
Overview
Benjamin E. Schneider, M.D., is a Professor in the Department of Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center and serves as chief of the Division of Bariatric and Foregut Surgery. He previously served as section head of bariatric surgery. His surgical expertise includes bariatric/weight loss surgery, colon disorders, colorectal cancer, and hernia and abdominal wall surgeries.Dr. Schneider earned his medical degree at the University of Colorado Denver Health Sciences Center. He completed his residency in general surgery at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and then received advanced training in laparoscopy through two clinical fellowships, one at UT Southwestern and another at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.Prior to joining the UT Southwestern faculty in 2017, Dr. Schneider served on numerous committees and as Director of the Weight Loss Surgery fellowship at Beth Israel Deaconess, as well as Director of the Weight Loss Surgery program at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital.Dr. Schneider’s research interests include bariatric surgery and its outcomes, as well as treatment of hernias and the foregut. A national and international guest lecturer and presenter, he is also the author of numerous peer-reviewed articles, chapters, and editorials.He is a member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Surgeons, the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.In 2020, Dr. Schneider achieved top 1% in the nation in patient satisfaction at Texas Health Dallas, as measured by the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) and Press Ganey.
Dr. Schneider is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 37 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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8230 Walnut Hill, Ste 204 POB 3, Dallas, TX 75231
1801 Inwood Rd, Ste 100, Dallas, TX 75390
Clinical Research
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Baylor Scott & White Center For Medical & Surgical Weight Loss Management - Park Cities
Dr. Davis is a Clinical Professor at Texas A&M College of Medicine at Texas A&M Health Science Center, Dallas. Dr. Davis specializes in metabolic and weight loss surgery, gastrointestinal surgery and emerging endoscopic therapies. Dr. Davis received his medical degree from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at The Stamford Hospital/Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons Program before finishing a fellowship at Legacy/Oregon Health Sciences University in advanced laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Davis serves as the Chief of Bariatric Surgery at Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health, in Dallas and Medical Director of the Baylor Scott & White Weight Loss Surgery Program. In addition to his extensive education, Dr. Davis was appointed Assistant Professor in Surgery and served on the faculty of Columbia University Department of Surgery for over seven years. During this time he was also the Director of Bariatric Surgery for Columbia's affiliate medical institutions and established Bariatric Surgical programs at Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, NJ, and Lawrence Hospital in Bronxville, NY. Dr. Davis is involved with many clinical studies and has published numerous articles in the field of bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery. When he isn't busy in the medical field, he enjoys golfing, exercising and spending quality time with his wife and three children. Dr. Davis was nominated for D Magazine's 2024 Best Docs . Dr. Davis is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Malnutrition, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Benjamin E. Schneider
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin E. Schneider?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Benjamin E. Schneider by calling their office at 214-645-2900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Benjamin E. Schneider a top-rated expert for Obesity?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Benjamin E. Schneider is classified as an Distinguished expert for Obesity, 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. Benjamin E. Schneider specialize in?
While Dr. Benjamin E. Schneider is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Obesity, Hernia, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Benjamin E. Schneider participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin E. Schneider has published 37 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity. You can view a list of Dr. Benjamin E. Schneider's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Benjamin E. Schneider accept my insurance?
Dr. Benjamin E. Schneider accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 214-645-2900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- ObesityDr. Schneider isDistinguished. Learn about Obesity.
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- CholedocholithiasisDr. Schneider isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Schneider isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Schneider isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Schneider isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- GastrectomyDr. Schneider isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- HerniaDr. Schneider isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- Experienced
- CholecystitisDr. Schneider isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- EndoscopyDr. Schneider isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Schneider isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- Femoral HerniaDr. Schneider isExperienced. Learn about Femoral Hernia.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Schneider isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- Gastric BypassDr. Schneider isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Bypass.


