Dr. Rajesh Padmanabhan - Bariatric Surgeon

Bobby Smith, MD, DO, has a little over 7 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. Dr. Bobby Smith specializes in various types of weight loss surgeries. In 2001, he received medical degree from the University of North Texas.

Preeti Malladi, MD, earned her medical degree from the The University of Texas Southwestern in the year 2001. Dr. Preeti Malladi not only specializes in bariatric surgery but also learning more and treating the liver.

Alan Abando, MD, graduated from Rush Medical College in 2000. Dr. Alan Abando has a little over 8 years of experience practicing bariatric surgery and prefers roux-en-y procedures.

Andy Hawthorne, MD, has just a bit over 6 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. During this time, Dr. Andy Hawthorne has gained many clinical and research interests and continues to strive in the bariatric field.

Glenn Griffin, DO, FACOS, MD, has 23 years of experience. Dr. Glenn Griffin received his medical degree from the University of North Texas in 1985.

Kevin Dean, MD, DO, is a bariatric surgeon with over 17 years of experience and has performed countless LAP-BAND procedures. Dr. Kevin Dean is a strong advocate for the LAP-BAND procedure and helps teach patients the importance of it as well as life after the surgery.

Russell Juno, MD, has helped publish over 11 publications, with all of them in different topics. Dr. Russell Juno has been practicing bariatric surgery for the past 9 years and earned his degree from the University Of Texas Medical School.

Harvinderpal Singh, MD, is a bariatric surgeon who specializes and treats many different variations of obesity. Some of Dr. Harvinderpal Singh’s clinical interests include Bariatric Surgery, Dialysis and Minimally Invasive Surgery.

Guillmero Ponce De Leon, MD, has over 10 years of experience in the bariatric field. Dr. Guillmero Ponce De Leon earned his medical from the University Of Texas Medical School in 1992.

Ata Ahmad, DO, MD, earned his medical degree in 1995 from the Louisiana State University School Of Medicine. Some of Dr. Ata Ahmad’s clinical interests are Laparoscopic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures and Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery.

Bryan Hambric, MD, has 12 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. Dr. Bryan Hambric specializes in Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy).

Sergio Huerta, MD, has helped with over 70 publications. Dr. Sergio Huerta has 10 years of experience and graduated from the David Geffen School Of Medicine At UCLA in 1998.

Uriel Mushin, MD, FACS, graduated from the Sackler School Of Medicine in 1980. Dr. Uriel Mushin sub-specialty is in Vascular Surgery; however, he has 29 years of experience in the bariatric field.

Robert Hagood, MD, FACS, specializes in many forms of weight loss bariatric surgery, such as LAP-BAND. Dr. Robert Hagood earned his medical degree in 1997 from the Emory University School Of Medicine.

Kevin Hopkins, MD, FACS, earned his medical degree from the Boston University School Of Medicine Graduated in 1984. Dr. Kevin Hopkins specializes in several forms of bariatric surgery with special focus on plastic surgery.

Todd Moffatt, MD, FACS, has 17 years of experience in the bariatric field. Dr. Todd Moffatt graduated in 1991 from the Baylor College Of Medicine.

Richard S. Anderson, MD, graduated from the University Of Texas Medical School At Houston in 1982. Dr. Richard S. Anderson specializes in a variety of bariatric procedures, with his most popular being LAP-BAND.

Ira Kasper, MD, clinical interests are vast, but he specializes in treating and helping those with obesity issues and conditions. Dr. Ira Kasper has over 35 years of experience and earned his medical degree in 1973.

Michael Morris, MD, DO, has been in the bariatric field for over 40 years. Dr. Michael Morris regularly performs vertical sleeve gastrectomy procedures. In 1968, Dr. Michael Morris earned his medical degree from the University Of The Witwatersrand.

Stephen Hougen, MD, specializes in performing Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy procedures and  Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgeries. Dr. Stephen Hougen graduated in 1978 from the University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio.

Reuben E. Koenig, MD, graduated in 1953 from the Baylor College Of Medicine. Dr. Reuben E. Koenig regularly performs typical weight loss procedures, such as LAP-BAND and Vertical Banded Gastroplasty.

Clyde D. Smith, MD, is a bariatric surgeon with over 39 years of experience. Dr. Clyde D. Smith has performed numerous weight loss surgeries and earned his medical degree from the Saint Louis University Completed in 1969.

John T. Humble, MD, has been providing overweight individuals with his skills and expertise in the bariatric field for over 30 years. Dr. John T. Humble graduated in 1978 from the University of Texas Southwestern.

