Dr. Walter Medlin has completed over 1500 bariatric procedures, and in 2008 underwent Sleeve Gastrectomy himself!

He has battled weight since the second grade, reaching over 300 pounds at his peak.

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............... Meet Walter Medlin, M.D. ................

Walter Medlin, M.D. Endoscopic, Robotic Hernia and Bariatric (Metabolic) Surgeon

Walter Medlin grew up in Memphis, Tennessee. He and wife Sarah met at Dartmouth College. He worked as a hospital orderly and phlebotomist, and graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine, where he did research in immunology, and completed training periods in Alaska and Pocatello, Idaho.

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Why Choose Walter Medlin, M.D.

25 Years of Experience
Extensive Training
Skilled with Advanced Technology
Unique Insight Into Patient Experience

Endoluminal Techniques

Performing gastrointestinal surgery through the natural openings of the body (using an endoscope) allows your surgeon to avoid incisions and the subcutaneous fat layer which can cause complications during and after weight loss surgery. Endoluminal techniques require specialized tools to reach the target site and effectively carry out the procedure.

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