25 of the Best Bariatricians Near Me in Bala Cynwyd, PA

Kristoffel Dumon is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Berwyn, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dumon is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hernia, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Dumon is board certified in Surgery, 2009. Dr. Dumon is currently accepting new patients.

Harshit S. Khara, MD, is an Interventional Gastroenterologist based at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA.|Dr. Khara is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. He serves as the Director of Endoscopy; System Director of Interventional Endoscopy, Director of Endoscopic and Translational Research; Director of the Clinical Use Evaluation Committee; and System Director of Quality & Innovation. He is also the Research Director and Core faculty for the Gastroenterology Fellowship Program, as well as the Program Director for the Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy Fellowship Program at the Center for Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy at Geisinger, participating in the training and mentoring of advanced endoscopy and general gastroenterology fellows. Dr. Khara is also the Director of the National Pancreas Foundation Center at Geisinger.|He is involved in multi-center clinical research and quality improvement projects. Dr. Khara's clinical and research interests are in the field of interventional endoscopic ultrasound, ERCP, Barrett’s esophagus, third space endoscopy, endoscopic treatments for GERD, interventional EndoHepatology, and bariatric interventional endoscopy.|Dr. Khara earned his medical degree from Seth G.S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital in India then completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Drexel University College of Medicine-Saint Peter's University Hospital. He completed a Fellowship in Transplant Hepatology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, a Fellowship in Gastroenterology at Yale University School of Medicine-Norwalk Hospital and a Fellowship in Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy at Geisinger Medical Center.|Dr. Khara is certified in Gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Khara is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Khara is currently accepting new patients.

David M. Parker, MD, FACS, FASMBS, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in bariatric surgery for both adolescents and adults. Dr. Parker performs several advanced and specialized surgical procedures, including gastric bypass, biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch, revisional bariatric surgery, laparoscopic gastric band (or “lap band”) and gastric sleeve. He also provides care for various conditions affecting the stomach and gastrointestinal (GI) system, including hiatal hernia, paraesophageal hernia, achalasia and acid reflux.|He has a clinical interest in minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery.|Board-certified in general surgery, Dr. Parker earned his medical degree from West Virginia University in Morgantown. He completed a general surgery residency at the Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Fort Gordon, GA, followed by a fellowship in bariatric and foregut surgery at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.|While in medical school, he received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Scholarship. During his fellowship, he received the SAGES Award for best fellow presentation.|Dr. Parker serves as program director for the Geisinger bariatric and foregut surgical fellowship. He has a strong commitment to research in bariatric and foregut surgery and has authored more than 24 published articles.|He is an active member of the Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons.|Dr. Parker has served in the United States Army and continues to serve as a lieutenant colonel in the United States Army Reserve. He is also a football enthusiast, rooting for the West Virginia Mountaineers in his free time. Dr. Parker is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Obesity, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy. Dr. Parker is currently accepting new patients.

Anita P. Courcoulas, MD, MPH, FACS, is a minimally invasive general surgeon certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. She is a professor of surgery and chief of the Division of Minimally Invasive Bariatric and General Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Courcoulas attended Brown University, where she graduated with honors and completed her medical degree at Boston University School of Medicine, also with honors. She completed her general surgery internship and residency, pediatric surgery post-graduate research fellowship, and minimally invasive surgery post-graduate fellowship training all at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. In addition, she obtained a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health during her surgical training program. Dr. Courcoulas specializes in minimal access general surgery, abdominal surgery during pregnancy, and bariatric and metabolic surgery. Her research focuses on surgical outcomes, clinical trials, and emerging technologies in bariatric surgery.Dr. Courcoulas is active within many national surgical and obesity organizations, serves on the editorial boards of leading scientific journals, and has published more than 230 peer-reviewed manuscripts, abstracts, and book chapters.View Dr. Courcoulas' full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Courcoulas is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Courcoulas is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Courcoulas is currently accepting new patients.