Jim Garza, MD, FACS, has 33 years of experience in the bariatric field. Dr. Jim Garza is able to help a wide variety of individuals with weight issues as well as those who do not speak English as he speaks fluent Spanish. Dr. Jim Garza graduated in 1975 from the Baylor College Of Medicine.

Jason Pfluke, MD, graduated from the Texas Tech University  in 2004. Dr. Jason Pfluke special expertise is in Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures and he has over 4 years of experience.

Jerome F. Schrapps, MD, is experienced in minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgical procedures. Dr. Jerome F. Schrapps has 17 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon.

Brian Mirza, MD, earned his medical degree at the University Of Damascus in 1992. Dr. Brian Mirza treats G.I. surgery and obesity conditions and issues.

Frank T. Felts, MD, FACS, is a bariatric surgeon who has made a name for himself in Texas. Dr. Frank T. Felts was the first surgeon to perform advanced laparoscopic procedures in Jacksonville and surrounding areas. Dr. Frank T. Felts has mastered his skills in his 25 years of experience and has performed over 4,000 advanced laparoscopic procedures.

Robert O. Powell, MD, FACS, is a bariatric surgeon with over 30 years of experience. Dr. Robert O. Powell earned his medical degree from the prestigious Harvard Medical School in 1972.

Bridget M. Brady, MD, has over 10 years as a bariatric surgeon and surgical specialties are in endocrine surgery, including thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal procedures. Dr. Bridget M. Brady graduated in 1999 from University of Texas and has completed many different training courses to increase her skills and education.

Marilyn Marx, MD, FACS, MBA, research interests are general surgery, abdominal and laparoscopic surgery, endoscopy, breast and hernia repair surgery. Dr. Marilyn Marx earned her medical degree in 1980 from Rush Medical College Of Rush University.

Kent Van Sickle, MD, has helped publish 10 publications and his special expertise is in Digestive System Abnormalities, Laproscopic Surgery Laparoscopy and Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures. Dr. Kent Van Sickle earned his medical degree in 1994 from the University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine.

Rajesh Padmanabhan, MD, FACS, is a bariatric surgeon with 13 years of experience. Dr. Rajesh Padmanabhan graduated in 1995 from the University of Missouri at Kansas City.

Edgar Cruz, MD, FACS, graduated in 1985 from UCMM. Dr. Edgar Cruz has 23 years of experience and specializes in performing Fobi pouch procedures.

Laurence F. Lo, DO, MD, has 27 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. During this time, Dr. Laurence F. Lo gained several research interests, which include General Surgery, Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, Gastrointestinal Endoscopic and Breast Surgeries.

Rachael A. Keilin, MD, PA, earned her medical degree in 1996 from the Baylor College Of Medicine. Dr. Rachael A. Keilin has since developed clinical interests in bariatric surgeries and lap-band procedures.

Shahid H. Hashmi, MD, FACS, graduated in 1969 from the King Edward Medical University. Dr. Shahid H. Hashmi has over 39 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon and commonly performs roux-en-y procedures.

Peter P. Rojas, MD, FACS, is a well-known and respected doctor within the bariatric community. With over 38 years of experience, Dr. Peter P. Rojas has mastered his skills in a variety of weight loss surgeries, like Revision and LAP-BAND. Dr. Peter P. Rojas graduated in 1970 from the University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston.

Ted R. Smith, MD, FACS, specializes in Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy and Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery, with his sub-specialty being Trauma Surgery. Dr. Ted R. Smith graduated in 1987 from the University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio and has 21 years of experience.

Aaron Cernero, MD, FACS, DO, has seven years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. Dr. Aaron Cernero earned his medical degree in 2001 from the University of North Texas.

Ron Hekier, MD, graduated in 1997 from the Tufts University School Of Medicine and has since specialized in bariatric surgery and lap-band procedures. Dr. Ron Hekier is a bariatric surgeon with 11 years of experience and a high level of professionalism.

Suryam Kadoli, MD, is a well-respected bariatric surgeon with a medical degree earned from the University Of Mumbai. Dr. Suryam Kadoli is able to perform a variety of weight loss procedures, such as Gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass and even Liposuction.

German Berbel, MD, has over 15 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. Dr. German Berbel received his medical agree from the University of North Texas Completed in 1993.

Jose Ortega, MD, FACS, is a bariatric surgeon with over 21 years of experience. Dr. Jose Ortega has special expertise in Breast Diseases, Liver Diseases and Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures. Dr. Jose Ortega graduated in 1987 from the University of Texas at Houston.

