Overview

Dr. Prashanth Ramachandra, MB Bs is a bariatric surgery specialist in Darby, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Armed Forces Medical College, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences in 1989. He is affiliated with Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Education

Medical School
Armed Forces Medical College, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
1989

Residency
Christiana Hospital
General Surgery Residency

Fellowship
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals

Certification

American Board of Surgery
Board Certified in General Surgery

Licensure

PA State Medical License
1999 – 2026

TN State Medical License
2002 – 2005

Membership

American College of Surgeons

NPI #

1477537876

Specialties

Dr. Prashanth Ramachandra specializes in bariatric surgery and surgical weight loss treatment for patients with obesity. His expertise includes sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable gastric banding, gastric bypass surgery, gastrectomy, and other gastric restrictive procedures. He also performs esophagomyotomy, gastrotomy, hemigastrectomy, and open gastric bypass surgery, providing a range of surgical options based on each patient’s individual needs.

Bariatric Surgeries Performed

Dr. Ramachandra performs a comprehensive range of bariatric procedures to help patients achieve significant and lasting weight loss. His surgical options include sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable gastric banding, gastric bypass surgery, open gastric bypass surgery, gastrectomy, hemigastrectomy, and gastric restrictive procedures involving partial gastrectomy or jejunojejunostomy. These procedures are primarily used to treat obesity and support long-term weight management.

Years of Experience

35+ years