Overview

Dr. Bhavani Pokala, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Centerville, OH. She is affiliated with Miami Valley Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

Education

Medical School
University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine
2015

Residency
University of Nebraska Medical Center
General Surgery Residency, 2021

Fellowship
Indiana University School of Medicine
Minimally Invasive/Bariatric Surgery, 2022

Certification

American Board of Surgery
Board Certified in General Surgery

American Board of Obesity Medicine
Board Certified in Obesity Medicine

Licensure

NE State Medical License
2018 – 2024

IN State Medical License
2021 – 2027

OH State Medical License
2024 – 2026

TN State Medical License
2024 – 2027

Membership

American College of Surgeons
Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

NPI #

1356723225

Specialties

Dr. Bhavani Pokala specializes in bariatric surgery and surgical weight loss, with expertise in minimally invasive procedures for the treatment of obesity. Her surgical experience includes laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery, sleeve gastrectomy, gastrotomy, and laparotomy. She also treats obesity and conditions such as Barrett’s esophagus.

Bariatric Surgeries Performed

Dr. Pokala performs a range of bariatric procedures designed to support significant and sustainable weight loss. Her bariatric expertise includes laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery, sleeve gastrectomy, and other weight loss surgery procedures. She provides surgical treatment for obesity with an approach tailored to each patient’s individual needs and health goals.