Nicole Basa, MD, graduated from the Rush Medical College, located in Chicago, IL, in the year 2000. Dr. Nicole Basa is a well-respected bariatric surgeon, graduating in the top percentile of her class, and specializes in advanced laparoscopic procedures, like roux-en-y gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.

Bryan D. Parrent, MD, graduated in 2000 from the Texas A&M University. Dr. Bryan D. Parrent specializes in Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy and Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery.

Richard Alford, MD, FACS, specializes in Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy and Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Richard Alford has 24 years of experience and graduated in 1984 from the University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston.

Jason Suits, MD, graduated in 1999 from the Texas A&M University. With 9 years of experience, Dr. Jason Suits specializes in various bariatric procedures such as, Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy, Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery, Revision and Roux-en-Y.

Harold Gaskill, MD, earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio in 1973 and has since mastered his skills in Abdominal Surgery and Laproscopic Surgery Laparoscopy. Dr. Harold Gaskill has 23 years of experience as a reputable bariatric surgeon.

William D. Nicholson III, MD, has 37 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. Dr. William D. Nicholson III earned his medical degree from the University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 1971.

James E. Redfield, MD, FACS, graduated from the University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 1986. Dr. James E. Redfield specializes in surgery and maintains a great reputation with his bariatric procedure work. Dr. James E. Redfield has over 22 years of experience.

Lois Fiala, MD, FACS, is a vascular surgeon by trade but also specializes in bariatric procedures as well such as Gastric Bypass or Liposuction. Dr. Lois Fiala has 20 years of experience and graduated in 1988 from the Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences.

Benjamin Clapp, MD, graduated in 2000 from the Texas Tech University and specializes in Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy and Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Benjamin Clapp performs LAP-BAND procedures as well as Gastric Bypass surgeries.

Brett May, MD, has 13 years of experience in the bariatric field. Dr. Brett May has written a number of publications and specializes in Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy. Also, Dr. Brett May earned his medical degree from the University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center At Dallas in 1995.

Darry Meyer, MD, graduated in 1997 from the University of North Texas and has since gained many clinical and research interests, such as the Lap Band System or practicing less painful hemorrhoidal surgery. Dr. Darry Meyer commonly performs a variety of weight loss procedures, for example, Gastric Bypass surgery.

Douglas Lorimer, MD, FACS, has 32 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon and graduated from the University of Texas at Galveston in 1976. Dr. Douglas Lorimer commonly performs the following procedures: Bariatric Surgery, Gastric Bypass and Liposuction.

Stephen Clark, MD, graduated from the University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center At Dallas in 1968 and has since gained many clinical interests and a reputation for being one of the best bariatric surgeons in Texas. Dr. Stephen Clark specializes in general surgery and laparoscopic surgery including breast surgery, cancer surgery with emphasis in thyroid and colon and rectal surgery.

Thomas Taylor, MD, has 40 years of experience in the bariatric field and specializes in many clinical interests, such as Biliopancreatic Diversion, Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy, Obesity and Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Thomas Taylor graduated in 1968 from the University Of Manchester.

Mario A. Longoria, MD, FACS, graduated in 1999 from the University of Texas Medical Branch and has since joined many prestigious groups, such as ASMBS. Dr. Mario A. Longoria has furthered his education by going through training for the latest and greatest in weight loss surgery, like the LAP-BAND or REALIZE BAND.

Said Bina, MD, is a bariatric surgeon with over 35 years of experience. Over this time, Dr. Said Bina has gained many clinical interests, which include Colon Cancer, Laparoscopic Appendectomy and Laparoscopic Surgery, to name a few. Dr. Said Bina also specializes in Vascular Surgery.

Louis Fox, MD, has over 33 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. Dr. Louis Fox graduated in 1975 from the prestigious University of Maryland and is also a member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.

Nancy Puzziferri, MD, is a well-established bariatric surgeon with over 13 years of experience. During this experience, Dr. Nancy Puzziferri earned multiple awards, such as the Medical Students for Minority Concerns Distinguished Student Award in 1992, the Un of Wisconsin Medical School Student Leadership and Service Award and the Public Health Service Certificate of Recognition in 1993 and the Student National Medical Association President’s Award in 1994.

Don Davenport, MD, DO, graduated from the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1995. Dr. Don Davenport specializes in Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy and Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery; however, he also sub-specializes in Surgical Critical Care, Pediatric Surgery, Trauma Surgery and Surgical Oncology.

