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

What was your first impression of him/her?
I liked him, very forthright.

How did your impression change over time?
No.

How would you describe his/her office staff?
Professional.

What did you like least about him/her?
No complaints

How much does he/she emphasize aftercare?
It is to the upmost importance.

Does he/she have a structured aftercare program?
They are in with the hospital, they encourage the group setting

How did he/she address the risks of surgery?
I was told many times the dangers/risks.

How would you rate him/her overall?
I think Dr. Mailapur saved my life.

Which is better, surgical competence, bedside manner, or are both great?
Surgical competence but both are great.

Everything about my weight loss experience with Dr. Mailapur was positive. His seminar was thorough and informative and his staff well prepared. This session and subsequent appt with him were important in validating my decision. He says from the start that surgery is a tool to help reach your goal--he can provide the tool but success depends on the patient. My insurance required that I work on diet with my family doctor for 6 mos. During that time I attended support group mtgs. Participants had only good things to say about Dr. Mailapur. I find him to be an excellent and dedicated surgeon, who is professional and compassionate. It is now 4 mo after surgery; I am extremely pleased with how things have gone. Dr. Mailapur insists that you exercise, take supplements, balance calories with required protein intake, & always call if you have questions. I would recommend Dr. Mailapur and his team to anyone contemplating weight loss surgery. If your experience is like mine, it will be one of the best decisions you ever make.

I had been contemplating gastric bypass for sometime but hadn’t taken any initial steps in starting the process then I heard about Dr. Mailapur’s seminar. At the seminar it didn’t take me long to realize that he was the perfect choice for me. You could tell by the way he spoke he has such a caring demeanor and that he truly wanted to help.
He took every precaution necessary to see that all went well with my surgery and through his expertise and guidance I have obtained my goal weight in slightly over one year. He is very honest and gifted and I would highly recommend him to anyone.
My advice would be to listen to everything he tells you because he knows what it will take to get you where you want to go! His staff and the Huntsville Hospital were fantastic and I now have a new fresh outlook on life and also a whole new wardrobe :-)
Thank you Dr Mailapur for having the gift and the skills to help those of us in need.

I started my journey with going to Dr. Mailapur's seminar. I had also went to another surgeons seminar but I was more impressed with Dr. Mailapur and his obvious passion about helping people become healthier. I could tell that he does not take this lightly and does not expect his patients to either. He makes sure they are completely informed about the procedure. He even makes you take a test before he does the procedure to make sure you know what you need to before he operates on you. He truly does care from the very beginning about his patients and their well-being. To the best of my knowledge he has not lost any patients either, which impressed me. In my opinion he is not only a very competent surgeon, but has a great bedside manner.

I was so nervous when I met Dr. Mailapur the first time. I had heard so many wonderful things about him, to me, it was like meeting a celebrity. He and his staff were so thorough, from the beginning, with the information needed to make the decision to have weight loss surgery. A few minutes before my surgery, Dr. Mailapur asked if I had any questions he could answer for me. This was like the forth time he asked me this. How impressive!rnrnNow, six months after surgery, he still asks me the same question. I've never had any questions to ask because this is how wonderful Dr. Mailapur and his staff are in keeping the patients informed. rnrnDr. Mailapur did a wonderful job with my surgery, and I have no regrets, at all, about having my weight loss surgery. To put it simply, Dr. Mailapur is awesome!

Dr. Mailapur was a wonderful caring surgeon. Although he is strict and cautious it is for your own health benefit. He honestly cares about his patients. He explains all the risks involved, and also his aftercare program. He explains to you what he can do to help you, but, it is all up to you how you use the tool he gave you. rnrnHis bedside manner was just as good as his surgical competence. I did a lot of research before deciding on a surgeon. Future patients should know that Dr. Mailapur is a great surgeon, but expects you to do as he instructs you to. rnrnHis staff really works hard to get your surgery approved. It took 7 months for me to complete all insurance requirments. They helped with every aspect of the process. rnrnWhat I liked least about about Dr. Mailapur was all the requirments he expected from you.rnI had to lose 25 to 30 pounds, have a colonoscopy, mammagram, heart work up, psych evaluation, and nutition class. All of which were for my own benefit.rnrnI would highly recommend Dr. Mailapur. He is a very highly trained professtional, that wants to give patients their lives back.

Dr. Mailapur is a very caring surgeon. He says he has a passion for helping people change their lives and I believe him. The hospital staff and other doctors are very complimentary of him as a professional. He made me feel comfortable from day one. He is very adamant about the surgery being only a tool to assist in shedding the pounds. I have no question about what my role is in the process. Dr. Mailapur has the surgical competence and a great bedside manner. I couldn't have asked for better care. His office staff is very knowledgeable, especially Jessica. rnThe recommended support group through Huntsville Hospital is excellent!

On my first meeting with Dr. Mailapur at one of his required seminars, I instantly liked and trusted him. He was very upfront about the surgeries he offered including their risks and downsides. At my first in office meeting, he was very kind and understanding but also very adhement that he wanted this to work for me as much as I did. At all subsequent appointments, he has always shown interest in whether I was happy with my results and with him. And I am very happy with him. I am so glad that I chose him for my surgeon. He has treated me very well and has shown me that he is proud of what I accomplished. Dr. Mailapur is dedicated to ensuring that he has a long term relationship with his patients. I feel that his support gives me yet another reason to try so that I don't disappoint him. I highly recommend him to anyone considering weight loss surgery.

Dr. Mailapur was the second Dr. I met with to explore weight loss surgery. I did not have a good feeling about the first doctor. My immediate impression of Dr. Mailapur and his staff (at his excellent seminar) was that they were very professional and well organized. In my first one-on-one with the Dr he made it clear that he had strict requirements that had to be met, but he and his staff provided all the help and guidance needed to meet them. Dr. Mailapur is a very warm and caring person who clearly wants the best for his patients. He is an excellent surgeon. I've had no complications at all from my RNY even though I had existing scar tissue that he had to work around. This was partially because I've followed his guide book - which was given to me up front - but I believe it is mostly because he is such a good surgeon. I did not even need the pain pump in the hospital. He is a strong supporter of support groups, self-education, and exercise. I really cannot think of anything negative to say about Dr. Mailapur or his staff. I am so thankful that I found him.

When I first met Dr.Mailapur I was impressed with his demeanor and how he came across. He truly is a physician that cares about his patients and thier outcomes. Dr. Mailapur and his staff also impressed me by the educational side of the surgical procedure that I had chosen. He is very serious about what he does and wants to make sure that his patients fully understand the lifestyle changes that come with having a gastric bypass. The way he has got his bariatric care set-up is phenomenal. The nutritionists really understand the dietary needs of the gastric bypass patients and do an excellent job in helping them. Plus, the supports groups that are set-up really help those that are still struggling and those that just not sure about having the procedure. I have already reccommended Dr. Mailapur to at least 3 people and I will continue to do so. He is an excellent surgeon that truly cares about his patients.