Best Bariatric Surgeons in Canada

Dr. Charles Quoc Huynh, DO is a family medicine specialist in Venice, CA and has over 28 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Western University of Health Sciences in 1995. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

After receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Life Science from McMaster University in 1999, Dr. Jackson attended medical school at McMaster. Upon completion, he entered the McMaster post-graduate training program in General Surgery. Dr. Jackson became a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in 2009, and was certified by the American Board of Surgery in 2010. In 2006, he attended Harvard University and received a Master of Public Health degree in Quantitative Methods. Currently, his research interests are in surgical quality improvement and surgical outcomes. In 2010, he completed the Harvard Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. His clinical focus is in bariatric and gastrointestinal tract surgery. Dr. Jackson is a member of the Division of General Surgery at University Health Network based at Toronto Western Hospital. He is an Associate Professor of Surgery within the Faculty of Medicine at University of Toronto.

Dr. Gmora, founder of The Sleeve Clinic, is one of the highest rated double board-certified bariatric surgeons in Ontario. As a bariatric surgeon at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, the lead Bariatric Centre of Excellence (BCOE) in Ontario handling the highest volume and most complex cases of weight loss surgery in Canada, Dr. Gmora has performed thousands of advanced bariatric cases including sleeve, gastrectomy, gastric bypass, duodenal switch and complex revisional procedures.

Dr. Ninh T. Nguyen is a board-certified UCI Health surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive gastroesophageal surgery and bariatric surgery. He pioneered the development of laparoscopic esophagectomy and gastrectomy for the treatment of esophagogastric pathology and laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass for the treatment of morbid obesity.  

Ekua Yorke is a highly qualified and experienced bariatric surgeon practicing at Richmond Hospital in Vancouver, Canada. She is passionate about helping patients achieve their weight loss goals and improve their overall health and well-being. Dr. Yorke is known for her compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.

Dr. Sharadh Sampath is a board-certified general and bariatric surgeon based in Vancouver, Canada. He is known for his expertise in minimally invasive laparoscopic bariatric surgery, including: Gastric Sleeve Gastrectomy, Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Gastric Banding, Duodenal Switch. Dr. Sampath is passionate about helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss and improve their overall health. He believes in a comprehensive approach to care, focusing on pre-operative education, support, and long-term follow-up.

Dr. Justin S. Chang is an orthopaedic surgeon at Humber River Hospital, specializing in adult hip and knee replacement and sports medicine. He has a special interest in robotic-assisted total knee replacement, partial knee replacement, complex knee revision, direct anterior total hip replacement, and knee arthroscopy & ligament reconstruction. Dr. Chang received his medical degree (MBBS) from St. George’s, University of London in the United Kingdom. He then completed residency training in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Toronto and became a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC).

Dr. Ali Zentner is a leading Canadian physician specializing in obesity medicine and bariatric surgery. She is a vocal advocate for weight-inclusive healthcare and combats weight bias in medicine. Recognized for her innovative approach, she established the multidisciplinary Revolution Medical Clinic, solely focused on obesity management within the public system.

Dr. Bittman is a General Internist with additional training and experience in management of obesity, high blood pressure and cardiovascular risk management. He completed medical school and internal medicine residency at the University of British Columbia. Jesse dedicated his final two year of training to gain extra experience in obesity hypertension, and cardiovascular risk management; studying both in Vancouver and Toronto. In addition to a strong clinical background, Dr. Bittman is currently involved in research focused on improving patient experience in hypertension care. He is particularly interested in assessing the impact of aggressive lifestyle on cardiovascular risk in people with atrial fibrillation. Jesse brings a kindness to medicine that is needed now more than ever. His intelligence and compassion are evident in every interaction. He is passionate about disease prevention - a true empathetic force in his field and one of its brightest new stars. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Bittman enjoys cooking, traveling and binge watching 22 minute sitcoms.

Dr. Michel Gagner is a highly accomplished bariatric surgeon renowned for his pioneering work in minimally invasive surgery. With a Diploma in Sciences and an M.D. from the Faculté de Médecine de l'Université de Sherbrooke, he completed surgical training at McGill University, specializing in hepatic and pancreaticobiliary surgery. Dr. Gagner's career includes professorships at prestigious institutions such as Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Weill Medical College of Cornell University. He is recognized for groundbreaking procedures, including laparoscopic adrenalectomy and transgastric cholecystectomy. With over 300 publications and extensive international experience, Dr. Gagner continues to lead advancements in bariatric and upper digestive tract surgery.

Dr. Almutlaq completed her General Surgery Residency, followed by a Minimally Invasive Bariatric Surgery Fellowship at McGill University. At the start of her career, she worked at numerous hospitals, including the Jewish General Hospital and Centre Hospitalier de l’Université de Montreal (CHUM). She is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) and a member of multiple national and international associations, including the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO). Since joining the team at Clinique Michel Gagner, she has used her outstanding surgical skills to help countless individuals with their weight loss journey through bariatric surgery and minimally invasive procedures, particularly through the use of innovative techniques such as swallowable gastric balloons, of which she is the sole provider in Quebec. Dr. Almutlaq continues to push boundaries and embrace medical innovation to help patients to achieve everlasting results.

Dr. Amin Andalib is a highly qualified and experienced bariatric surgeon based in Montreal, Canada. He is committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to patients struggling with obesity. He emphasizes minimally invasive techniques and focuses on achieving optimal patient outcomes.

Dr. Olivier Court is a highly qualified and experienced bariatric surgeon based in Canada. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree from McGill University in 1995 and went on to complete his residency in General Surgery in Manitoba. He received his certification in General Surgery from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in 2001. Dr. Court further pursued specialization with a fellowship in Critical Care Medicine (RCPSC certification in 2003), followed by another fellowship in Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery in Washington, DC. This extensive training equipped him with exceptional skills in minimally invasive approaches to weight loss surgery.

Upon completing his Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry at the University of British Columbia, Dr. Simon Chow was accepted to the prestigious University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine to pursue his M.D. degree. Thereafter, he completed his residency for General Surgery at McGill University. During this time, he was accepted into the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada’s Clinician Investigator Program. Dr. Chow joined Weight Loss Surgery in 2015 and is a “NON-PARTICIPATING PHYSICIAN” within the meaning of the health act (section L.R.Q., c. A-29 of the Health Insurance Act of Quebec). Dr. Chow offers sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and revisional bariatric surgery, such as conversion of adjustable gastric band to sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass. He also offers general surgery procedures including laparoscopic cholecystectomies (gallbladder removal), and abdominal wall/inguinal hernia repairs.

Dr. Christou obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from McGill University in 1971, his Doctorate in Medicine and Surgery in 1975, and his Doctorate in Philosophy (Surgical Infections) in 1978. He completed his surgical training at McGill in 1980 and was appointed Assistant Professor of Surgery at McGill University, and Attending Staff Surgeon Royal Victoria Hospital in 1981. He rose through the academic ranks at McGill and became Professor of Surgery in 1991.