Michael H. Wood Bariatric Surgeon M.D.,F.A.C.S.
BACKGROUND
16 yr in Bariatrics
20 yr in Laparoscopic Surgery
5 yr in Laparoscopic Bariatrics
100% Practice is Bariatrics
Min Age of Patient is 18
Max Age of Patient is 65
PERFORMS
Adjustable Gastric Band
ASSOCIATED WITH
16 yr in Bariatrics
20 yr in Laparoscopic Surgery
5 yr in Laparoscopic Bariatrics
100% Practice is Bariatrics
Min Age of Patient is 18
Max Age of Patient is 65
Years of Experience
- 16
- 20
- 5
Practice Details
- Clinical
- Sometimes
- Only in selected cases is the gallbladder removed. The presence of gallstones increases the chance for removal of the gallbladder.
Procedures Performed
| Method | Currently Performing | Total Surgeries | Lap-to-Open Conversions | Avg. Currently Done Per Week | Years Experience With This Type | Average O.R. Stay Time | Average Hospital Stay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LAP-BAND |
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| Laparoscopic |
|
700 | 0 | |||||
Roux-en-Y |
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| Open |
|
1500 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |||
| Laparoscopic |
|
800 | 8 | 120 | 2 | |||
Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy |
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| Laparoscopic |
|
120 | ||||||
Other Clinical Experience
Dr. Wood is also performing Robotic Bariatric surgery for the Roux-en-Y and Sleeve Gastrectomy procedures.
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