Overview

Dr. Georgios Orthopoulos is a surgeon with 17 years of experience providing surgical care to patients. He specializes in general surgery, focusing on a wide range of surgical procedures and treatments. Dr. Orthopoulos practices at Baystate Medical Center, delivering comprehensive surgical services to the Springfield community. Dr. Orthopoulos completed his medical education at the University of Athens School of Health Sciences before pursuing his residency training at Boston Medical Center. He is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center and sees patients at Baystate General Surgery in Springfield, Massachusetts. In addition to English, he is fluent in Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population in the Springfield area.

Education

Medical School
University of Athens Medical School
2010

Residency
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine/Boston Medical Center
General Surgery Residency, 2015

St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center
General Surgery Residency, 2018

Fellowship
UMass Chan Medical School-Baystate
Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery, 2019

Certification

American Board of Surgery
Board Certified in General Surgery

Licensure

MA State Medical License
2018 – 2026

Membership

American College of Surgeons, Fellowship
Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons

NPI #

1174866024

Specialties

Dr. Georgios Orthopoulos specializes in bariatric surgery and the surgical treatment of obesity, including pediatric obesity. His expertise includes adjustable gastric banding and bariatric surgery, along with advanced gastrointestinal and abdominal procedures. He also performs colectomy, adrenalectomy, esophagogastric fundoplasty, duodenal polypectomy, tissue transfer, abdominoplasty, and procedures for abscesses, cysts, and skin and subcutaneous tissue conditions.

Bariatric Surgeries Performed

Dr. Georgios Orthopoulos performs bariatric procedures focused on helping patients manage obesity and achieve long-term weight loss. His weight loss services include adjustable gastric banding and bariatric surgery. His practice also offers procedures such as duodenal polypectomy and esophagogastric fundoplasty, along with treatment for both adult and pediatric obesity.

Years of Experience

15+ years

Languages Spoken

English, Spanish