Ravindra Mailapur Bariatric Surgeon M.D.,F.A.C.S.

I began my journey December 2011. I had my lap band surgery April 16, 2012. I had my first "fill" 2 days ago and am still on liquids. Dr. Mailapur has told me all along "this is only a tool to help - you must do the work by eating right and exercising". I was told the average loss was 1 -2 pounds per week. I am 15 weeks and 5 days post op and have lost 24 pounds. I have not weighed this since November 2008. I think without Dr. Mailapur's help and this "tool" I would not be where I am today!

My surgeon was absolutely surperb. No surprises with him or his team. I was well informed before, during and after my surgery. Great bedside manner and he has an outstanding support team available at anytime. I am very satisfied with my results/procedure. If you are considering this I would highly recommend Dr. Mailapur. Thank to you I have been given the tools to succeed, and a new beginning......V

Dr. Mailapur is awesome! He is so kind and caring and his office staff is the greatest. They walked me through the insurance process and when I was initially denied Dr. Mailapur personally called them and asked them why. After his call they approved my surgery!!

He removed my old lap-band and did the Vertical Sleeve. I also had a permanent colostomy which caused my surgery to be a very tricky surgery. He explained to me the risks involved but I knew the benefits outweighed the risks. He was awesome...I had the surgery with no complications. He made me stay in the hospital an extra day to keep an eye on me since I was his first sleeve patient that had a colostomy.

He is very kind, patient and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him!

I like to be told what is expected and what to expect up front. As with most people, I like a kind bedside manner and supportive demeanor. Dr. Mailapur is very upfront and factual and very supportive and kind. He understands your concerns and helps you understand what is going to happen and what you can expect. I am three months post op and have lost a total of 80 pounds. You will be pleased with the staff and with the doctor. They are proud of your struggles and champions your progress. I had no doubts going in and none since, that RNY was the right choice for me. You will hear use the tool I have given you wisely many times, you will feel good and make good progress if you follow the rules and guidelines you are given with this new chance to live a healthier life. I have gone from 15 ot 16 types of medication for diabetes and high bloodpressure to 0, that is right zero. This is living, I feel like I eat to live more that living to eat.

If you are looking for an amazing, professional Bariatric surgeon, Doctor Ravindra Mailapur is the one! Along with his staff, Jessica and Madilyn - my surgery was an absolute blessing! I strongly recommend everyone whose is considering this surgery consider Dr. Mailapur as your surgeon! He is a GREAT choice. Along with his office staff, his nurse coordinator Angi is amazing as well. Dr. Mailapur approaches all of his patients with amazing bedside manners! He will educate and help answer each question you may have about the surgery(s) you are interested in! He will provide a tool for weight loss and give you all the knowledge you need - to be successful overall with this surgery!He is very patient with his patients, yet very blunt and honest about all aspects of the process! He wants all of his patients to be successful in their weight loss. Dr. Mailapur takes his time with all of his patients to make sure they are fully aware of the procedure pre op and post op and what to expect during the hospital stay! Dr. Mailapur is very professional in everything he does! He is very open of how your procedure went and what to look forward to - post op following his plan! My surgery was the 18th of June and I have had absolutely NO complications- everything has been amazing. Each visit the Doctor has ensured me - the decision I have made was the best one and I would see tremendous results - & he was right! Jessica Martinez is an absolute blessing along w/ Madilyn! Dr. Mailapur’s entire staff has been so kinda and polite! They want to make sure they are supportive and helpful to ensure you will be successful in your weight loss journey!

Dr. Ravindra Mailapur - Hands DOWN is the absolute best CHOICE I have ever made in performing my 1st surgery! He is an absolute blessing to me and I will forever be greatful!! :) I

My first impression of Dr. Mailapur was that he was straight forward in letting you know what you are getting into with the surgery. He wanted to make sure he answered any questions that you have to make a good decision on what you was about to undertake and go through with the surgery. His staff was very helpful every time that I called and answered questions that I needed.
I had a difficult surgery due to Dr. Mailapur had to undo a previous surgery for GERD and take part of my stomach. He was able to do it by laposcopic and I had to stay in the hospital for 4 days. His surgical competence was excellent and his bedside manner was great. He really cared about my well being and getting well.
I would rate him with 5 stars. I know why his patients and the hospital staff talk so good about him. Thank goodness there are some good Surgeous who really care about their patients.

