Melissa B. Bagloo, MD

What are some of the specific conditions you treat?

Morbid obesity, metabolic syndrome, hiatal hernias, paraesophageal hernias, GERD (reflux), incisional hernias,  ventral hernias, inguinal hernias, bowel obstructions, gallbladder disease.

Procedures offered: minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, laparoscopic gastric bypass, laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy,  laparoscopic adjustable gastric band placement, revisional bariatric surgery, laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repair, laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair, laparoscopic nissen fundoplication, incisional/ventral hernia repair,  inguinal hernia repair, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, small bowel surgery.

Describe some of your professional highlights.

My practice focuses on the surgical treatment of obesity, metabolic syndrome, and diabetes.  I also have a special interest in the surgical management of hiatal hernias, GERD and paraesophageal hernias.  I believe in the application of minimally invasive surgery approaches to address surgical disease and allow for decreased hospital stays, less post-operative pain, and improved recovery.

What would you like patients to know about your approach to care?

I believe attention to detail and meticulous patient care leads to optimal patient outcomes.  Patient satisfaction and a team based approach in developing a personalized plan of care for each patient are priorities for each of our patients.