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Dr. Ricard Corcelles

Dr. Ricard Corcelles

Obesity/Bariatric Surgery

16+

Years of Experience

About Dr. Ricard Corcelles


Dr. Ricard Corcelles, MD, PhD, is a recognized international bariatric and metabolic surgeon at Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH with more than 25 years of experience in weight loss and minimally invasive surgery. He is considered as one of the leading experts in complex and revisional bariatric surgery.

  • Professional Background

    • Years of Practice: 25+ years
    • Affiliations with Hospitals: Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio.
    • Pre-2021: Consultant Physician, Metabolic and bariatric surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Abu Dhabi, UAE
    • Procedures Performed: Sleeve gastrectomy, Gastric by-pass, Duodenal switch, SADI-S, Revisional bariatric surgery, Robotic surgery (da Vinci system), minimally invasive, and endoscopic surgery.
    • Accreditations: "Expert Surgeon in Bariatric Surgery" by the Spanish Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (SECO); "Surgeon of Excellence" in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery (IFSO)
    • Honorary Member: Societies of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery in Argentina and Mexico
  • Innovations and Contributions

    • 120+ peer-reviewed publications (cited 2,200+ times) and reviewer in leading journals such as British Journal of Surgery, Obesity Surgery and Surgical Endoscopy Presented at over 100 local, national and international conferences as an invited speaker
    • Actively involved in research on revisional bariatric surgery, sleeve gastrectomy procedures and endoscopic surgical innovations

With a special interest in the global marketplace, Dr. Corcelles' medical practice, training and credentials are of the highest international caliber, providing world-class bariatric expertise to patients from around the world visiting Cleveland Clinic.

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Speciality

Obesity/Bariatric SurgeryGeneral SurgeryLaparoscopic Surgery

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Obesity/Bariatric Surgery

Obesity/Bariatric Surgery

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General Surgery

General Surgery

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Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic Surgery

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Dr. Ricard Corcelles

Dr. Ricard Corcelles

Ricard Corcelles has been practicing medicine since 2010, giving them over 15 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Bariatric Surgeon and have built a focused career in bariatric surgeon, cleveland clinic.

Dr. Ricard Corcelles

Dr. Ricard Corcelles

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

Dr. Ricard Corcelles

Dr. Ricard Corcelles

Bariatric surgery with Ricard Corcelles 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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