i had the best experience with Dr. Mailapur! He is extremely informative and makes sure you know what you are getting into. I have never met a surgeon that took the time out to hold seminars to answer questions for you. He is extremely thorough!! His staff is more than helpful. Jessica is a God sent when it comes to handling insurance companies. I had my surgery 1/16/12 and have lost 40 lbs since. I had issues with pain in my esphogus while eating food but i calle dr. m's office and next thing i know they had an appointment set up for me with a colleage of dr.m's to get my esphogus stretched. no problems since! whenever you call their office dr.m is right there with answers and speaks to you himself! the only regret with the whole experience is not knowing about dr.m sooner!! i would have done this last year! i highly highly recommend dr. m! he allowed me to have my life back by doing the surgery and also by giving me the information that is needed to go hand in hand with this tool!!! thanks a million dr.m!

Dr. Mailapur and his staff are AMAZING. They let you know upfront everything you need to do to be successful. Go to him if you are serious and want the best care. His office staff is wonderful. Jessica is so great. She never let me give up during my pre op diet and approval process. Last visit with Dr. Mailapur had me extra excited for surgery. The morning of my surgery he came in and put me at ease. I knew everything would be alright. I haven't had one regret! Dr. Mailapur and his staff are highly recommended by me.

My first impression of Dr. Mailapur was he is very upfront but nice he just wants you to understand the risks and the pro & cons of this surgery. My impression did change before surgery he is nice but serious about what he does he wants to make sure you understand what you are getting into. His office staff rocks they are always willing to help and they have always been nice to me.I did not have anything that I disliked about him. If you are looking for an awesome and caring Dr for your surgery Dr Mailapur is your guy. He is very thorough with explaining aftercare and your diet he will go over it a lot but just to make sure you don't have any questions and that you understand everything up front. He structured before and after care he works with 2 awesome ladies at Huntsville Hospital the dietitian and nurse coordinator these ladies gets thumbs up from me you can contact them before and after care if you have any questions. He was very thorough about what could happen during and after surgery in very great detail and also gives out a great manuals that answers a lot of questions you may have and he gives you time to ask questions. Overall, Dr. Mailapur is awesome he is very caring understanding and upfront (no sugar coating it and I loved him for this). His bedside manner and surgical competence is great. He gets all thumbs up from me.

If you live in North Alabama and are looking for an exceptional bariatric surgeon, I strongly recommend you consider Dr. Mailapur as your surgeon of choice. There are alternative surgeons but you will not find a more qualified, caring surgeon than Dr. Mailapur. The bariatric program at Huntsville Hospital is certified as a Bariatric Center of Excellence and consists of Dr. Mailapur, his front office staff, his bariatric nurse/coordinate (Angi), and outside professionals who specialize in nutrition and psychology. Dr. Mailapur uses a holistic approach in educating and guiding each patient through the surgery process including seminars, support groups, one-on-one appointments and after-care that are all part of a bigger plan to help the patient be successful in their weight loss objectives. There are even former Dr. Mailapur patients that make up a hospital support group that come visit each bariatric surgery patient after surgery to help answer questions. From all the interaction with Dr. Mailapur and his staff, I knew exactly what was going to happen throughout the process, including surgery and post-op challenges. Dr. Mailapur takes his time with you and fully explains the procedure and answers any question you may have in a most professional way. Everything happened EXACTLY as was explained to me and I experienced a fast, pain free surgery with absolutely no complications. Angi Achenbach (Bariatric Nurse and Bariatric Coordinator) is a phenomenal resource throughout the process available to patients and is a big part of making sure patient questions are answered, setting up support groups and seminars, and is always available to help resolve issues or answer questions. Dr. Mailapur’s front office staff really sets his practice apart from any other alternative. Jessica Martinez is a guru at insurance and making sure that all the steps required to be completed before surgery are done correctly. Dr. Mailapur’s entire team is helpful and dedicated to making sure you will be successful in your weight loss journey.

In summary, if you are considering bariatric surgery and live near Huntsville Alabama, I strongly recommend you consider Dr. Mailapur and his team at Madison Surgical Associates.