Find the best bariatric surgeons in Phoenix, Arizona.

As of 2022, the city of Phoenix had an estimated population of 1,644,409, with a median household income of $72,092. 14.6% of Phoenix's residents are in poverty. Out of all residents under the age of 65, 16.5% do not have health insurance coverage.

Reportedly, 36.6% of Arizona residents are overweight, while 31.3% are obese.

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Dr. Sumeet A. Kadakia, M.D.

3367 South Mercy Road, Gilbert, AZ

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Sumeet Kadakia grew up in Redondo Beach, California and completed his high-school education in Manhattan Beach. From there he went on to receive Bachelors of Science degrees in biology and chemistry from the University of California, Irvine. He then attended Georgetown University where he received his Master of Science in physiology and ultimately received his medical education at the New York Medical College before returning to the west coast. His residency training at the Phoenix Integrated Surgical Residency brought him to the sunny state of Arizona. During residency he was awarded the honor of administrative chief surgical resident as well as surgery house officer of the year by the University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix campus students.

Dr. Kunam S. Reddy, M.D.

13400 E. Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Kunam S. Reddy is a general surgeon in Scottsdale, Arizona and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Mayo Clinic-Arizona and Phoenix Children's Hospital. He received his medical degree from Guntur Medical College NTR and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Kunam S. Reddy has expertise in treating kidney transplant, among other conditions.

Dr. Michelle C. Nguyen, M.D.

13400 E. Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Michelle C. Nguyen is a general surgeon in Scottsdale, Arizona and is affiliated with Mayo Clinic-Arizona. She received her medical degree from University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine and has been in practice between 11-20 years. Dr. Michelle C. Nguyen has expertise in treating kidney transplant

Dr. Tonia Young-Fadok, M.D.

5777 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Tonia Young-Fadok is a colon and rectal surgeon in Phoenix, Arizona and is affiliated with Mayo Clinic-Arizona. She received her medical degree from Oxford University Medical School and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Tonia Young-Fadok has expertise in treating colonoscopy, surgical removal of colon, among other conditions

Dr. Robert Marouk, M.D.

3920 S Alma School Rd Ste 1 Chandler, AZ 85248

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Robert Marouk, MD is a cosmetic, plastic & reconstructive surgery specialist in Chandler, AZ and has over 29 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1994.  

Dr. Gabriel Nakhal, M.D.

16601 N 40th St Ste 204 Phoenix, AZ 85032

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Gabriel Nakhal, MD is a general surgery specialist in Phoenix, AZ. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center and Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center.

Dr. Sumeet K. Mittal, M.D.

Norton Thoracic Institute 500 W Thomas Rd Ste 500 Phoenix, AZ 85013

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Sumeet Mittal, MD is a general surgery specialist in Phoenix, AZ and has over 21 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Creighton University in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center and Chandler Regional Medical Center.

Dr. Robin Blackstone, M.D.

1441 N 12th St Fl 2 Phoenix, AZ 85006

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Robin Blackstone, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Phoenix, AZ and has 36 years experience. They graduated from University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix. At present, Dr. Blackstone received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 50 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Blackstone is board certified in General Surgery.

Dr.Alexa Roth, M.D.

Surgical Specialists 777 Hospital Way Suite 201 Pocatello, ID 83201

Bariatric Surgeon
Alexa Roth, MD is a board certified bariatric surgeon. She completed medical school at the University of California Los Angeles, finished her surgical residency at the University of Arizona, and completed her fellowship at Fresno Heart and Surgical hospital in Fresno, California. Alexa chose to pursue medicine because she loves science and interacting with people, and this career has allowed her to do both.

Dr. Jason Wiseman, M.D.

Dignity Health Cancer Institute at St. Joseph's 625 N 6th St, Phoenix, AZ, 85004

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Jason Wiseman, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Phoenix, AZ and has over 12 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS / WORCESTER CAMPUS in 2011. He is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center. His office is not accepting new patients.

Dr. Rita Hadley, M.D.

2945 South Dobson Road,Mesa, AZ 85202

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Rita Hadley obtained a PhD in neurophysiology from the University of Iowa where she studied the mechanisms of pain. Dr Hadley is very interested in how people feel pain and how it can best be managed. Because of her research and her ongoing clinical advancements in pain control, she travels the country to educate physicians on how to optimize pain management after surgery while minimizing narcotic use. After her PhD, Dr. Hadley went to medical school at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio and became a surgeon. She was in practice in the Dayton area for 13 years before her move to Phoenix, AZ in June 2015. She manages the surgical aspect of abdominal and breast diseases, as well as hernias, skin lumps and bumps, and tumors.  

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Phoenix, Arizona Weight Loss Surgery

Below is our curated list of the best bariatric surgeons in Phoenix, Arizona. Additionally, you may consider shifting your search to Tucson, Arizona.

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Education

We only pick surgeons with the proper education and accreditation.

Experience

Extensive experience in general surgery and laparoscopic bariatric surgery are a must.

Empathy

We only choose surgeons with the professionalism and empathy to help guide patients through their weight loss journey.

Bariatric Surgery FAQs

Excessive physical exercise should be avoided during the recovery period, which typically lasts between 2-6 weeks. It is important to get approval from your doctor before beginning any workout regiment.

While bariatric surgery can be expensive, the exact cost will depend on a variety of factors such as insurance coverage and the exact procedure involved. For more information about the cost of bariatric surgery in Phoenix, Arizona, click here.