Jason Balette, MD, earned his medical degree from the University Of Texas Medical School At Houston in 2001. Dr. Jason Balette has performed numerous bariatric surgeries, such as LAP-BAND, Roux-en-Y and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Jason Harrison, MD, earned his medical degree from the University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine  in 1999. Dr. Jason Harrison specializes in the following types of bariatric procedures: LAP-BAND and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Curtis Mosier, MD, FACS, graduated at the prestigious Roy J Lucille A Carver College Of Medicine At University Of Iowa  in 1978. Since then, Dr. Curtis Mosier has gained a lot of knowledge in the bariatric field with his 30+ years of experience.

Robert Alleyn, MD, FACS, graduated from the University of Houston, TX in 1985 and has a little over 15 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon.

Matthew Westmoreland, MD, specializes in many areas with the bariatric field, but his clinical interest is Laparoscopic Surgery. Dr. Matthew Westmoreland has also performed the following types of surgeries: LAP-BAND, Roux-en-Y and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Homero Rivas, MD, has over 41 years of bariatric experience and has helped with over 25 publications. Dr. Homero Rivas earned his medical degree from the University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston  in 1967.

Patrick Reardon, MD, is a well-experienced bariatric surgeon with 25 years under his belt. Dr. Patrick Reardon has actively participated in over 32 publications over his career.

Robert G. Snow, MD, Ph.D., FACS, has 15 years of experience in the bariatric field and has since helped with over 7 weight loss publications. Dr. Robert G. Snow earned his medical degree from the University of Health Sciences located in Kansas City, MO in 1989.

Ramiro Cavazos, MD, FACS, earned his medical degree 9 years ago from the University Of Texas Medical School At Houston in 1999. Dr. Ramiro Cavazos has performed the following bariatric procedures: LAP-BAND, Revision, Roux-en-Y, Vertical Banded Gastroplasty and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Robert McKinney, MD, has over 26 years of experience in the bariatric field. During this time, Dr. Robert McKinney has developed many clinical interests, such as Breast Diseases, Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy, Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures and Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery.

David Ritter, MD, FACS, has been practicing bariatric medicine for a little over 16 years. Dr. David Ritter sub-specialty includes Vascular Surgery, but his primary focus is Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery.

John Gonzalez, MD, graduated from the Columbia University in graduated 1998. Dr. John Gonzalez performs many bariatric surgeries, such as LAP-BAND, Roux-en-Y and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Stephen Bowers, MD, graduated from the Emory University in 1995 and has since then helped with over 21 publications covering a wide topic of bariatric medicine.

Wayne Schwesinger, MD, FACS, graduated from the University Of Washington School Of Medicine in 1965 and since then, has been apart of numerous associations and has helped with many publications. Dr. Wayne Schwesinger has over 43 years of experience and is considered to be a well respectable doctor.

Sina Matin, MD, is a well-known bariatric surgeon for his experience and knowledge in Advanced Laparoscopic and Minimally Invasive Surgeries. Dr. Sina Matin earned his medical degree from the Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine  in 1993.

Michael Trahan, MD, graduated from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in 1996. Besides performing bariatric procedures, Dr. Michael Trahan also specializes in minimally invasive hernia and abdominal and endocrine surgeries.

Richard Dickerman, MD, FACS, has helped with over 27 publications over his 37 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon.

John Mason, MD, has 22 years of bariatric experience and earned his medical degree from the University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1986. Dr. John Mason specializes in Breast Diseases, Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy, Laproscopic Surgery Laparoscopy and Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery.

Charles Beall, MD, FACS, practices bariatric medicine at the Trinity Clinic in Tyler, TX and performs procedures such as LAP-BAND and Roux-en-Y. Dr. Charles Beall graduated from the University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1988.

John Marsden, MD, graduated from the University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 1982 and has over 26 years as a bariatric surgeon.

Watson Roye Jr., MD, has 25 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. Dr. Watson Roye Jr. has performed many weight loss surgeries, such as numerous bypass and restrictive band procedures.

John Sweeney, MD, FACS, graduated in 1988 from the Rush Medical School, located in Chicago, IL. Dr. John Sweeney has received training from some of the most well-known doctors, such as William E. Fisher, M.D.

Gerardo Carcamo, MD, earned his medical degree from the University Of California of San Francisco School Of Medicine  in 1992. Dr. Gerardo Carcamo has 16 years of experience in the bariatric field.

