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Dr. Vafa Shayani
Dr. Shayani is one of the experts on Lap-Band surgery in the country. He started performing gastric banding soon after its FDA approval in 2001, making him one of the first surgeons in the United States to perform this procedure. His extensive experience and successful outcomes have led to his status as a Proctor for the device manufacturer, wherein he trains and qualifies other surgeons in LAP BAND surgery.
Dr. Vafa Shayani completed his undergraduate degree at University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA), and medical school at George Washington University in Washington, DC. He completed his general surgical residency at George Washington University and after an additional year of concentrated training in advanced laparoscopy, started his first professional appointment at Loyola University Medical Center in 1996.
https://chicagobariatrics.com/dr-vafa-shayani-md/ 1 630-312-2263
Orbera Gastric Balloon and the air-filled Obalon gastric balloon, LAP-BAND surgery, sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable gastric banding
Dr. Christopher Crawford
Dr. Crawford, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon and a specialist in Gastroenterological Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, and Minimally Invasive Surgery. He is an expert in bariatric surgery as well as anti-reflux, hiatal hernia repair surgery and repair of abdominal wall hernias. He is also highly skilled in advanced laparoscopic surgeries.
“Dr. Christopher Crawford did his Medical Degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. He completed his Surgical Residency from the Marshfield Clinic in Wisconsin. He acquired his Fellowship Training in advanced laparoscopic/minimally invasive surgery from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha”.
https://www.meridiansurgicalgroup.net/christopher-crawford-md 1 317- 582-8810
“Adjustable Gastric Band,Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass,Sleeve Gastrectomy, Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileal Bypass with Sleeve Gastrectomy”
Dr. John Cheregi
Dr. Cheregi, MD is a board-certified general surgeon with a specialty in bariatric surgery. He has more than 13 years of surgical experience. Apart from general surgery, he is skilled in Bariatric surgery through Robotic and Minimally Invasive techniques, and Foregut Surgery (Hiatal Hernia Repair, Esophageal Hernia Repair, and Treatment for Severe Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease).
Dr. John Cheregi graduated from DePaul University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. Thereafter, he did his asters of Science in Medical Imaging Sciences from the Finch University of Health. For his Medical Degree, He completed his Surgical Residency from the University Of Illinois Metropolitan Group Hospitals. He did his Fellowship Training in Advanced Laparoscopy and Bariatric Surgery from the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.
https://advancedbariatrics.com/dr-john-cheregi-bariatric-surgeon/ 1 847 350-9564
Gastric bypass,gastric sleeve surgery,gastric band surgery
Dr. Aaron Siegel
Dr. Siegel, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon with more than 25 years of surgical experience. His area of surgical skills includes – Bariatric surgery, Breast Surgery, Breast cancer surgery, Colon surgery, Gastroesophageal reflux, Gastrointestinal Hemorrhoid surgery, Lap band surgery, Laparoscopic surgery, and Robotic surgery.
Dr. Aaron Siegel complete his Medical Degree from the University of Illinois, College of Medicine Chicago, IL. He completed his Surgical Residency from the Chicago Medical School, North Chicago, IL and University of Illinois Metropolitan Group Hospitals Chicago, IL.
https://www.nstopweb.com/lakesurg/drsiegel.htm 1 847 856-2525
Gastric bypass surgery,LAP-BAND® surgery,gastric sleeve
Dr. Daniel B.Wool
Dr. Wool, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon with more than 12 years of experience. He is highly skilled in trauma and critical care. His area of surgical expertise includes – hernia, foregut, colon, bariatric, as well as advanced laparoscopic and robotic cases.
Dr. Wool graduated from the University of Wisconsin at Madison with a Bachelor of Science degree. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree at Rush Medical College, graduating in the top third of his class. He completed his residency in general surgery at Rush University Medical Center and Cook County Hospital. He then went on to finish a fellowship at Stanford University in minimally invasive and robotic surgery.
https://www.barringtonsurgeons.com/provider/daniel-b-wool-md-facs 1 847-752-4456
Laparoscopic adjustable band (lap band), a gastric bypass, and a gastric sleeve
Dr. Hsin-Yi Chang
Dr. Chang has focused her practice on working with patients on their journeys towards wellness. She is recognized for her expertise in minimally invasive surgery. She also specializes in bariatric surgery designed to help patients achieve significant weight loss.
Dr. Hsin-Yi Chang obtained her Medical Degree from the University of Illinois Chicago. She completed her Surgical esidency training from the Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI and stayed further to do her Fellowship Training in Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery.
https://advancedsurg.net/hsin-yi-chang-md-facs/ 1 847 381-8161
“Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass,Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding”
Dr. Sofiane EL Djouzi
Dr. Sofiane El Djouzi, a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, is a well-rounded and versatile surgeon. He is passionate about his work and cares deeply about his patients. He has trained extensively in the fields of abdominal and gastrointestinal surgery. His journey started in London Hospitals (United Kingdom), where he began his very first steps as a junior resident in general surgery. He trained for over five years, then successfully passed all his examinations and graduated as a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Dr. Sofiane EL Djouzi got his Medical Degree and his Junior Surgical Residency training Jewish Hospital, Cincinnati and went to the University of Illinois of Chicago, Cincinnati for his second general surgery residency. He did dual Fellowship Training in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery, from Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.
https://www.healthgrades.com/physician/dr-sofiane-el-djouzi-2x22k 1 352.331.4900
Adjustable gastric banding, Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy,
Dr. Juaquito M. Jorge
Dr. Jorge, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon who served his country for six years on active duty as a Navy Corpsman. He is a Bariatric Surgeon specialist. His area of expertise includes – bariatric surgery, robotic surgery, minimally invasive surgery, as well as general, and advanced endoscopic surgeries.
Dr. Juaquito M.Jorge received his Medical Degree from the American University of Integrative Sciences, Sint Maarten School of Medicine. He completed his Surgical Residency Training from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern Memorial Hospital – Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital – MacNeal Hospital – Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois. He did his Fellowship Training in minimallyinvasive and bariatric and robotic surgery from the University of South Florida in Tampa.
https://newhopesurgical.com/juaquito-jay-m-jorge-m-d/ 1 312 883-8660
Roux-en- y gastric bypass,adjustable gastric band,gastric sleeve
Dr. Ryan Headley
Dr. Headly, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon with more than 14 years of experience. He is skilled in surgeries from basic appendectomies to complex minimally invasive operations. His area of expertise includes – all bariatric surgeries on the super-obese in addition to revision surgeries, Colon and Rectal Surgery.
Dr. Ryan Headley attained his Medical Degree from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. He completed his Surgical Residency from the University of Chicago and served as the executive chief resident in his final year.
https://www.suburbansurg.com/ryan-headley-md 1 708-730-2037
Sleeve Gastrectomy,gastric bypass,revisional bariatric surgery
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Is bariatric surgery safe?
Yes, bariatric surgery is generally considered a safe procedure. However, as with all medical procedures, there are certain risks associated with bariatric surgery such as infection, bleeding, and blood clots.
Can I drink after bariatric surgery?
Patients are typically urged to avoid alcohol after bariatric surgery, due to the high caloric content of many alcoholic beverages.
What procedures do bariatric surgeons perform?
While this will vary from surgeon to surgeon, some common bariatric procedures include gastric bypass, duodenal switch, and gastric banding.
