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Dr. Ramy Awad, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
4.2 (57)
Map Pin Small Palm Springs, CA
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Ramy Awad, MD

Dr. Ramy Awad, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Palm Springs, CA. They specialize in Bariatric Surgery, has 21 years of experience. They graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine and is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center, Eisenhower Medical Center and John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital. Dr. Awad, completed a residency at University of California Irvine Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Awad an average 4.2 star rating.

Dr. Awad works at Practice in Palm Springs, CA with other offices in Indio, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Obesity along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross 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. Awad's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Office
    555 E Tachevah Dr Ste 2W107, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 866-0024
  2. 2
    Jfk Memorial Hospital
    47111 Monroe St, Indio, CA 92201 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 347-6191

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Desert Regional Medical Center
  • Eisenhower Medical Center
  • John F Kennedy Memorial Hospital

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Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Obesity
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)

Treatment frequency



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Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Obesity
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Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Abdominal Pain
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Ventral Hernia
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Liver Biopsy
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholelithiasis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colon Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominal Surgery
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Adjustable Gastric Banding
Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
Appendectomy
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Colectomy
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
da Vinci® Robotic Surgery
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Skin Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Fecal Impaction Removal
Foregut Surgery
Foreign Body Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Hemorrhoid Removal
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia and Hydrocele Repair
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Colectomy
Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
Laparoscopic Endocrine Surgery
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Revision Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Percutaneous Edoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
Peritoneal Dialysis
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Sigmoid Colectomy
Small Bowel Resection
Soft Tissue Surgery
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Stomach Surgery
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    4.2
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    About Dr. Ramy Awad, MD

    Specialties*
    • Bariatric Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 21 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Arabic and Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1326275363
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Shands Hospital at the University of Fl
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of California Irvine Medical Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
    Undergraduate School

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Ramy Awad, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Awad is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

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

    57 patients have reviewed Dr. Awad. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Awad.

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