Richard Frazee, MD, FACS, is a bariatric doctor with over 25 years of experience. Dr. Richard Frazee specializes in surgery and has performed LAP-BAND and Roux-en-Y procedures.

Sherman Yu, MD, graduated from the Baylor College Of Medicine , located in Houston , TX, in 2000. Dr. Sherman Yu’s special expertise is in Abdominal and REALIZE Band Surgeries.

Jorge Acosta, MD, earned his medical degree from the The University of Texas at Galveston in 1998. Dr. Jorge Acosta has performed numerous bariatric surgeons, such as LAP-BAND, REALIZE Band and Roux-en-Y.

Glen Einspanier, MD, is a surgeon with over 26 years of experience. Dr. Glen Einspanier is able to speak Spanish in order to help more patients who are struggling with weight loss.

Rollin L. Thrift, MD, FACS, graduated from the University Of Florida College Of Medicine  in 1980. Dr. Rollin L. Thrift specializes in emergency medicine and is the member of prestigious associations, like the ASMBS and ACS.

Horacio Oria, MD, FACS, has 35 years of experience and graduated from the Del Salvador University, located in Buenos Aries, Argentina, in 1973. During his experience, Dr. Horacio Oria has helped with 15 publications.

Phillip Huber, MD, has 36 years of experience and during that time, he has helped with over 29 publications. Dr. Phillip Huber graduated in 1972 from the Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons  in New York, New York.

Ira Kasper, MD, FACS, is a bariatric surgeon with 35 years of experience. Dr. Ira Kasper has performed numerous bariatric surgeries, such as LAP-BAND, Roux-en-Y and Vertical Banded Gastroplasty.

Teddy C. Scott, MD, has an amazing 35 years of experience. Dr. Teddy C. Scott earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern in 1973.

Patrick Dillawn, MD, earned his medical degree from the University Of Texas Medical School in 1993 and has since then helped with many bariatric procedures, like Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomies.

Thirumalariaj Jayakumar, MD, has 22 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. Dr. Thirumalariaj Jayakumar graduated in 1974 from the Madurai Medical College located in Madurai, India.

Clifton Thomas, MD, FACS, graduated from the University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston  in 1984. Dr. Clifton Thomas specializes in many different areas of bariatric medicine, but does perform Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomies frequently.

Lloyd Stegemann, MD, FACS, graduated from the University of Texas Houston in 1998. Dr. Lloyd Stegemann performs the following types of bariatric surgeries: LAP-BAND, Revision, Roux-en-Y and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Ashraf A. Hilmy, MD, MBA, FACHE, FACS, is a well-known bariatric surgeon in the Texas area with his 27 years of experience. Dr. Ashraf A. Hilmy specializes in many areas of bariatric medicine, such as Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy.

Paul Selinkoff, MD, FACS, has 42 years of experience and graduated from the Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University in 1970.

Michael L. Green, Jr., MD, FACS, graduated from the Indiana University School Of Medicine in 1996. Dr. Michael L. Green, Jr., has performed the following types of surgeries: Fobi Pouch, LAP-BAND, REALIZE Band, Revision, Roux-en-Y and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Raymond Capps, MD, has 21 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon and graduated from the University of Texas Southwestern Completed in 1987. Dr. Raymond Capps also specializes in Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy and Stomach Stapling Gastroplasty.

Richard Benavides, MD, normally performs more than 50 LAP-BAND procedures each month and in 2005, was named Top Performing Surgeon by Inamed Health.

Phillip Leggett, MD, FACS, has an incredible 28 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. Over those 28 years, Dr. Phillip Leggett has also helped with 12 publications that focused on bariatric surgeries and outcomes.

Michael Storey, MD, has performed many bariatric surgeries with some of his popular being LAP-BAND, REALIZE Band, Revision and Roux-en-Y procedures. Dr. Michael Storey also speaks Arabic, French, German and Spanish in addition to English.

Edward Livingston, MD, FACS, has assisted with over 106 publications in his 23 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. Dr. Edward Livingston earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School Of Medicine At UCLA in1985.

Harry Meyers, MD, is a doctor with many skills and clinical interests. Dr. Harry Meyers earned his medical degree from the Ohio State University in 1981.

Raeann Capehart, MD, graduated from the University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine in 1997. Dr. Raeann Capehart also specializes in Biliopancreatic Diversion and Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy.

Terry Scarborough, MD, has assisted with eight publications and has received special Inamed and REALIZE band training. Dr. Terry Scarborough graduated in 1993 from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine.

