Overview
I was drawn to becoming a physician because a career in medicine offers the unique combination of science, problem-solving and helping others. I chose to focus on surgery because it can resolve illnesses. This is particularly true with bariatric (weight loss) surgery, which can cure or prevent complications from diseases like diabetes. Long-term studies have proven that bariatric surgery is the most effective and durable weight loss treatment, but each patient must be prepared to actively participate in a multidisciplinary program. This includes nutrition, behavioral and exercise counseling. Therefore, my team and I carefully screen each patient. Then we discuss your unique health situation and all the options with you so that we can make the best weight management decisions together.
I have trained extensively to become a bariatric surgeon, including completing a fellowship in metabolic & bariatric surgery in 2022, after graduating from general surgery residency in 2021. However, learning is a lifelong journey, so I am continuously training in the latest techniques for minimally invasive laparoscopic, robotic and bariatric surgery. I am certified as a diplomate of the American Board of Medicine and recognized as a fellow of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons (ASMBS). I serve as the metabolic & bariatric surgery director at Forsyth Medical Center and co-founded its bariatric program.
In addition to bariatric surgery, I also perform minimally invasive ge.
His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass.
Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
Locations
2915 Lyndhurst Ave, Suite 202B, Winston Salem, NC 27103
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Chandler has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Edward Levine is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Levine is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Breast Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Mastectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Levine is currently accepting new patients.
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Reese Randle is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Randle is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodule, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Randle is currently accepting new patients.
Areas of Expertise
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