Dr. Patel is a nationally recognized, fellowship-trained, minimally invasive surgeon. His practice specializes in both advanced and basic laparoscopic (minimally invasive) procedures. The primary focus of the practice is minimally invasive weight loss procedures. The practice delivers outcomes which exceed national averages of weight-management success due to a commitment to surgical expertise, compassionate care, and exemplary pre- and post-surgery consultative services.

• Dr. Patel is nationally recognized for his surgical expertise and has experience in over 1000 weight loss procedures.
• Associate Director of Bariatric, Surgery and Clinical Asst. Professional (Dept. of Surgery), University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio
• Invited guest editor, Medical Clinics of North America; former guest editor, Surgical Clinics of North America.
• Chosen by peers as a "2006 Top Doc" (bariatric surgery) in poll of San Antonio doctors conducted by Scene in SA, a regional San Antonio magazine.
• Member of the Advisory Board for ObesityHelp.com, a Web site offering hope and help for people struggling with obesity.
• Author of over 25 peer-reviewed articles in surgical journals. Our practice now features a comprehensive weight-loss program with both surgical and non-surgical options. We are conveniently located in San Antonio and throughout South Texas.

Contact Dr. Nilesh Patel at Texas Bariatric Specialists today to schedule a Free Evaluation for weight loss surgery...