John V Bagnato

Bariatric Surgeon
Rating: 5 out of 5 with 8 ratings

John V Bagnato Bariatric Surgeon M.D.,F.A.C.S.

  • About Me
    Dr. V. John Bagnato has been a general surgeon in Albany, Georgia since 1998. He performed his first LAP-BAND® surgery in 2002 and has provided this bariatric surgery to hundreds of patients. Dr. V. John Bagnato received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Mississippi in 1978. Four years later, he earned his medical degree (MD) from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. He completed his surgical residency at University Hospital, in Jackson, Mississippi, in 1987, and has been a board certified surgeon since 1988. While Dr. Bagnato was completing his residency, advances in minimally invasive surgical techniques using miniaturized cameras and instruments were being developed. Dr. Bagnato quickly saw the advantages, which include reduced post-operative pain, faster recovery, much smaller incisions, and less scarring that these procedures offered patients. Dr. Bagnato’s career is filled with many firsts related to the development and use of these specialized surgical scopes. In 1989, Dr. Bagnato performed the first laparoscopic gallbladder surgery in Mississippi, well before the majority of surgeons were aware of the new procedure. He was the first surgeon in the world to remove a portion of lung using thoracoscopy and the endo GIA stapler device. Additionally, Dr. Bagnato was among the first surgeons to perform laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication (a procedure used to treat acid reflux and repair a hiatal hernia) and laparoscopic removal of gallstones lodged in the main bile duct.  
    LAP-BAND ASMBS
  • Latest Reviews See all 8 reviews
    avatar pattyp on Sept. 6, 2010

    Dr Bagnato and his staff are wonderful. I felt that I was in very good hands. The aftercare is exceptional, the ladies are always very professional and take time with you. I never felt rushed through any of this journey. The surgical competence and bedside More...

    avatar kkapow03 on June 19, 2010

    This doctor is very impressive. He really is knowledgable about the Lap-Band System, and takes the time to explain everything to you, including the procedure, the risks, and the benefits. His office staff is very friendly and caring. They helped me with the insurance requisites More...

    avatar ddyal on Nov. 12, 2009

    I have not actually visited the office yet. My appt is on 23 of Nov. but the phone conversations have been wonderful! They are so helpful in answering any questions I have had and giving suggestions of things to do to help prepare myself for More...

  • Location
    Albany, GA 31701
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