Choosing Bariatric Surgery surgeon is neither very easy nor difficult. Only point to be kept in mind is that the surgeon should be experienced. As an experienced surgeon is well aware of the complications that may take place during the operation and knows to tackle it with ease and confidence.
You should verify your surgeon. Check for his licensing, credentials, proof etc. You can visit the Website of American College of surgeons and confirm his validity. After getting the number you can go for a specific Bariatric surgery surgeon after his fellowship has been established.
Booking agencies advertise for surgeons and guide you about pre and post issues of surgery but you should not rely on these agencies entirely.
Those Bariatric Surgery surgeons who work in hospitals should be preferred as it helps in solving problems such as blood clots or any heart related problem. Moreover, the hospital chosen by you should be well equipped i.e. should have a blood bank, ICU, heart specialists and provide services for 24 /7 hours.
Dr. Marina Kurian offers innovative and sympathetic care for patients undergoing Bariatric surgery. Her superb skill and talent has made her recognition unique and responsible for her widespread respect in New York City and throughout the state for providing premier quality care. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES).
Dr. Vohra and Dr. Nishimura are two well recognized Bariatric Surgery surgeon of US.