The 20 Best Gastric Bypass Doctors near Atlanta, GA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 26 doctor with experience in Gastric Bypass near Atlanta, GA. Of these, 22 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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26 providers found
    Distinguished in Gastric Bypass
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Gastric Bypass
    Bariatric Medicine

    Emory University Hospital Midtown Campus

    550 Peachtree Street Northeast, MedicalOfficeTower, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Lin is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 33 years. Dr. Lin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Achalasia, Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Lin is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2003.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    General Surgery

    Emory Bariatrics Center

    550 Peachtree Street Northeast, MedicalOfficeTower, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mobola Oyefule is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Oyefule is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass

    Emory University Hospital Midtown Campus

    550 Peachtree Street Northeast, MedicalOfficeTower, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Hechenbleikner is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Hechenbleikner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Hechenbleikner is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2018.

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    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Surgical Oncology

    Winship Cancer Institute At Emory Midtown

    36 Linden Avenue Northeast, Fl16, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Seth Concors is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 12 years. Dr. Concors is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatic Ischemia, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Colorectal Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Concors is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2021.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Endocrinology

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgA, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    43+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Ziegler is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 43 years. Dr. Ziegler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malnutrition, Vitamin D Deficiency, Obesity, Protein Deficiency, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Ziegler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1995.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Bariatric Medicine

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgA, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jahnavi Srinivasan is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. She has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Srinivasan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Ileostomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Srinivasan is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2008.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    General Surgery

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgA, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Sweeney is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 38 years. Dr. Sweeney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Obesity, Chronic Pancreatitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Sweeney is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 1996.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Pain Medicine

    Emory Winship Cancer Institute

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgC, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vinita Singh is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. She has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Chronic Pain, Cataract Removal, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Singh is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology, 2015.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    General Surgery

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgA, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Seyed Arshad is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Arshad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Pectus Excavatum, Peptic Ulcer, Appendectomy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Arshad is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2024.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    General Surgery

    Emory Winship Cancer Institute

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgC, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Juan Sarmiento is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 39 years. Dr. Sarmiento is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Bile Duct Cysts, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Sarmiento is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2001.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Interventional Radiology

    Egleston Children's Hospital At Emory

    1405 Clifton Rd NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Clifford Hawkins is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chondroblastoma, Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Thrombectomy, and Lithotripsy.

    Advanced in Gastric Bypass
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Gastric Bypass
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    BMI Surgical Institute

    2303 Cumberland Pkwy, Se, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Aryaie is a board certified surgeon and has completed a Minimally Invasive and Bariatric fellowship at one of the top fellowship programs in the United States at University Hospitals Case Medical Center/Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Aryaie received his undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia, then attended Ross University School of Medicine, where he graduated in the top 5 percent of his class. He completed his residency at The Jewish Hospital, an affiliate of University of Cincinnati. Once he finished his fellowship at one of the top prestigious MIS/Bariatric fellowships in the United States, he joined Texas Tech University Health Science Center as assistant professor of surgery where he served as Medical Director and Chief of Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery at University Medical Center from 2016 to 2019 before moving back to Atlanta.Dr. Aryaie has done extensive research, published multiple publications and has been featured during national presentations regarding bariatrics and minimally invasive surgery. He was named as 'Top Doctor'and 'Doctor of Distinction'in multiple magazines.Dr. Aryaie serves on multiple national surgical committees and is an active member of the American College of Surgeons, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES); and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons (ASMBS)As an extremely experience and knowledgeable surgeon, he has conducted thousands of high-quality weight loss surgeries including Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric bypass, Duodenal Switch, Single Anastomosis Duodenal Switch (SADI), Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG), Gastric Balloon, and Revisional Bariatric Surgery. In addition, Dr. Aryaie specializes and has extensive experience in robotic, laparoscopic, and minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgeries.Dr. Aryaie is the Founder of BMI Surgical Institute and a Member of Piedmont Clinic, providing patients in Georgia with the highest quality, most advanced, and comprehensive medical and surgical weight loss services. Dr. Aryaie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Obesity, Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Aryaie is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Aryaie is currently accepting new patients.

    Bariatric Medicine
    Bariatric Medicine

    Beltline Bariatric And Surgical Group, LLC

    371 East Paces Ferry Road Northeast, Suite 750, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Procter earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Miami University of Ohio in 1994. He then studied at the University of Georgia where he earned degrees in Microbiology and Cellular Biology. He completed medical school at the Medical College of Georgia and trained in general surgery at the University of Kentucky and Greenville Health System in Greenville, SC.Dr. Procter began his surgical career in 2007 with a heavy emphasis on minimally invasive bariatric and general surgery. Having performed the first robotic-assisted cholecystectomy in the state in 2008, he later became one of the first bariatric surgeons to adopt the fully robotic approach to the sleeve gastrectomy, roux-en Y gastric bypass, and duodenal switch procedures.He has been performing bariatric surgery since 2007, and started Beltline Bariatric and Surgical Group in 2016. Additionally, Dr, Procter has a special interest in robotic-assisted repair of complex hernias and abdominal wall reconstruction. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a Fellow of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. He is a member of the American Hernia Society and has published book chapters in the areas of bariatric surgery and hernia. Dr. Procter is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Procter is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Procter is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Interventional Radiology

    Office

    1364 Clifton Rd NE Ste D-112, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nariman Nezami is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Nezami is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Gallbladder Disease, Liver Embolization, and Lithotripsy.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    General Surgery

    Emory University School Of Medicine Department Of Ophthalmology

    1365 Clifton Rd NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicole Shockcor is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Shockcor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Obesity, Gastric Bypass, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Gastroenterology

    Emory University School Of Medicine Department Of Ophthalmology

    1365 Clifton Rd NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Parit Mekaroonkamol is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Mekaroonkamol is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreas Divisum, Gastroparesis, Cholecystitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Bariatric Medicine

    Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital Campus

    5673 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Fl6, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
    Offers Telehealth

    Ankit Patel is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2012.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    General Surgery

    Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital Campus

    5673 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Fl6, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese

    Felipe Maegawa is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Maegawa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Bariatric Medicine

    Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital Campus

    5673 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Fl6, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jamil Stetler is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Stetler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Stetler is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2015.

    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Public Health and Preventive Medicine
    Experienced in Gastric Bypass
    Public Health and Preventive Medicine

    Northside Urgent Care Centers

    3367 Buford Hwy NE Ste 910, 
    Brookhaven, GA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Benoit is a Public Health and Preventive Medicine provider practicing medicine in Brookhaven, Georgia. Dr. Benoit is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastric Bypass. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastric Bypass.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Gastric Bypass?

    Gastric bypass is surgery that helps you lose weight by changing how your stomach and small intestine handle the food you eat.

    After the surgery, your stomach will be smaller. You will feel full with less food.

    Also, the food you eat will no longer go into some parts of your small intestine that absorb the nutrients in food. Because of this, your body will not get all of the calories from the food you eat.

    When should I see a Gastric Bypass doctor near Atlanta, GA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Gastric Bypass doctor near Atlanta, GA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Gastric Bypass doctors near Atlanta, GA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Gastric Bypass doctors near Atlanta, GA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Gastric Bypass doctor near Atlanta, GA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Gastric Bypass doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastric Bypass doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Gastric Bypass doctor near Atlanta, GA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Gastric Bypass doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Gastric Bypass doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Gastric Bypass doctors near Atlanta, GA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gastric Bypass doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Gastric Bypass doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gastric Bypass doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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