Overview
Dr. Andre F. Teixeira is an expertly trained and experienced board-certified surgeon specializing in bariatric and general surgery with Orlando Health Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery Institute. He provides expertise in numerous areas of specialized surgical care, including: Abdominal wall reconstruction Adrenalectomy Bariatric endoscopy Bariatric revision and conversion Duodenal switch Endoscopic sleeve and balloon procedures Foregut and reflux surgery Gall bladder surgery Gastric bypass Hernia repair Hiatal hernia repair Single anastomosis duodenal-ileal bypass with sleeve (SADI-S) Sleeve gastrectomy Splenectomy Upper endoscopy Dr. Teixeira's Training Dr. Teixeira completed his undergraduate studies in biology at Augusta State University in Georgia and earned his medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta. He completed his internship in general surgery at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center and his residency training at Orlando Health, serving as general surgery chief resident. He performed a bariatric and advanced minimally invasive surgery fellowship at Cleveland Clinic in Florida. About Dr. Teixeira Dr. Teixeira has been published in multiple journals including Obesity, Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases and The American Surgeon. He also has published several book chapters and presented at many international and national conferences on various topics relating to general surgery and bariatric surgery. Dr. Teixeira is a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, American College of Surgeons, American Medical Association – Morehouse School of Medicine Chapter, and American Medical Student Association – Morehouse School of Medicine Chapter. He is fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, as well as English.
Dr. Teixeira is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Teixeira is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 115 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.
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89 W. Copeland Dr., 2nd Floor, Orlando, FL 32806
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Dr. Muhammad Ghanem is a physician specializing in bariatric and general surgery with the Orlando Health Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery Institute. He and his team work with patients to help them lose weight through minimally invasive surgery and lifestyle changes. A board-certified surgeon, Dr. Ghanem's expertise includes performing procedures such as: Duodenal switch Gastric bypass Hiatal hernia repairs Sleeve gastrectomy Upper endoscopy He has dedicated his career to fighting obesity, which can contribute to chronic health conditions and hold patients back from enjoying their lives to the fullest. Dr. Ghanem's Training Dr. Ghanem received his medical training from Jordan University of Science and Technology in Irbid, Jordan. He completed his residency in general surgery at Methodist Dallas Hospital in Texas and performed his fellowship in bariatric surgery at Orlando Health. About Dr. Ghanem Dr. Ghanem has been active in the bariatric community nationally and internationally. His research has appeared in peer-reviewed publications and other journals, and he has presented at numerous medical conferences. Dr. Ghanem is also a fellow of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery, a diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Ghanem's professional memberships include the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and the American Foregut Society. He is fluent in English, Arabic, Hebrew and French. Dr. Ghanem is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.
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Christian Birkedal is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Daytona Beach, Florida. Dr. Birkedal is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Obesity, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.
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Eleftherios Mamounas is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Mamounas is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Mamounas is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Andre F. Teixeira
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Andre F. Teixeira?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Andre F. Teixeira by calling their office at 321-843-8900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Andre F. Teixeira a top-rated expert for Sleeve Gastrectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Andre F. Teixeira is classified as an Elite expert for Sleeve Gastrectomy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Andre F. Teixeira specialize in?
While Dr. Andre F. Teixeira is a Bariatric Medicine, they have specific expertise in Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Bariatric Medicine.
Does Dr. Andre F. Teixeira participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Andre F. Teixeira has published 115 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sleeve Gastrectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Andre F. Teixeira's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Andre F. Teixeira accept my insurance?
Dr. Andre F. Teixeira accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-843-8900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- GastrectomyDr. Teixeira isElite. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric BypassDr. Teixeira isElite. Learn about Gastric Bypass.
- Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Teixeira isElite. Learn about Sleeve Gastrectomy.
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- EndoscopyDr. Teixeira isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- ObesityDr. Teixeira isDistinguished. Learn about Obesity.
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- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Teixeira isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- MalnutritionDr. Teixeira isAdvanced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Teixeira isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
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- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Teixeira isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Teixeira isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Teixeira isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Teixeira isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- GallstonesDr. Teixeira isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- GastritisDr. Teixeira isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.