E. Eldo Frezza, MD, is a  skilled bariatric surgeon who has taken additional training in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery. Dr. E. Eldo Frezza graduated in 1989 from the University of Padoua in Padoua Italy.

Robert Marvin, MD, graduated in 1990 from the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio and has since specialized in many bariatric areas, such as Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy.

John Pilcher, MD, FACS, earned his medical degree in 1990 from the Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine located in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. John Pilcher has 18 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon and specializes in a broad spectrum of General Surgery, including Gastro Bypass for Obesity, Digestive System Abnormalities and Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy.

Ralph Crum, MD, FACS, has 15 years of experience and graduated from the prestigious Creighton University that is located in Omaha, NE in 1983.

Lawrence Barzune, MD, graduated in 1969 from the University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Lawrence Barzune has over 39 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon.

David S. Hall, MD, FACS, graduated in 1976 from the University of Texas Medical Center, located in San Antonio, TX. Dr. David S. Hall has performed numerous bariatric surgeries, such as LAP-BAND, Roux-en-Y and Vertical Banded Gastroplasties, over his 24 years of experience.

James Davidson, MD, graduated from the Medical College Of Wisconsin, which is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1971. Since then, Dr. James Davidson has gained much knowledge in the bariatric field with his 28 years of experience.

Michael C. Harnisch, MD, graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 1995 and has 13 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon.

Senthil Sankaralingam, MD, graduated in 2002 from the University Of Hawaii and has performed the following types of surgeries: Adjustable Gastric Band, LAP-BAND and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Charles Schwartz III, MD, DO, has helped with more than 57 publications and has over 13 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon.

Richard E. Collier, MD, DO, is a bariatric surgeon with 30 years of experience and has performed countless LAP-BAND procedures. Dr. Richard E. Collier has been the recipient of a few awards, such as the Physician of the Year in 1977.

Michael Steines, MD, FACS, is a very well known doctor based on his 17 years of experience and expertise in the bariatric field. Dr. Michael Steines graduated in 1991 from the  Baylor College Of Medicine  in Houston, Texas.

Phillip Swanson, MD, FACS, has helped many over his 28 years of experience. Dr. Phillip Swanson also acquired many clinical interests, such as Bariatric/Weight Loss Surgery, Breast Surgery and Laparoscopic Surgery.

Dirk Rodriguez, MD, has 31 years of experience and graduated from the Ponce School of Medicine in 1981. Dr. Dirk Rodriquez specializes in performing LAP-BAND and REALIZE Band surgeries as well as Roux-en-Y and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomies.

Jinnie Bruce, MD, is a well-round doctor with several clinical interests, such as bariatric surgery, minimally invasive surgery and women’s health care. Dr. Jinnie Bruce earned her medical degree from the Tulane University School Of Medicine that is located in New Orleans, LA, in 1999.

Brad Waggoner, MD, earned his medical degree from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine in 1999 and has earned a great reputation for the past 9 years through his bariatric work.

Guillermo Gomez, MD, DO, is a bariatric surgeon with over 29 years of experience. During this time, Dr. Guillermo Gomez has helped many lose weight and keep it off with his follow up services.

Gayland Sims, MD, FACS, has an astonishing 33 years of experience as an bariatric surgeon. Dr. Gayland Sims earned his medical degree from the University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston  in 1975.

Mario del Pino, MD, FACS, graduated in 1996 from the Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia in Lima, Peru. Dr. Mario del Pino is the founder and director of South Texas Lap Band.

Scott Stowers, MD, DO, graduated in 1987 from the Texas College Of Osteopathic Medicine that is located in Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Scott Stowers is a physician who is also capable of speaking Spanish.

Michael Seger, MD, FACS, graduated from the University of Texas HSC San Antonio in 1998 and is a member of some of the most notorious associations for medical professionals.

Mark Watson, MD, FACS, has 12 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. Dr. Mark Watson clinical interests are gallbladder and laparoscopic surgery and he earned his medical degree at the Washington University of St Louis, in 1988.

Fernando E. Miranda, MD, FACS, has 10 years of experience in laparoscopic experience and received additional training in 2003 and 2004 at the University of Florida & UT School of Medicine.

Joseph K. Wright, MD, earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in 1994. Dr. Joseph K. Wright is also a member of several associations.

Michael Lara, MD, graduated from the University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston  in Galveston, Texas in 1998. Dr. Michael Lara has helped with six publications and continues to share his knowledge by being a member in several associations.

