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Prof. Dr. Manoel Galvao Neto

Prof. Dr. Manoel Galvao Neto

Obesity/Bariatric Surgery

37+

Years of Experience

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About Prof. Dr. Manoel Galvao Neto

Dr. Manoel Galvao Neto, MD, MSc, IFASMBS, FASGE is a world-renowned bariatric endoscopy expert, with strong roots at Mohak Bariatric and Robotic center, Indore. He is a Fellow of American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and brings world class expertise to one of the premier centres for weight loss surgery in India.

Professional Background

  • Designation at Mohak: Head of Bariatric Endoscopy / Clinical Director – Bariatric Endoscopy
  • Other Roles: Director of Bariatric Research, Orlando Health, USA; Professor of Gastroenterology & Surgery, Sri Aurobindo Institute of Medical Sciences (SAIMS), Indore; Scientific Director, IRCAD India; Director of Innovations, International Bariatric Club (IBC), Oxford, UK
  • Procedures: Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG), Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Intragastric Balloon, Revision/Conversion procedures

Innovations & Contributions

  • First in India: First ever Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) in India at Mohak Bariatric, Indore performed by co-operation with Dr. P. Singh and Dr. B. Singh.
  • Books Authored: Intragastric Balloon for Weight Management: A Practical Guide (Springer, 2020); Duodenal Switch and its Derivatives in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery (Springer, 2023).
  • Research: Efficiently published in leading journals such as Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Obesity Surgery and Surgical Endoscopy and participated in pioneering multicenter studies on the effectiveness of ESG.
  • Industry Collaboration: Proctor and consultant for Boston Scientific, Morphic and Keyron

Good to know

Speciality

• Obesity/Bariatric Surgery• General Surgery• Weight Loss Program

Language Spoken

• English• Portuguese

Awards

  • • Surgical Innovator Award
  • • Chairman, Bariatric Endoscopy Committee

Head of Bariatric Endoscopy

2012 - Present

Director of Bariatric Research

2019 - Present

Scientific Coordinator & Chief Endoscopist

2002 - Present

Assistant Professor of Surgery

1993 - 1998

All Procedures

Performed by Prof. Dr. Manoel Galvao Neto

Obesity/Bariatric Surgery

Obesity/Bariatric Surgery

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General Surgery

General Surgery

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Weight Loss Program

Weight Loss Program

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Prof. Dr. Manoel Galvao Neto

Prof. Dr. Manoel Galvao Neto

Manoel Galvao Neto has been practicing medicine since 2000, giving them over 25 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Endoscopic & Bariatric Surgeon and have built a focused career in endoscopic & bariatric surgeon, mohak bariatrics.

Prof. Dr. Manoel Galvao Neto

Prof. Dr. Manoel Galvao Neto

You can request a consultation with Manoel Galvao Neto through CureMeAbroad by submitting your details. Video consultations are available for international patients before travel through CureMeAbroad.

Prof. Dr. Manoel Galvao Neto

Prof. Dr. Manoel Galvao Neto

Bariatric surgery with Manoel Galvao Neto typically costs 50-70% less than equivalent procedures in the US or UK. The final price depends on the procedure type (sleeve, bypass, or mini bypass), length of hospital stay, and pre-surgical workup. CureMeAbroad can provide a detailed quote after reviewing your medical profile.

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