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Dr. Demetri J. Merianos, MD is a pediatric surgeon in New York, NY specializing in pediatric surgery, pediatrics (child & adolescent medicine), thoracic surgery, pediatric cardiothoracic surgery and general surgery. He graduated from UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School in 2004 and has 21 years of experience. Dr. Demetri J. Merianos, MD is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian, Weill Cornell Medicine and Pediatric Surgery and Pediatric Trauma-Brooklyn.
Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.
During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.
The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.
Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.
Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)
Bariatric or weight-loss surgery is a surgical procedure performed to help significantly obese patients lose weight when more traditional methods, such as dieting and exercise, have not helped. Depending on the type, these surgeries change the gastrointestinal tract to limit how much food can be eaten and also change how food is absorbed by the body. Of the various bariatric surgeries available, the most common is gastric bypass.
By far the most common of the gastric bypass surgeries is called Roux-en-Y. During this surgery, part of the stomach and small intestine are detached from the gastrointestinal tract, in order to make the tract smaller. The surgeon divides the stomach into two parts. The working stomach, at the end of the esophagus, is now tiny - only the size of a walnut. This makes patients feel full after eating a small amount of food. Then the small intestine is also divided, and after bypassing a section of the small intestine to reduce food absorption, the intestine is attached to the small stomach pouch. The patient now has a working stomach and intestine like before, only much smaller.
Because gastric bypass is used to treat extreme obesity, it can reduce the risk of some of the problems associated with obesity. Gastric bypass can help treat or reduce the risk for such conditions as heart disease, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and type 2 diabetes. However, it is a major surgery and also carries risks itself. Any surgery can lead to infection, bleeding, or blood clots, and weight loss surgery in particular carries risks of leaks in the gastrointestinal system, malnutrition, bowel obstructions, and vomiting.
Typically patients are considered candidates for gastric bypass surgery if they have a BMI greater than 40, or sometimes if they have a BMI between 35 and 40 but are suffering from obesity-related illnesses such as diabetes. The outlook is generally good, with most patients losing between 50-75% of their excess weight in 1-2 years. However, patients must follow strict diet guidelines so that the stomach can heal, starting with no food at all, then followed by a liquid diet for some time. For many severely obese patients who have tried strict diets before without success, gastric bypass surgery is the tool that allows them to finally achieve their weight loss and health goals.
Dr. Demetri J. Merianos, MD graduated from UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School in 2004. He completed residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery American Board of Surgery (Pediatric Surgery) and has a state license in New York.
Medical School: UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School (2004)
Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Board Certification: American Board of Surgery American Board of Surgery (Pediatric Surgery)
Licensed In: New York
Dr. Demetri J. Merianos, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Demetri J. Merianos, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: GHI, Health Insurance Plan of NY (HIP), United Healthcare, Oxford Health Plans, Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield Healthplus, Aetna - NYP, EmblemHealth, WellCare, United Healthcare Empire Plan, Aetna, United Healthcare Compass, Affinity Health Plan, Medicare, Medicaid, Cigna, Fidelis Care, Healthfirst, Anthem, Mediblue (Senior), EPO, Aetna Weill Cornell Employee Managed Care Plan, VNSNY CHOICE, EPO/POS, WorldWide Medical, Aetna-NYP, Liberty, HMO, Aetna Weill Cornell Employee PPO Plan, Amida Care, Blue Access, Blue Connection, Rockefeller University - Trustmark, PPO, CBP, Community Plan, Freedom, Metro/Core/Charter and CHP.
According to our sources, Dr. Demetri J. Merianos, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Demetri J. Merianos, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Demetri J. Merianos, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in New York, NY.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Demetri J. Merianos, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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CoolSeal Generator $104 |
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Dr. Demetri Merianos sees patients in Brooklyn, NY and New York, NY. His medical specialties are pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat), general surgery, and pediatric cardiothoracic surgery. Clinical interests for Dr. Merianos include pectus excavatum (sunken chest), inflammatory bowel disease, and vascular malformations. His average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). He accepts United Healthcare Compass, Anthem, and Health Insurance Plan of New York (HIP), in addition to other insurance carriers. Dr. Merianos is a graduate of UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School. He completed his residency training at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He has received professional recognition including the following: New York Super Doctor - Rising Star; Governor s Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service, State of North Carolina; and National Merit Scholarship. Dr. Merianos (or staff) speaks the following languages: Spanish and Greek. He is professionally affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine. According to Yext, he is currently accepting new patients at his office in New York, NY.
