Bariatric Surgeons: Why are they different?

Did you know that General Surgeons are able to perform Bariatric Surgery?

South Texas Surgeons of San Antonio consists of several surgeons who perform bariatric surgery, but what qualifies a surgeon to be a bariatric specialist? When deciding on a Bariatric Clinic or surgeon you should look for a clinic or a surgeon with specialized qualifications in this area. Many general surgeons are able to perform bariatric surgery, but are they qualified to do the procedure?

A bariatric surgeon is a general surgeon with specialized training in bariatrics. This type of surgeon has continued education in the specialty of gastroenterology (the digestive system) which includes all aspects of diagnosis and treatment of the digestive system. To be a certified Bariatric Surgeon, they must complete a fellowship in this specialty and have performed a minimum of 200 bariatric surgeries or have at least five years experience in the specialty.

The surgeon you choose should not just be interested in the procedure itself, but should assist you in life-time maintenance of your weight loss. South Texas Surgeons in San Antonio can help you in your quest to get healthy and maintain true weight loss, contact us today either by calling 866-463-5499 or register for a seminar.