Below are the best bariatric surgeons serving the greater Louisiana area. Find the best bariatric surgeons in Louisiana.
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Dr. Amanda Fontenot, MD
Dr. Amanda Fontenot, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Fontenot completed a residency at Ochsner Clinic Foundation. She currently practices at Ochsner Medical Center and is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Amanda Fontenot attended Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, and completed her residency in internal medicine at Ochsner Medical Center in 2008.
Dr. James Wooldridge, MD
Dr. James Woolridge is a general surgeon and bariatric weight loss specialist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Woolridge attended medical school at the University of Tennessee, before completing a residency at the University of Missouri, as well as a fellowship at the University of California.
Dr. Peter Lundberg, MD
Dr. Peter W. Lundberg is a general surgeon in Marrero, Louisiana. He is affiliated with medical facilities West Jefferson Medical Center and Ochsner Medical Center- West Bank Campus. Dr. Lundberg is graduated from Loyola University Chicago - Stritch School of Medicine medical school in 2011. Dr. Lundberg completed an internship and residency at Tulane University Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Dr. William Richardson, MD
Dr. William Richardson is the chair of Guidelines for SAGES and a member of the SSAT Health Care Quality & Outcomes Committee. Since 1997 he has been at the Ochsner Clinic and is section head of general surgery. Dr. Richardson received his Doctorate of Medicine from UT Southwestern Medical School in Dallas and subsequently completed residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Dr. Todd Belott, MD
Dr. Todd Belott, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Granbury, TX. Dr. Belott attended medical school the Tulane University School of Medicine.
Dr. James Leithead III, MD
Dr. James Leithead currently practices at Why Weight and is affiliated with Avala Hospital. He accepts multiple insurance plans. Dr. Leithead III is board certified in General Surgery. Dr. Leithead III, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Metairie, LA. Dr. Leithead III completed a residency at Department of Surgery - Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center.
Dr. Carlos Galvani, MD
Dr. Carlos Galvani, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in New Orleans, LA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Galvani is graduated from Facultad De Ciencias Medicas/Universidad Nacional medical school in 1996. He is affiliated with Tulane Medical Center.
Dr. Michael Cook, MD
Dr. Michael Cook, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist in New Orleans, Louisiana and has over 18 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Cook is a fellowship-trained bariatric and general surgeon. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee - College of Medicine in Memphis, TN and completed his residency at Ochsner Clinic Foundation.
Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD
Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Metairie, LA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Avala Hospital and Southern Surgical Hospital. Dr. Lavin graduated cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa from Miami University in Ohio. He received his medical degree from Medical College of Ohio, and completed his General Surgery residency at Ochsner Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana.Related:
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Is bariatric surgery necessary?
No, while bariatric surgery can be a very helpful weight loss tool, it is not necessary for weight loss. Dieting and exercise are also very effective alternatives for many.
How much does bariatric surgery cost?
The cost of bariatric surgery will vary based on a number of factors such as insurance cover and patient location. Click here to learn more about the cost of bariatric surgery in Louisiana.
