Minimal Invasive Surgeon, Advanced
Laparoscopy & Bariatrics
Dr. Ravi Rao is a pioneering bariatric surgeon with a remarkable record of success in weight-loss, general surgery, and revisional procedures. Dr. Rao leads our team and personally ensures that every patient at Perth Surgical & Bariatrics receives world-class treatment, safety and care.
In addition to specializing in various minimally-invasive bariatric procedures like the Sleeve gastrectomy, various gastric bypass procedures like the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, SIPS (SADI-S) Surgery etc and revisional bariatric surgical operations, Dr. Rao performs Abdominoplasty and Brachioplasty for his weight loss patients. Dr. Rao also performs laparoscopic general surgeries such as gall bladder surgery, all types of complex abdominal hernias, fundoplications or antireflux surgery.
Dr. Rao is a GESA accredited endoscopist and performs gastroscopy and colonoscopies.
Dr. Ravi Rao has been awarded “Surgeon of Excellence” for 2017-2020 by Surgical review corporation, USA. Dr. Rao has received the recognition for demonstrating an unparalleled commitment and ability to consistently deliver safe, effective, evidence-based care.
Fellow Royal Australasian college of Surgeons
Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery at Atlanta Medical Center, Georgia, USA
Certified Fellow of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
Post Graduate Fellowship in Bariatrics from Gosford, New South Wales
GESA accredited endoscopist
commendation for safe and high-quality surgical care, Dr. Ravi has demonstrated that he meets the requirements for delivery of high-quality perioperative and long term follow-up care for his patients.
treatment excellence, patient satisfaction, transparency and respect for patients.
Our exceptional services and customer care have been appreciated with the prestigious WhatClinic Patient Service Award 2022.
Tip from Obesity Coverage: ‘Not all bariatric surgeons perform every procedure. Ask your bariatric surgeon which procedures he or she performs and if he/she doesn’t perform a procedure, ask why.’
In addition to a full set of weight-loss surgeries, Dr. Rao’s repertoire includes general surgical procedures such as :
Surgeries
Surgery for reducing flabby arms
Gastronomy, Colonoscopy, etc
Reflux Disease
Tummy Tuck
Surgeries
We at Surgical Review Corporation congratulate Dr. Ravi Rao, recently announced as a Surgeon of Excellence for 2017-2020 in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery by the Surgical Review Corporation.
As a Surgeon of Excellence, Ravi has demonstrated that he meets the requirements for delivery of high-quality perioperative and long-term follow-up care for his patients and recognizes his commitment to effective and safe, patient-centered care.
Ravi’s practice, Perth Surgical Bariatrics, is based at St John of God Mount Lawley Hospital, where he provides minimally invasive advanced laparoscopy and bariatrics.
He has a formal Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopy and Bariatrics through the Fellow Council of the United States of America, the following study at the Atlanta Medical Centre in Georgia.
Ravi was mentored by the renowned Dr. Titus Duncan, MD, FACS in minimally invasive general and weight loss surgery. His bariatric scope of practice includes laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and various types of gastric bypass and revision surgeries. He has pioneered the SIPS (SADI-S) procedure in WA and so far his patients have had good and safe results.
“I am pleased to be recognized as a Surgeon of Excellence,” says Ravi.
“Earning this signifies my commitment to consistently delivering safe and high-quality care to our bariatric surgery patients.”
“I work closely with each and every patient to assess their needs, tailoring my approach to their individual circumstances.”
Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) is an independent, non-profit organization governed by industry stakeholders and dedicated to advancing the safety, efficacy, and efficiency of surgical care worldwide. Initially focused on bariatric and metabolic surgery, SRC has emerged as a leading administrator of Centre of Excellence and Surgeon of Excellence programs for surgical specialties. The organization manages programs on behalf of top medical societies around the world, setting a global standard of excellence.
Comparative Analysis of Hemostasis and Staple-Line Integrity between Medtronic Tri-StapleTM with Preloaded Buttress Material and the AEONTM Stapler in Bariatric Surgery
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11189025/
Four-year Nutritional Outcomes in SADI-S Patients: An Australian Experience
Obesity Surgery (2023) https://doi.org/10.1007/s11695-023-06461-1
Laparoscopic SADI-S: Surgical Technique, Obesity Surgery 30
4684–4686 (2020)es4684–4686 (2020)volume 30, pages4684–
Early Outcomes of Primary SADI-S: An Australian Experience Obes Surg
Laparoscopic Transcystic Common Bile Duct Exploration
Rao RS, Webber L, Fletcher D, Ballal M. at 81st Annual Scientific Congress, RACS
Kuala Lumpur May 2012
Endoscopic Total Thyroidectomy
Rao RS, Duncan TD In JSLS / PMID: 20202393
2009 Oct- Dec 13(4) : 522-7
Botulinum toxin for treatment of non-neurog enic bladders in children – a case series
Rao RS, Barker AB In BJU International. Vol. 97 Issue S1 Page 23-23
March 2006
Management of Blunt Abdominal Trauma
A prospective 2year Study between 1995-1997, A Dissertation In Partial fulfillment for the Award of Diplomate of National Board, General Surgery, accepted by The National Board of Examinations
2009 Oct- Dec 13(4) : 522-7
Botulinum toxin for treatment of non-neurog enic bladders in children – a case series
At Royal Australasian College of Urology Conference
Brisbane March 2006
Botox and Paediatric Incontinence
At International conference of Paediatric Surgeons
Bangalore India, October 2005
Epidemiology of Vascular Trauma
AIn Western Australia – 10 year study
Brisbane March 2006
Endoscopic Total Thyroidectomy
Rao RS, Webber L, Fletcher D, Ballal M. at 81st Annual Scientific Congress, RACS
India, September 1998
Award Paper
At Association of Surgeons India
Karnataka Chapter, India, July 1997
Management of pleomorphic adenomas – superficial parotidectomies
A Case Series, AWARD PAPER , Indian Association Of Surgeons Conference
India, March 1996
At Appendicectomy – Laparoscopic or open
At Continuing Medical education, National Surgical conference, KIMS
Bangalore India, July 1995
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