Doctor Merriman Bariatric Surgeon 71104

Name: George R. Merriman II, MD
Last name: Merriman
Gender: male
Began aesthetic medicine in: 1992
Years experience: 31
Primary Specialty: Bariatric Surgeon
Business: Surgical Specialists – Freedom From Obesity – Body Sculpt Shreveport
Address: 949 Olive St.
City: Shreveport
State: Louisiana
Zip Code: 71104
Country: US
Statement: Dr. Merriman offers a kind and compassionate approach and provides each of his patients with the tools they need for success after their procedures. He is Board Certified in General and Bariatric Surgery and has over 25 years of experience. He performs robotic and advanced laparoscopic procedures in Bariatric and General surgery.
Consulting Fees: -1$
Has Sponsored Offer : No
Clinical Privileges: 
  • Christus Highland Hospital, Willis-Knighton Health Systems – North
Education: 
  • Undergraduate: BS, Chemistry, Southern Methodist University, 1983
  • Medical: MD, University of Alabama Hospitals, 1992
Postdoc Training: 
  • Residency: Surgery, University of Alabama Hospitals, Birmingham, AL, 1992
GPS coordinates on map: 32.5142,-93.74780273

George R. Merriman II, MD

Primary location: 
Location name: Shreveport
State: LA
Country: US
Map point: 32.5142,-93.74780273
Treatments: 
  • Botox
  • Emsculpt
  • Exilis
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Gastric Sleeve Surgery
  • Juvederm
  • Lap Band
  • Umbilical Hernia Repair
  • Vanquish
  • Volbella
  • Vollure
  • Voluma

RealSelf Info

Awards: 
  • Medical Director, Christus Highland Bariatric Center of Excellent, 2010 – Present
Rating: 5.0
Profile views: 2612
Answer count: 19
Review count: 28
5 star count: 3
Total star count: 3
Star rating: 2.9365390298238
Profile created: May 12, 2015
Profile modified: Jan 2, 2023
Profile promotion: Yes
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Free
Tier: Pro
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Bariatric Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery
RealSelf’s PRO: No
Doctor Designation Start Time: Mar 8, 2017
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • Shreveport, LA, US. GPS coordinates: 32.5142,-93.74780273

Latest ratings of treatments

  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Jun 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Jun 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Lap Band (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Mar 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Vanquish (Jun 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Oct 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Sep 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Gastric Bypass (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Lap Band (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Feb 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Lumpectomy (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Sep 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Sep 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Jan 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Gastric Balloon (May 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Lap Band (Feb 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Lap Band (Feb 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Lap Band (Feb 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Jan 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5

Latest Prices

Sleeve Gastrectomy Prices

  • $1000 – Mar 5, 2021
  • $1546 – Mar 17, 2020 – Shreveport, LA
  • $500 – May 11, 2020
  • $125 – Feb 11, 2020
  • $1000 – Mar 5, 2021
  • $1000 – Mar 5, 2021
  • $500 – May 11, 2020
  • $1546 – Mar 17, 2020 – Shreveport, LA
  • $500 – May 11, 2020
  • $500 – May 11, 2020
  • $500 – May 11, 2020
  • $1546 – Mar 17, 2020
  • $1546 – Mar 17, 2020
  • $1546 – Mar 17, 2020
  • $125 – Feb 11, 2020
  • $125 – Feb 11, 2020
  • $15000 – Mar 15, 2016 – Shreveport, LA

Vanquish Prices

  • $1400 – Jun 16, 2020
  • $1400 – Jun 16, 2020
  • $1400 – Jun 16, 2020
  • $1400 – Jun 16, 2020

Practice Locations

Name & Website
Body Sculpt Shreveport, https://www.bodysculptshreveport.com/
Address
949 Olive St., Shreveport, Louisiana, US, 71104 (GPS coordinates: 32.4923287,-93.7505316)
Phone
(318) 222-4282
Working Hours
Mon: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Tue: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Wed: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Thu: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Fri: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Created / Modified
Oct 26, 2018 / Dec 2, 2022

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Specific treatments

Doctor's answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
I'm 20 years old, 330 lbs and wondering if the gastric sleeve is a good option for me?
Addressing Morbid Obesity at a Younger Age
Jul 14, 2021
The most common statement I hear from my patients is "I wish I had done it sooner." As a 20 year old who is already suffering from this very complex disease, addressing the issue before is gets worse is a good plan. Even at a young age at your weight, serious health problems like high blood pressure and diabetes can begin to develop and will likely worsen with age. To know if surgery is right for you, I recommend you research bariatric surgeons in your area. Look at the reviews by their...
I'm 5’2” and 185lbs do I qualify for a gastric sleeve?
Do I Qualify for Gastric Sleeve
Feb 6, 2021
At 5'2" and 185 pounds, your Body Mass Index (BMI) is about 33.8. This BMI would not qualify you for surgery. If you have a BMI between 35 and 40, you can qualify if you have significant health issues related to your weight such as Diabetes, Hypertension, Obstructive Sleep Apnea as examples. If your BMI is over 40, a patient would qualify without documented health issues. If you do have major health issues, I would encourage you to have a consultation with a qualified Bariatric Surgeon and...
Is it safe to get the sleeve after 4 c-sections?
Sleeve Gastrectomy after C-Sections
Feb 6, 2021
Having C-Sections prior to weight loss surgery in general should have no impact on qualifying for the surgery. You would of course have to qualify related to your current weight, Body Mass Index (BMI) - in general 40+ or 35+ with serious health issues related to your weight. Also, you would need to complete a bariatric psychological evaluation and any other guidelines required by your insurance and chosen surgeon. As always, I recommend choosing a certified ASMBS surgeon with documented...
Why was Exilis on my upper legs so painful for me?
Painful Exilis on Upper Legs
Mar 26, 2019
Although the treatment can be very hot, the machine is completely adjustable so that each treatment can be customized to the tolerance of the patient. Unless you had some preexisting skin sensitivity which would not allow you to tolerate it even on the lowest intensity.
Another issue is hair. You should have been completely shaven as hair can cause arcing with the unit which can be painful.
I would recommend contacting the provider and speaking with the MD that should be...
I was 295 and went down to 130. I weigh 177. Can I have another bypass like a sleeve or a bal
Another Procedure
Mar 22, 2018
If I read your questions correctly, you have already had a Gastric Bypass. If this is the case, you are not eligible for any gastric balloon. It is possible you might be able to have a revision of your Bypass or you might consider a Lap Band addition to your Bypass. I recommend finding a board certified surgeon who specializes in bariatric surgery and is part of a MBSAQIP accredited program. Good luck to you.
I'm curious about and considering a gastric balloon. Any words of wisdom?
Considering Gastric Balloon
Jan 30, 2018
Besides meeting the FDA recommendations - meaning you have a BMI of 30-40, haven't had prior bariatric surgery, and do not have any other conditions precluding balloon placement, I think the most important factor in success is asking yourself if you are approaching this as a tool toward a comprehensive lifestyle change. This means not only changing how you eat and exercising, but understanding biological, social and psychological factors that may have gotten you to this place...
IBS: Would I be a candidate for this surgery at 189 lbs height 5"3?
Am I A Candidate
Jan 30, 2018
For weight loss surgery, in general patients have a BMI (body mass index) of 40 or higher. At 5'3" and 189, your BMI is just over 33. You can search the internet for a BMI calculator if your information is different. Some insurances will approve patients with a BMI of 35 if the patient also has serious "co-morbidities" or health complications from obesity such as diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, etc. There are cash pay options for lower BMIs of 30-40...

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