LaparoscopicIncisionalHerniaRepair near Margate, FL

Care Philosophy: Dr. Maciel is committed to working with his patients to find the best surgical option.

Biography: Wilmer Mata, M.D., is a general surgeon who treats a broad range of conditions that commonly require surgery, including appendicitis, hernias and gallbladder, stomach and intestinal issues. He has unique training and expertise in minimally invasive surgical procedures that result in reduced pain and faster recovery times for patients. Dr. Mata has conducted clinical research on robotic surgery techniques and has published his findings in peer-reviewed medical journals.

Biography: Dr. Juan Carlos Verdeja, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Coral Gables, FL. He is 65 years old and has been practicing for 41 years. Dr. Juan Carlos Verdeja, MD is affiliated with Baptist Hospital of Miami, South Miami Hospital and Baptist Health.

Biography: Dr. Todd Mangione, DO is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Miami, FL. He is 51 years old and has been practicing for 23 years. Dr. Todd Mangione, DO is affiliated with West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Mariners Hospital and Baptist Health.

Biography: Soni Chousleb, M.D., is a general surgeon and a member of Baptist Health Medical Group, an organization of more than 180 physicians in multiple specialties closely aligned with Baptist Health South Florida. He specializes in surgery with an interest in minimally invasive and robotic procedures. Dr. Chousleb received his medical degree from Anahuac University School of Medicine in Mexico City. He was a research fellow at Western Pennsylvania Hospital, Temple School of Medicine, in Pittsburgh, and then completed a general surgery residency at New York Hospital Queens, Weill Cornell Medical College, in Flushing, N.Y. Following his residency, Dr. Chousleb completed a clinical fellowship in minimally invasive thoracic and foregut surgery at Boston Medical Center. He is Board-certified by the American Board of Surgery, and has performed research on microsurgery and laparoscopic surgery, critical ischemia of the lower limbs and gastric bypass complications. He is an associate professor at Florida International University's Wertheim School of Medicine and is fluent in English and Spanish.

Care Philosophy: My work ethic and ability to connect with patients creates trust and lifelong partnerships. I strive to provide high quality, innovative surgical care in line with advances of modern medicine, while practicing compassionate and patient centered approach, old world charm with modern conveniences.

Care Philosophy: Caring and compassionate surgical care you can depend on

Biography: Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist who practices in Miami, FL. She is 51 years old and has been practicing for 28 years. Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah, MD is affiliated with Homestead Hospital, South Miami Hospital, Baptist Health, Baptist Hospital of Miami and West Kendall Baptist Hospital.

Biography: Dan Ruiz, M.D., specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of conditions affecting the lower digestive tract, including the colon, rectum and anus. He is highly skilled in all methods of colon and rectal surgery, including laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery. In addition, he is highly proficient in a wide array of general surgery as well as upper digestive tract procedures. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed research publications on surgical techniques and published more than 40 abstracts in medical journals and several book chapters. He has given nearly 60 oral or poster presentations in his specialty at national and international surgical conferences. In addition to being a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Ruiz is a member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons.

Care Philosophy: To deliver state of the art care to patients with cancers of the digestive tract, liver, and pacreas. To provide modern endovascular techniques to patients with aneurysms and carotid artery stenosis. To treat patients in an efficent and safe manner for problems related to hernias and gallbladder disease.

Biography: Dr. Avraham Belizon, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Boca Raton, FL. He is 51 years old and has been practicing for 25 years. Dr. Avraham Belizon, MD is affiliated with Boca Raton Regional Hospital.