Bariatric Surgery becoming popular in India: Dr. Praveen Rajb

Bariatric Surgery becoming popular in India: Dr. Praveen Raj

Bariatric Surgery refers to laparoscopic surgery performed in stomach/intestines or both for the treatment of obesity and resolution of its associated diseases like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, menstrual problems etc. It has now proved to be a treatment modality for treatment of uncontrolled diabetes and patients dependant on insulin. 

With this advancement, diabetes cure is now possible, although not every diabetic requires a surgery. This is possible by change in the hormones in the intestines which enables the insulin produced by the pancreas work more efficiently. Even in patients with poor control of diabetes with the background of insulin therapy, the surgery will be successful in controlling sugar levels. Hence, this can also be called diabetes cure surgery.

Addressing the Media, Dr. Praveen Raj said, “With India having the third largest population with obesity and second of diabetes in the world, bariatric surgery is a boon to help a large percentage of these patients. Bariatric surgeries are now being performed in increasing numbers in India and South India and Gem Obesity & Diabetes Surgery centre, unit of Gem Hospital & Research Centre leads the way in establishing the highest standards. In fact, they are the only centre recognized as an International Centre of Excellence in this specialty by the Surgical Review Corporation, USA for meeting established standards in par with Centers of Excellence in the world.”

From L to R: Dr. P. Praveen Raj, Lead Consultant, Dept. Of Bariatric Surgery & Dr. C. Palanivelu , Chairman, Gem Hospital, Coimbatore addressing the Media

Talking about its impact on Diabetes, Dr. Praveen Raj elaborated, “Recent research shows weight loss surgery, or bariatric surgery, may be a safe treatment option for individuals who are mildly obese or overweight and suffering from uncontrolled diabetes. Previous studies have shown that weight-loss surgery improves type 2 diabetes in nearly 90 percent of patients. Bariatric surgery is associated with long-term survival and improved quality of life in patients with obesity and type 2 diabetes. Weight-loss surgery is often considered a treatment for people who are severely obese – those who have a body mass index, or BMI, or 35 or more.”

Added benefits of bariatric surgery

In general, the benefits of the surgery go beyond weight loss:

•         Long-term remission for type 2 diabetes

•         Improved cardiovascular health

•         Relief of depression

•         Eliminate obstructive sleep apnea

•         Joint pain relief

•         Improve fertility

•         Alleviate other medical conditions

If considering bariatric surgery, it is better to speak with your physician. It’s important to choose a facility with wide experience.

LAPAROFIT 2015

The 7th edition of  LAPAROFIT 2015, the International Conference and Live Workshop in Bariatric Surgery will be held at Chennai, Nov 20 & 21 2015 at Hotel Westin, Velachery. This is organized by Gem Hospital & Research Centre, Coimbatore. This edition has also been titled as the ASIAN SUMMIT.

Thiru Venkaiah Naidu, Honourable Minister for Urban Development,Government of India , will be Inaugurating the Conference. This congress also includes a session on “Bariatric Surgery as a life saving procedure” where medical professionals and celebrities would share their experience of having undergone a bariatric surgery. More than 300 surgeons from India and Asia Pacific are expected to attend.

GEM hospital, (www.gemhospital.co.in)

Gem Hospital& Research Centre is the leading Laparoscopic Surgical Centre in our country having performed the largest numbers of laparoscopic surgeries in India.Gem Hospital & Research Centre is also the largest training centre for laparoscopy in India having trained more than 2500 surgeons and more than 175 bariatric surgeons .This Congress is planned as an initiative to establish standard guidelines to enable bariatric surgeons to follow a established protocol.

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For more information, kindly contact: Dr. Praveen Raj, Lead Consultant, Gem Hospital and Research Centre, 88702 00200;praveenraj@me.com. # 45, Pankaja Mill Road,  Ramanathapuram,  Coimbatore - 641 045 Ph.: 0422 - 2325105     Fax : 0422-2320879     E-mail : cp@gemhospital.net     Website : www.gemhospitalindia.com / Mrs. Parul Bhatt, Director, Prism PR, 98410 14925, psbhatt62@gmail.com

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