Colleen Kennedy, MD, FACS, has 20 years of experience as a weight loss surgeon. Dr. Colleen Kennedy is able to connect with many patients on a personal level given the fact she is able to also speak Spanish. She not only specializes in bariatric medicine, but also geriatric medicine.

Nirmal Jayaseelan, MD, FACS, has over 15 years of experience in Laparoscopic Experience, proving that he a bariatric surgeon with tremendous amounts of success. Dr. Nirmal Jayaseelan earned his medical at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine in  Lubbock, TX, in 1994.

Richard Carter. MD, is a well-known bariatric surgeon in the Texas area as he has over 32 years of experience. Dr. Richard Carter specializes in performing many bariatric surgeries, such as LAP-BAND, Revision and Roux-en-Y.

Kenneth Bryce, MD, FACS, is a specialist in many different areas, but he does focus on colon & rectal surgery as well as surgical oncologies. An interesting fact about Dr. Kenneth Bryce is that he is able to speak Arabic, German, Spanish and English.

Matthew St. Laurent, MD, DO, specializes in various forms of bariatric surgery and also colon and rectal surgery. Dr. Matthew St. Laurent graduated in 1992 from the Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine.

Dana Reiss, MD, earned her medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Agusta, GA, in 1994. Dr. Dana Reiss has since then perfected her expertise in various forms of bariatric surgeries.

Frank Duperier, MD, graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 1996 and has specialized in Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery since then. Dr. Frank Duperier is a member of many associations and is a successful bariatric surgeon in the Texas area.

Dexter Turnquest, MD, FACS, is a bariatric surgeon with much knowledge and skill due to his clinical interests, such as Bariatric Surgery, Diverticultis and Gastric Electrical Stimulation. Dr. Dexter Turnquest also speaks Spanish and is known to be one of the best bariatric surgeons in Texas.

Steven Glorsky, MD, has extended his professionalism and knowledge by acting as the Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. Dr. Steven Glorsky earned his medical degree at Mt. Sinai, located in New York, NY, in 1986.

Felix Spiegel, MD, has 19 years of experience as a skilled bariatric surgeon. Besides his focus on Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomies and Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgeries, Dr. Felix Spiegel also specializes in Public Medicine.i

Craig Chang, MD, has helped with over 35 publications and is known to be one of the most intelligent doctors in the bariatric field. Dr. Craig Chang graduated in 1993 from the University of Kansas.

Glenn Ihde, MD, has performed many bariatric surgeries, but the most popular ones have been LAP-BAND, Revision, StomaphyX and Vertical Banded Gastroplasty. Dr. Glenn Ihde has over 10 years of experience and graduated from the University of Kansas in 1993.

David Syn, MD, graduated from the State University of New York, College of Medicine  Brooklyn, NY in 1992 and over his 12 years, he has helped countless individuals with their weight loss goals.

Julie Leverton, MD, speaks a variety of languages in order to help her patients even more. Such languages are English, French, Italian and Spanish. Dr. Julie Leverton also sub-specializes in Critical Care Medicine.

Daryl Stewart, MD, is a bariatric surgeon with over 14 years of experience. Some of Dr. Daryl Stewart’s clinical interests includes: Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery, Roux en-Y, Lap Banding and Adjustable Ban.

Todd McCarty, MD, FACS, graduated from the University of Texas Southwestern in 1990 and since then has performed countless bariatric surgeries. Besides performing weight loss surgeries, Dr. Todd McCarty has also performed many oncology and general surgeries.

Hugh Babineau, MD, FACS, attended the University of Rochester and earned his degree in 1996. Since then, Dr. Hugh Babineau has specialized in bariatric surgery and helping patients live long, healthy life’s.

Nick Nicholson, MD, graduated in 1996 from the University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston. Because of Dr. Nick Nicholson’s passion for helping weight loss patients, he is the head of the Nicholson Clinic and leads weight loss surgery programs at Baylor Regional Medical Center at Plano and Forest Park Medical Center on a regular basis.

Vishnu Rumalla, MD, has been transforming lives for over 12 years. Dr. Vishnu Rumalla helps individuals lose weight all while helping create a beautiful body through the use of plastic surgery and his special expertise in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, body and breasts.

Joaquin Rodriguez, MD, FACS, graduated in 1990 from the University of Texas Medical School Houston and afterwards, focused on his clinical interests, which are minimally invasive surgery, bariatric surgery, general surgery and anti-reflux procedures.

Richard Symmonds, MD, has an astonishing 28 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon. Dr. Richard Symmonds specializes in Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy and Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery as well as Vertical Banded Gastroplasty and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy.