In high school I was given the opportunity to shadow the neonatologist who took care of me as a child. This experience inspired me, and I soon became an EMT. I worked as an EMT throughout college, which further fueled my desire to pursue medicine. I went to medical school with the intent of becoming a neonatologist. After doing my surgery rotation, It was clear that surgery was my calling. My love for general surgery developed into a passion for minimally invasive and metabolic surgery. I feel blessed daily that I have the opportunity to care for patients and their families. What I want my patients to know about me:In this age of ever changing health care, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. My staff and I are dedicated to treating our patients like family and enjoy going above and beyond! We understand that pursuing general or metabolic surgery is one of the most important decisions of your life, therefore it is one of ours. We are committed to understanding our patients needs and providing them with the help they need.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:Continuing to educate myself on how to better serve my patients. Aside from my profession, I enjoy spending time with my wife and two boys. I have a passion and love for the outdoors and enjoy wood working. Dr. Marone is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Marone is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Surgery (General Surgery) - 2015. Dr. Marone is currently accepting new patients.

Maria Altieri is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Altieri is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Obesity, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Altieri is board certified in Surgery, 2021. Dr. Altieri is currently accepting new patients.

James Ryan is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in York, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ryan is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Ryan is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Horsley attended the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, where he earned his degree in osteopathic medicine. He completed his residency at Geisinger Northeast General Surgery program in Wilkes Barre, Pa. He then continued his surgical training at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pa., where he completed a fellowship in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery.|Dr. Horsley is a board certified in general surgery by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery. He holds certifications by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) for metabolic & bariatric surgery and by the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) for advanced GI MIS & bariatrics, and is verified by ASMBS/SAGES for bariatric endoscopy-bariatric endoscopy skill acquisition focused evaluation (BE-SAFE). Dr. Horsley is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Malnutrition, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy. Dr. Horsley is currently accepting new patients.

Vladan Obradovic, MD, is a general surgeon specializing in bariatric surgery. Dr. Obradovic performs a number of advanced and specialized weight loss surgery procedures, including biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch, advanced endoscopy, revisional bariatric surgery, foregut surgery, laparoscopic gastric band (or “lap band”), gastric bypass and gastric sleeve.|Dr. Obradovic has a clinical interest in minimally invasive and robotic surgery.|Dr. Obradovic earned his medical degree from the University of Belgrade School of Medicine in Belgrade, Serbia. He completed residencies in general surgery at the Belgrade School of Medicine, and Health Centre Krusevac in Krusevac, Serbia, and digestive system and hepatobiliary surgery at the University Clinical Center of Belgrade. He then completed general surgery residency and fellowship in bariatric surgery at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville and a certification in robotic assisted surgery at Intuitive Surgical Headquarters in Sunnyvale, CA.|A resident of Danville, Dr. Obradovic is committed to serving his community by giving the best care he possibly can. He was inspired to pursue a career in medicine by his father, who was a physician.|In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends and walking his dog. Dr. Obradovic is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Obesity, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy. Dr. Obradovic is currently accepting new patients.

Sophia Michailidis is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Michailidis is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Hypertension. Dr. Michailidis is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians/Hospice & Palliative - Family Medicine and American Board Of Obesity Medicine - Obesity Medicine. Dr. Michailidis is currently accepting new patients.

"Philosophy of care | I have always seen myself as a family physician because caring for the entire individual, in context of family and life just made sense to me. So, my philosophy of care has always been patient-centered, and focused on the relationships that I develop with my patients. This is the part that helps me feel happy and fulfilled. | Why I entered medicine | I was one of those people who knew from a very early age (age 7 as I recall) that I wanted to be a physician. I did not have family members in medicine, so I have decided that it was the positive influence of my family doctor that led me down this path. I double-checked along the way to make sure that my interests and passion were still aligned with medicine, but I have essentially ""never looked back""! | Community involvement | For many years prior to arriving at Lehigh Valley Health Network in 2012, I was very involved with a student-run free clinic in Newark, N.J. I hope to extend this interest and desire to serve this community by working with the health care professional students here at Lehigh Valley Health Network to provide services to the underserved. | Personal interests | My interests include exercising, gardening, antiquing and most outdoor activities. I am just starting to learn to play the piano!". Dr. Schroeder is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Schroeder is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine - Family Medicine. Dr. Schroeder is currently accepting new patients.

