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Best Bariatric Surgeons in Florida

Best Bariatric Surgeons in Florida

Below are the best bariatric surgeons serving Florida. Find the best bariatric surgeons in Florida.

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Dr. Robert Marema

Dr. Marema is one of the most respected surgeons in bariatric medicine. His practice has performed over 13,000 bariatric procedures and is nationally recognized as a leader in treating obesity.

Dr. Robert Marema is graduated from University of Miami / School of Medicine medical school in 1982. He is affiliated with Flagler Hospital.

https://www.flaglerhealth.org/services/bariatric-weight-loss/meet-dr-marema/ 1 904 819 5861

Open and laparoscopic surgery procedure, Adjustable gastric banding

Dr. John DePeri

Dr. DePeri has achieved Center of Excellence surgeon status from the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery’s (ASMBS) MBSAQIP program.

He strongly believes in the collaborative relationship between patient and doctor. Dr. John DePeri is board certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Dr. DePeri has a special interest in advanced laparoscopic or minimally invasive surgery.

https://www.masjax.com/surgeon/dr-john-deperi-facs/ 1 904-399-5678

Gastric bypass, Gastric sleeve, Duodenal switch

Dr. George Steven Webb

Dr. George Webb, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Jacksonville, FL. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Memorial Hospital Jacksonville and Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside Hospital.

Dr. George Webb is Board Certificated from surgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS. Did his education and training from Univ of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky.

https://www.doximity.com/pub/george-webb-md 1 904 399-5678

Gastric bypass, Gastric sleeve, Duodenal switch

Dr. Robert Cywes

Dr. Robert Cywes specializes in Weight Management and Bariatric Surgery for adults and adolescents in West Palm Beach, Florida. He has been doing bariatric surgery for 18 years performing over 8000 surgeries.

Dr. Robert Cywes did his medical training in Cape Town, South Africa where he received his medical degree from The University of Cape Town. In 1989, Dr. Cywes moved to North America and completed a year-long residency in Pediatric Surgery at Ohio State University’s Columbus Children’s Hospital.

https://obesityunderstood.com/robert-cywes-md-phd/ 1 561 517-0642

Gastric bypass,Gastric Balloon, Gastric sleeve, Adjustable Gastric Band

Dr. Miroslav Uchal

Dr. Miroslav Uchal FACS FASMBS is a general surgeon in Jacksonville, FL and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Ascension Medical Center Riverside and Medical Center Southside Dr. Miroslav Uchal received his medical degree from Pavol Jozef Safarik University Faculty of Medicine and has been in training and practice in different countries such as Slovakia, Check Republic, Germany, Norway, Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh PA.

https://www.doximity.com/pub/miroslav-uchal-md 1 904-389-8861

bariatric surgery revisions

Dr. Andre F. Teixeira

Dr. Andre F. Teixeira, MD, serves as a bariatric and MIS Surgeon for the Bariatric Program at Orlando Regional Medical Center Dr. Andre F. Teixeira finished his undergraduate studies in biology at Augusta State University. He received his medical degree at Morehouse School of Medicine and completed his internship in general surgery at Orlando Regional Medical Center following his internship

https://asmbs.org/provider/andre-teixeira-md-zLob/ 1 321-843-8900

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Gastric Restriction , Revision/Conversion of Prior Procedure, Duodenal Switch

Dr. Wiljon Beltre

Dr. Wiljon Beltre, MD is a Board certified surgeon and currently one of the only fellowship-trained bariatric surgeons in Central Florida. Dr. Beltre received his undergraduate degree at Union College in New York and his medical degree at Howard University in Washington, DC.

He completed his general surgery internship and residency at Monmouth Medical Center in New Jersey

https://saynotoobesity.com/ 1 407-830-6868

Gastric bypass, Gastric sleeve,Revision/Conversion of Prior Procedure, Gastric Band

Dr. Sanjiv Gray

Dr. Sanjiv Gray, MD, FACS, DABOM, is a Bariatric Surgeon at the Institute for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and Medicine at Lakeland Regional Health. Dr. Gray received his Fellowship in Surgical Critical Care at the University of Florida College of Medicine in Jacksonville, Florida, and is board certified in Surgical Critical Care and General Surgery.

https://doctors.mylrh.org/LRHPhysicianGroup/details/932/sanjiv-gray-general_surgery-trauma_surgery-lakeland 1 407 846-2266

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, Revision/Conversion of Prior Procedure, Gastric bypass

Dr. Enrique Whittwell

Dr. Whittwell, MD, FACS, FASMBS, is a board-certified General and Critical Care Surgeon with more than 40 years of experience. He is a doctor primarily located in South Miami, FL, Dr. Enrique Whittwell did his diploma from American Board of Surgery, American Board of Surgical Critical Care and fellowship from American College of Surgeons (FACS), American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (FASMBS)

https://www.miamiobesitysurgery.com/meet-dr-whittwell/ 1 305 665-0100

Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Revision Surgery, Gastric Band

Dr. Paul Chappano

Dr. Paul Chappano, MD is a general surgery specialist in Jacksonville, FL. Dr. Chappano completed a residency at Mercy Hospital Pittsburgh. He currently practices at North Florida Surgeons and is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay County Hospital. Dr. Paul Chappano is graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF MEDICINE medical school in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay County Hospital and Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside Hospital

https://weightlossjax.com/ 1 904 389-8871

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, Revision/Conversion of Prior Procedure, Lap Band

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is bariatric surgery expensive? 

The cost of bariatric surgery will depend on a variety of factors such as patient location, insurance coverage, and the specific procedure involved. For more information about the cost of bariatric surgery, click here.

Is bariatric surgery dangerous? 

While generally considered a safe procedure, there are certain risks associated with bariatric surgery, as with any medical procedure. Bleeding, infection, and blood clots are complications that could occur during surgery.

Do I need to go on a diet for bariatric surgery?

Yes, patients will typically be required to adhere to pre and post-operative diets.


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