Melissa Matrisch Bariatric Surgeon MD

Dr. Melissa Matrisch, Bariatric Surgeon Melissa Matrisch, MD, FACS is an experienced and dedicated general and bariatric surgeon practicing at Blessing Bariatric Institutei n Quincy, Illinois. She graduated Magna cum laude from Millikin University with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biology Minor. She earned her medical degree at Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed her internship and residency at East Tennessee State University. She accomplished a mini-fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Center for Advanced Skills Training in Bariatric Surgery, under the supervision of Dr. Philip Schauer, and received further specialized training including Intuitive da Vinci Robotic training, EndoGastric Solutions Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication training, and more. Dr. Matrisch currently serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Missouri School of Medicine. Board-certified American Board of General Surgery (ABS), Dr. Matrisch is a member of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons (ASMBS), the American College of Surgery (ACS), a Fellow of the American College of Surgery (FACS), an Associate Fellow of the  Missouri State Medical Association (MSMA). She is the recipient of many awards and honors including the Carl and Lucile Weatherbee Chemistry Award, Millikin University, and has authored publications and presented on cutting-edge topics such as Robotic Hernia Surgery. Weight Loss Surgery with Dr. Matrisch My secret to having a good relationship with my patients is to listen to and be available for them. I also spend a great deal of time educating my patients. I try to ensure that patients are well informed before choosing to undergo surgery.-Dr. Matrisch Dr. Matrisch shares that the most rewarding aspect of caring for her patients is seeing their improvement after weight loss surgery. Her patients know her as being very caring, informative, and knowledgeable. She is patient and attentive and is dedicated to providing exceptional care for patients by being an active listener and a committed educator. She chose to go into medicine to be able to make a difference in the lives of others. Specializing in minimally invasive and robotic surgery, Dr. Matrisch operates with the highest of standards and with a focus on patient safety. She loves being in the operating room and skilly performs the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG), Roux-en-y (RNY), Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS), and bariatric surgery revisions. Bariatric Surgery with Dr. Matrisch in Quincy, Illinois Experience The Blessing Difference At Blessing Bariatric Institute, you will find a warm and friendly atmosphere and a team dedicated to walking side by side with you on your weight loss journey. Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight does not have to be an individual struggle. With Dr. Bonnani,you’ll have plenty of support from him along the way and all of the professional support services available. Managing health is a lifelong process. Weight loss surgery may be the next step in your weight loss journey. Are you ready to commit to a lifestyle change? Our program begins with two steps, an overview video of the Blessing Bariatric Institute program, and our Patient Health History Form.  Please contact our office for more information.

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