- Arthritis
- Medical Weight LossDr. Andrew Hargroder is a bariatric surgeon specializing in surgical and non-surgical minimally-invasive weight loss. He has successfully performed approximately 4,000 weight loss surgery procedures and is the most experienced surgeon specializing in surgical weight loss methods in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana, area.
- Primary Care
- Diarrhea
- Pneumonia
- Pregnancy
- Labor and DeliveryComplications of pregnancy: Risks of obesity during pregnancy are associated with increased risk of death in both the baby and the mother and increases the risk of maternal high blood pressure by 10 times. Women who are obese during pregnancy are more likely to have gestational diabetes and problems with labor and delivery. Infants born are more likely to be high birth weight and, therefore, may face a higher rate of Cesarean section delivery and low blood sugar (which can be associated with brain damage and seizures). Risks of obesity during pregnancy brings an increased risk of birth defects, particularly neural tube defects, such as spina bifida. Pre-menopausal women suffering from morbid obesity often experience disruptions of the menstrual cycle, including interruption of the menstrual cycle, abnormal menstrual flow and increased pain associated with the menstrual cycle.
- Internal MedicineMulti-disciplinary: Team approach to evaluation and treatment of clinically severe obesity; includes surgical, internal medicine, nutrition, psychiatric, and exercise physiology assessment and treatment
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Diabetes Care
- HypothyroidismWeight loss surgery is not a cure for eating disorders. And there are medical conditions, such as hypothyroidism, that can also cause weight gain. That’s why it is important that you work with your doctor to make sure you do not have a condition that should be treated with medication and/or counseling.
- General Surgery
- Minimally Invasive SurgeryThe Minimal incision approach falls within the category of minimally invasive surgery, as does Laparoscopic surgery. Both approaches minimize the incision length and thus reduce trauma and thus minimizes recovery time and postoperative pain. In minimal incision bariatric surgery, the same operation is accomplished as with traditional open surgery, however the incision size is greatly reduced, and are on the order of about 4 inches or 10 cm. The total length of the multiple small incisions used for laparoscopy and the length of the single small incision used for minimal incision surgery are about the same, and therefore the amount of pain and recovery time from both approaches are comparable.
- OtolaryngologyAmerican Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – The AAFPRS is the member society of facial plastic surgeons certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology, which is recognized by the AMA. These surgeons specialize in procedures involving the head and neck. This site also provides procedure information, a doctor locator, and information about the association.
- Laparoscopy
- Reconstructive SurgeryAmerican Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – This link Includes general information for procedures involving the head and neck. Additionally, this includes FAQs, a glossary of medical terms, and before and after photos.
- Plastic SurgeryThe American Society of Plastic Surgeons – The ASPS is the member society of plastic surgeons certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, which is recognized by the AMA. This web site has been designed to provide a variety of information about plastic surgery, from news on the latest advances and techniques to details of specific surgical procedures, including how to prepare for surgery after gastroplasty surgery, the types of anesthesia used and how long recovery takes. Look for answers to the most frequently asked questions about plastic surgery and statistics, including the average costs of various procedures.
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Cosmetic SurgeryAmerican Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons – This organization is also comprised of physicians certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons who specialize in cosmetic surgery of the face and body. This site contains a variety of information on cosmetic procedures, news publications on latest advances and studies in cosmetic surgery, as well as a doctor locator. Additionally, this site enables visitors to send questions to ASAPS surgeons and often posts quizzes for individuals interested in cosmetic surgery or solutions after gastroplasty surgery.
- Bariatric SurgeryAfter receiving his Doctor of Medicine degree at Louisiana State University (LSU), Dr. Hargroder completed his surgery residency at LSU as well. He began a private practice in 1991 and became an active bariatric surgeon in 2002. Dr. Hargroder’s practice received a Surgery Center of Excellence designation, certified by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). Dr. Hargroder is a member of the local and national chapters of ASMBS, and also has been a bariatric surgery instructor for Ethicon since 2006.
- UlcerPossible late complications related to this surgery could include peptic ulcer; intestinal obstruction due to adhesions; vitamin deficiencies or anemia from insufficient absorption of iron or vitamins, low blood proteins from malabsorption, resulting in fluid retention; a hernia in the abdominal incision; temporary hair thinning due to changes in protein metabolism. Specific diet, physical activity, vitamin supplements, and medications may be recommended.
- Burns
- Back Pain