Dr. Rajeev Vohra, Bariatric Surgeon
Rajeev Vohra, MD, FACS is the founder of New York Bariatrics & Laparoscopy, PC, one of the longest-running comprehensive bariatric centers serving the Long Island community. He is also the Director of Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery at South Nassau Communities Hospital in New York since 2001. He earned his medical degree from Maulana Azad Medical College in New Delhi, India. He completed his general surgery residency and advanced laparoscopic training at New York University Medical Center, known for their evidence-based clinical care.
Dr. Vohra is fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and a member of the American Medical Association (AMA), the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), the American Board of Surgery (ABS), and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES). Dr. Vohra has also served an academic appointment as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at Mount Sinai School of Medicine.
Bariatric Surgery in New York with Dr. Rajeev Vohra
This is a transformation, it’s a rebirth, you just gave them their lives back. This is now the first day of the rest of their life, their new lives. Things which we all take for granted are certainly now within their reach. I love what I do, I really truly love what I do. It is the most rewarding aspect of my career. - Dr. Rajeev Vohra
Dr. Vohra’s many years of experience and specialized training in the field of bariatric surgery have led him to be known as a highly regarded surgeon and pioneer in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery. He is dedicated to excellence in patient care and to the long-term weight loss success for each and every patient. With precision and care, Dr. Rajeev Vohra performs the Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass, Adjustable Gastric Banding, and weight loss surgery revisions. He also routinely performs advanced laparoscopic procedures such as anti-reflux procedures, hernia repairs, gallbladder removal, colon resection, and upper endoscopy diagnostic procedures.
Surgeries are performed at the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute at South Nassau Communities Hospital, an award-winning comprehensive center led by Dr. Vohra and accredited by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP).
Weight Loss Surgery on Long Island with Dr. Vohra
Trusted and loved by Long Island bariatric patients, Dr. Rajeev Vohra and the New York Bariatrics & Laparoscopy team is dedicated to the medical needs and weight loss goals of the communities of Nassau, Suffolk, and the tri-state metro area. If you’re ready to take the next step and would like more information on weight loss surgery with Dr. Vohra, please join us for a free informational seminar. At the seminar, we’ll discuss the different types of bariatric surgeries, the benefits and risks, and details on qualifying for surgery.
Please call us at 516-374-8631 if you have any questions or need help registering for a seminar. Our entire team is here to help guide you to a happier and healthier new life!