Gastric Bypass Surgeons in London

	Mr Sanjay Agrawal (M) MBBS MS FRCSEd FRCSGlasg FRCS(Gen Surg) Speciality: * General surgery * Weight-loss surgery Clinical Interests Obesity surgery - laparoscopic gastric bypass, gastric  band and sleeve gastrectomy.  Laparoscopic hernia repairs, laparoscopic cholecystectomy for gallstones, laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD)/heartburn and advanced laparoscopic surgery. Main NHS Hospital Homerton University Hospital NHS Trust Appointments Tel: 020 8936 1201 Fax: 020 8502 9735 Email: sanju_agrawal@hotmail.com Website http://www.londonweightlosscentre.co.uk
	Mr Yashwant Koak (M) MS FRCS(Eng) FRCS(Gen) MDCH Speciality: * General surgery * Weight-loss surgery Clinical Interests General surgery, laparoscopic surgery, upper GI surgery, bariatric surgery, single port surgery, endoscopy, medical hypnosis. Main NHS Hospital Homerton University Hospital Appointments Tel: 020 8936 1201 Fax: 020 8502 9735 Email: yashwantkoak@hotmail.com

Treatment for Obesity in London

Our weight loss surgeons in London specialize in the surgical treatment of obesity. If you or someone you know in the London area is struggling with clinical obesity and health related conditions, we can help! The weight loss doctors listed in this site specialize in obesity and weight loss surgery as well as long-term patient management to help you take control of your obesity and regain your health.

With a highly trained team of surgeons, nurses, nutritionists, exercise therapists and psychologists, Weight Loss Surgery Specialists are able to provide patients with a safe and effective weight-loss surgery, comprehensive pre- and post-operative education and ongoing post-op care.

Obesity in London

The prevalence of obesity in London -- defined as having a Body Mass Index of 30 or more -- is estimated by state officials at more than one in three. In the metro London region, more than 65% of the population is overweight (BMI of 25 and up).  One out of two children is overweight and Type 2 Diabetes is striking kids as early as age eight.

Obesity Statistics

• In 2007 nearly 66 percent of adults were overweight or obese

• In 2007, 32 percent of high-school students were overweight or obese

• 300,000 die every year of complications associated with obesity

• Average weight has risen from 166 lb. in 1962 to 191 lb. in 2001

• Life expectancy for an obese person is 58 years, but 78 years for non-obese

• Childhood obesity increased by 230% over the past 25 years

• 62% of the population is overweight

• 5.1% of the population suffers from morbid obesity

Gastric Bypass Surgery

We all know that the best way to lose weight is through a healthy diet and regular exercise. But if you're among the millions of people who have tried everything and still can't lose the excess weight, then weight loss surgery may be an option for you.

Gastric bypass surgery, which changes the anatomy of your digestive system to limit the amount of food you can eat and digest, is the most popular bariatric surgery in the UK. Most surgeons prefer this procedure because it's safer and has fewer complications than other weight-loss surgeries. It can provide long-term, consistent weight loss if accompanied with ongoing lifestyle changes.

Mission of London Gastric Bypass Surgeons

• Provide state-of-the art, minimally invasive surgical options for all our patients

• Establish gastric bypass surgery as a true specialty which requires specialized training and a multi-disciplinary team approach

• Provide compassion, superior outcomes and warm, personal attention to our patients