Anastassia Amaro is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Amaro is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Obesity in Children, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Amaro is board certified in Obesity Medicine, 2018 and Endocrinology, Diabetes, & Metabolism, 2008. Dr. Amaro is currently accepting new patients.

Zachary Ichter is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ichter is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Gallstones, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ichter is board certified in Surgery, 2017. Dr. Ichter is currently accepting new patients.

Ann Rogers is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rogers is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Rajesh Aggarwal is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Aggarwal is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

Prashanth Ramachandra is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Darby, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ramachandra is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Obesity, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ramachandra is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Ramachandra is currently accepting new patients.

Lisa Breslow is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in West Grove, Pennsylvania. Dr. Breslow is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS), and Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. Dr. Breslow is currently accepting new patients.

Justin Rosenberger, DO, is a bariatric and general surgeon with UPMC Central Pennsylvania Surgical Associates and is certified in general surgery by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery. He received his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his general surgery residency and bariatric surgery training at UPMC Community Osteopathic. Dr. Rosenberger’s professional interests include minimally invasive surgery and training general surgery residents. Dr. Rosenberger is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hernia Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Rosenberger is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Mahmud holds board certifications in endocrinology, obesity medicine and internal medicine. His clinical interests are neuroendocrinology (pituitary and adrenal disorders), obesity medicine, thyroid cancer and diabetes management.He is a part of the neuroendocrine unit, specializing in perioperative management of pituitary and skull base surgery patients. He also specializes in obesity medicine and participates in our clinic's medical weight loss programs. Dr. Mahmud is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric, Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency, Sheehan Syndrome, and Short Stature (Growth Disorders). Dr. Mahmud is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mahmud is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Kershaw is an Associate Professor of Medicine, the Endowed Chair of Obesity and Diabetes, and the Chief of the Division of Endocrinology. She is board certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism by the American Board of Internal Medicine, in Clinical Lipidology by the American Board of Clinical Lipidology, and in Obesity Medicine by the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Dr. Kershaw is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Lysosomal Acid Lipase Deficiency. Dr. Kershaw is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kershaw is currently accepting new patients.

Philosophy of care | Patients should have access to the best care we can provide. You deserve to understand your options, and I will provide information so you can make an informed decision. Patient care is collaborative and I will work with you to provide the best care possible. | Why I entered medicine | I grew up in a household filled with medicine. My father was a primary care clinician and my mother a nurse in the intensive care unit. The work they did intrigued and inspired me from a very young age. I chose surgery as my specialty as I knew I wanted to help patients with the latest procedures and technology. | Personal interests | I enjoy being outdoors and spending time with nature: hiking, kayaking and enjoying the beauty of the wonders around us. I also enjoy time with my family and loved ones. Dr. Thomas is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Ogilvie Syndrome, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Thomas is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) , and American Board Of Surgery - Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

David Rometo, MD, is board-certified in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism by the American Board of Internal Medicine in addition to obesity medicine by the American Board of Obesity Medicine. He practices at UPMC Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology and is affiliated with UPMC Jameson, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Wellsboro, UPMC Cole, UPMC Muncy, UPMC Williamsport, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. Dr. Rometo is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric, and Obesity in Children. Dr. Rometo is board certified in American Board Of Obesity Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rometo is currently accepting new patients.

Sann Mon, MD, specializes in endocrinology and is certified in internal medicine, obesity medicine, and endocrinology diabetes and metabolism by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is also certified by the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Mon practices at UPMC Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology and is affiliated with UPMC McKeesport and UPMC Mercy. She completed her medical degree at Institute of Medicine 1 in Myanmar, followed by residencies at Cleveland Clinic and Huron Road Hospital/DBA Stephanie Tubbs Medical Center, and a fellowship at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Mon is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric, and Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency. Dr. Mon is board certified in American Board Of Obesity Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mon is currently accepting new patients.

Maher El Chaar is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. El Chaar is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

Joseph Mcphee is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mcphee is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hypertension, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Mcphee is board certified in Surgery, 2004. Dr. Mcphee is currently accepting new patients.