance plans. Dr. Baker is a leading expert in the surgical treatment of obesity with over 28 years of experience. He has performed more than 3,000 weight loss surgical procedures during his career. He is also an active member of several other professional associations and societies including the American College of Surgeons, the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO), American Medical Association, certified in General Surgery. Dr. Baker graduated from Louisiana State University-Shreveport in a six-year accelerated M.D. program, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in 1981 and a medical degree from LSU Medical Center-Shreveport in 1983. He completed both his internship and residency at LSU Hospital from 1983 - 1988, and also served as chief administrative resident of general surgery.

Dr. Bobby D. Perry, MD

Dr. Bobby Perry, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Little Rock, AR and has over 32 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Perry is graduated from University of Arkansas College of Medicine medical school in 1989. He is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary.