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Dr. John Ganser, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
4.8 (17)
Map Pin Small Reno, NV
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. John Ganser, MD

Dr. John Ganser, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Reno, NV. They specialize in Bariatric Surgery, has 35 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and is affiliated with Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center and Renown Regional Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Ganser an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Ganser works at Practice in Reno, NV. They frequently treat conditions like Umbilical Hernia and Obesity along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Ganser's Office Locations

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    Western Surgical Group
    75 Pringle Way Ste 1002, Reno, NV 89502 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (775) 323-7500

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Admitting Hospitals

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  • Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
  • Renown Regional Medical Center

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Umbilical Hernia
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Obesity
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia

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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Umbilical Hernia
Obesity
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Esophageal Cancer
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Lung Cancer
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pleural Effusion
Stomach Cancer
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Maze Procedure
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Partial Lobectomy
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Aneurysm
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Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Appendicitis
Atrial Fibrillation
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Pleural Neoplasm
Bladder Diverticulum
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Carcinoma in Situ
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Cholangiocarcinoma
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Constipation
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Crohn's Disease
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Interstitial Lung Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Abscess
Malignant Heart Tumors
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Pediatric Obesity
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thymomas
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Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Biopsy of Breast
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Closed Endoscopic Biopsy of Bronchus With Robotic Assistance
Colectomy
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Esophagostomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hemigastrectomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparotomy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Nephrectomy
Nephrectomy with Robotic Assist
Non Invasive Mechanical Ventilatn Robotic Assist
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Open Thymectomy
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Pulmonary Valve Surgery
Puncture Aspiration
Renal Transplant
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Spinal Nerve Block
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Transendoscopic Stent Placement
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair
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    Specialties*
    • Bariatric Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 35 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1437187861
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Birmingham Heartlands Hospital
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Oreg Health Science University
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Baylor College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of Nevada, Reno
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. John Ganser, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Ganser is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Ganser accepts Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

    Dr. Ganser has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Ganser has seen patients for Umbilical Hernia and Obesity, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Ganser on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    17 patients have reviewed Dr. Ganser. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Ganser.

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