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Andrew G. Hargroder, MD16851 Jefferson Highway Suite 3B, Baton Rouge, LA 70817 map
Dr. Andrew Hargroder is a bariatric surgeon treating patients in Baton Rouge, LA and surrounding areas.
Andrew G. Hargroder, MD
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Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Andrew G. Hargroder is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Fax
(225) 819-0986
Address
16851 Jefferson Highway Suite 3B, Baton Rouge, LA 70817
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Office Details
Insurance Accepted
- Medicare
Bio
Dr. Andrew Hargroder is a bariatric surgeon specializing in surgical and non-surgical minimally-invasive weight loss. He has successfully performed approximately 4,000 weight loss surgery procedures and is the most experienced surgeon specializing in surgical weight loss methods in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana, area.
After receiving his Doctor of Medicine degree at Louisiana State University (LSU), Dr. Hargroder completed his surgery residency at LSU as well. He began a private practice in 1991 and became an active bariatric surgeon in 2002. Dr. Hargroder’s practice received a Surgery Center of Excellence designation, certified by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). Dr. Hargroder is a member of the local and national chapters of ASMBS, and also has been a bariatric surgery instructor for Ethicon since 2006.
Dr. Hargroder’s practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, specializing in both surgical and non-surgical weight loss options. He and his staff are dedicated to the long-term health of their patients and to providing a life-changing experience for them.
Specialties
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Bariatric Surgery
Patients struggling with obesity problems may see Dr. Hargroder for surgical and non-surgical bariatric procedures. Procedures commonly performed by a bariatric surgeon include gastric bypass surgery, adjustable gastric banding, and others designed to help patients lose weight. Dr. Hargroder may also utilize non-surgical treatment plans, such as controlling the patient's diet and exercise regimen.
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General Surgery
As a general surgeon in Louisiana, Dr. Hargroder performs a range of of surgeries and operations, usually focusing on areas and organs of the abdomen and their related organs. Dr. Hargroder may utilize invasive or minimally-invasive surgical techniques, with the latter reducing recovery time and stress on the patient's body.
Languages Spoken
- English
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