Overview
Dr. Hany Takla is a board-certified surgeon at the Orlando Health Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery Institute with expertise in: Bariatric surgery Robotic surgery Foregut and reflux surgery Bariatric endoscopy Abdominal wall reconstruction and hernia repair He has completed more than 1,600 robotic procedures and more than 500 weight-loss procedures. He believes in providing quality care, surgical excellence and individualized attention to every patient and is passionate about helping people improve their health and quality of life. Dr. Takla’s Training Dr. Takla received his medical training from Cairo University Medical School in Egypt. He completed general surgery residencies at the University of Washington in Seattle and the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School in Worcester. He completed a fellowship in minimally invasive and robotic surgery at Banner - University Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona. About Dr. Takla Dr. Takla is board certified in surgery with a focused practice designation in metabolic and bariatric surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He is a fellow of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and American College of Surgeons. His professional memberships include the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons, Royal College of Surgeons of England and Egyptian Medical Syndicate. Before joining Orlando Health, Dr. Takla served as a surgeon at several New England hospitals with roles including medical director of robotic surgery, medical director of surgical services and chair of the surgery department. He was named Top Doctor for general surgery twice by Boston Magazine and has delivered presentations around the world and contributed book chapters about robotic and bariatric surgery. Outside of work, Dr. Takla enjoys traveling, running and kite surfing. He is fluent in English and Arabic.
Dr. Takla is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallstones, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Takla is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Metabolic And Bariatric Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.
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89 W. Copeland Dr., 2nd Floor, Orlando, FL 32806
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Hany Takla
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Hany Takla?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Hany Takla 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. Hany Takla a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Hany Takla is classified as an Advanced expert for Hernia, 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. Hany Takla specialize in?
While Dr. Hany Takla is a Bariatric Medicine, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, and Gallstones. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Bariatric Medicine.
Does Dr. Hany Takla participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Hany Takla has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Hany Takla's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Hany Takla accept my insurance?
Dr. Hany Takla accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. 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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- CholedocholithiasisDr. Takla isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Femoral HerniaDr. Takla isAdvanced. Learn about Femoral Hernia.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Takla isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Takla isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- HerniaDr. Takla isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Takla isAdvanced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
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- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Takla isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- CellulitisDr. Takla isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Takla isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Takla isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Takla isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Takla isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.