John J. Gonzales, Jr., is a skilled bariatric surgeon with much training and experience. Because of this, Dr. John J. Gonzales, Jr. is a proctor of Allergan and he teaches surgeons from other countries how to perform laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding.

Moya M. Griffin, MD, FACS, has over 12 years of experience practicing in the bariatric field. During that time, she enlisted in many notable associations and has performed countless weight loss procedures.

Ernesto Garza, MD, is a skilled bariatric surgeon and some of his clinical interests include: Adenoidectomy, Bariatric and Laparoscopic Surgery. Dr. Ernesto Garza graduated from the University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston.

Craig Ferrara, DO, graduated from the University Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1999 and his sub-specialty is Vascular Surgery. Dr. Craig Ferrara special expertise is in Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy and Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery.

Ricardo Bonnor, MD, FACS, graduated in 1999 from the University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston. Dr. Ricardo Bonnor has trained many in the bariatric field and was an instructor at the Baylor College of Medicine and at the University of UNAM in Monterrey, Mexico.

Augustus E. Lyons, MD, FACS, graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center and completed his residency at the University of Mississippi. Dr. Augustus E. Lyons not only speaks fluently in English but also Spanish. A fun fact about Dr. Augustus E. Lyons is that his patients have lost 76% of their excess weight after their one year anniversary.

Rob Fuller, MD, is one of the top bariatric surgeons in Texas. Dr. Rob Fuller has received training in areas such as radiofrequency ablation (RFA), hepatic artery infusion pump placement and multi-modality treatment of many types of cancer.

David C. Dyslin, MD, FACS, graduated from the Tulane University School Of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana in1990. Dr. David C. Dyslin specializes in many different areas of bariatric surgery, such as Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy.

Paula Oliver, MD, specializes in different forms of weight loss surgeries such as advanced laparoscopic surgery including biliary, reflux, colectomy and Lap Band gastric banding surgery. Dr. Paula Oliver graduated in 1987 from the Louisiana State Univ. School Of Medicine In New Orleans.

Vadim Sherman, MD, has special expertise in areas such as Endoscopy Endoscopic Surgery, Gastroscopy, Laproscopic Surgery Laparoscopy, Minimally Invasive Gastrointestinal Surgery, Morbid Obesity and various Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgeries. In 2000, Dr. Vadim Sherman received his degree at the University of Western Ontario.

Mark Sherrod, MD, has practiced in Austin, TX since 1981 and earned his degree in the state of Texas as well at the University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston  in 1976. Dr. Mark Sherrod is skilled in many different areas of bariatric surgery.

Paresh Rajajoshiwala, MD, FACS, graduated in 1994 from the Northwestern University, located in  Chicago, IL. Dr. Paresh Rajajoshiwala specializes in the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass and the adjustable LAP-BAND procedures.

Jorge L. Rincon, MD, FACS, graduated in 1992 from the Central University of Venezuela, which is located in Caracas, Venezuela. Dr. Jorge L. Rincon has performed over 2,000 weight loss surgeries since 1996 and he has been the primary surgeon in over 500 surgeries since 2003.

Erik Wilson, MD, graduated in 1996 from the Baylor College Of Medicine  in Houston, Texas. Some of Dr. Erik Wilson’s specialties are:  Appendectomy, Colon Cancer, Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Laparoscopic Colon Cancer Resection and Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery.

Robert Davis, MD, FACS, FASMBS, can regularly be seen on the hit reality-documentary medical series, BIG MEDICINE, when TLC and the Discovery Health Channels runs re-runs. Dr. Robert Davis earned his degree in 1963 from the University Of The Witwatersrand, Faculty Of Health Sciences in Parktown, South Africa.

Audencio Alanis, MD, Diplomat ABAS, special expertise is in Gastric Bypass Gastrojejunostomy and Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery with his sub-specialty being in Vascular Surgery. Dr. Audencio Alanis also speaks Spanish, thus allowing him to help even more weight loss patients.

Stephen V. Hamn, MD, FACS, graduated from the University Of Texas Medical School in 1982 and received specialized training in many different areas since then. Dr. Stephen V. Hamn was voted one of D magazine Best Bariatric Surgeon in 2006, 2007 and 2008.

A. Joseph Cribbins, MD, graduated in 1995 from the University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine and received Laparoscopy and Bariatric Surgery special training in 2002 and 2008. With a little over 10 years of experience, Dr. A. Joseph Cribbins helps weight loss patients understand the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle after the surgery.