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Dr. Naga U.K. Thatimatla
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Dr. Naga Thatimatla is a general and Bariatric surgeon with fellowship in advanced Laparoscipic and Robotic Surgery practicing in Dade City,Zephyrhills FL. Dr. Thatimatla specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, appendix, gallbladder, and often colon and small bowel. As a Bariatric surgeon, Dr. Thatimatla's performs all kinds of Bariatric procedures including primary and revision procedures. The other areas of interests for Dr. Thatimatla are anti-reflux procedures and all kinds of primary and recurrent Hernias.
12 years
Experience
Dr. Naga U.K. Thatimatla
- Dade City, FL
- St Louis University
- Accepting new patients
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Can gallstones be fixed with medication?
There is a chance with medications but need to be used for 4-6 months. On the other hand surgery is simple most of the times and most commonly done procedure in field of general READ MORE
There is a chance with medications but need to be used for 4-6 months. On the other hand surgery is simple most of the times and most commonly done procedure in field of general surgery
Can GERD be treated with surgery?
If you have a hiatal hernia and the medications start to show lesser effect, surgery is an option for GERD. Potentially you can be off the medication after the surgery
Can local anesthesia be done for inguinal hernia surgery?
It can be done under local anesthesia and open technique. Usually considered in high-risk surgical candidates. But doing it under general anesthesia with laparoscopic or robotic READ MORE
It can be done under local anesthesia and open technique. Usually considered in high-risk surgical candidates. But doing it under general anesthesia with laparoscopic or robotic technique helps in early recovery and better pain control post-operation.
Plan B & surgery?
Usually birth control pills are discouraged around bariatric surgery as it increases the risk of blood clots. 6 weeks out from surgery should be okay to take plan B pills as long READ MORE
Usually birth control pills are discouraged around bariatric surgery as it increases the risk of blood clots. 6 weeks out from surgery should be okay to take plan B pills as long as your ambulating is back to normal.
What kind of anesthesia is used for colorectal surgery?
General anesthesia
How long do you have pain after gastric bypass surgery?
If a multimodal peri operative pain control is employed with TAP block usually patient is discharged home next day with non narcotic pain medications
Do you get pain meds after a colonoscopy?
No need if no complications.
How long do you need pain medications after hernia surgery?
If done by laparoscopic or robotic technique patient is discharged home with narcotics for 3 days
Should I be concerned about my stomach pain?
Looks like you may have a gall bladder pathology. Seek appointment with a general surgeon. If symptoms recur visit an urgent care so they can work up your gall bladder with an READ MORE
Looks like you may have a gall bladder pathology. Seek appointment with a general surgeon. If symptoms recur visit an urgent care so they can work up your gall bladder with an ultrasound and lab work
How serious is abdominal hernia surgery?
Depends on the size of the hernia, how many times it’s repaired before, and how it is approached. Small hernia occurring for the first time is least invasive and a large recurrent READ MORE
Depends on the size of the hernia, how many times it’s repaired before, and how it is approached. Small hernia occurring for the first time is least invasive and a large recurrent hernia which requires an open approach is the most invasive.
Can you remove gallstones without removing the gallbladder?
The usual practice is removal of the entire gall bladder along with the stones as it is easier that way and does not need any change or modifications in lifestyle even after the READ MORE
The usual practice is removal of the entire gall bladder along with the stones as it is easier that way and does not need any change or modifications in lifestyle even after the gall bladder is removed
How painful is gastric sleeve surgery?
If it is approached with multimodal pain control with TAP block (type of local anesthesia to abdominal wall), usually patient is sent home with NSAIDs the next day after surgery READ MORE
If it is approached with multimodal pain control with TAP block (type of local anesthesia to abdominal wall), usually patient is sent home with NSAIDs the next day after surgery without any narcotics. Patients are usually ready to go back to work in a week.
Is gastroscopy done with general anesthesia?
It usually needs just IV sedation and takes 5-10 minutes. Pt is wide awake in 10-15 minutes after the procedure.
How long does it take to recover from laparoscopic colon polyp surgery?
Around 3-5 days stay in the hospital and 1-2 weeks return to work
When can I go swimming I had my appendix out 2 weeks ago?
If it was done laparoscopic way with small incisions should be ready in 2 weeks provided there is no problem with wound healing
How long does it take to heal from abdominal hernia surgery?
Varies widely based on the approach. Laparoscopic approach results in shorter stay or even outpatient versus open approach requiring longer stay and longer recovery. Recovery for READ MORE
Varies widely based on the approach. Laparoscopic approach results in shorter stay or even outpatient versus open approach requiring longer stay and longer recovery. Recovery for laparoscopic approach is usually a week with light duty return for a first time primary hernia.
What are the best foods to eat after gallbladder surgery?
No real restrictions for my patients after gallbladder surgery. Any kind of food they used to eat before surgery is okay after surgery in moderation.
What is the best position to sleep after hiatal hernia surgery?
On your back for the first few weeks (usually 4). Later, no restrictions.
Do small gallstones require treatment?
Only if you have symptoms from it which are typically pain on right upper abdomen, nausea, and vomiting after a fat predominant meal or a fried meal.
