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Dr. Stelios Rekkas, MD

Bariatric Medicine*
4.8 (50)
Map Pin Small Bradenton, FL
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Stelios Rekkas, MD

Dr. Stelios Rekkas, MD is a Bariatric Medicine Specialist in Bradenton, FL. They specialize in Bariatric Medicine, has 18 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Florida State University and is affiliated with Manatee Memorial Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Rekkas an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Rekkas works at Manatee Weight Loss Center in Bradenton, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Obesity along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield 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. Rekkas' Office Locations

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    Manatee Weight Loss Center
    232 MANATEE AVE E, Bradenton, FL 34208 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (941) 254-4957

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  • Manatee Memorial Hospital

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Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
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Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Obesity
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic

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Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Obesity
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Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Abdominal Pain
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Abdominal Disorders
Abscess
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Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Disorders
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bladder Diverticulum
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Cancer
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Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colon Cancer
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Colonic Diverticulosis
Colonic Inertia
Colonic Volvulus
Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Cyst
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Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Liver Diseases and Disorders
Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pilonidal Cyst
Pleural Effusion
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Bile Duct Procedure
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colostomy
da Vinci® Robotic Surgery
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Diaphragmatic Paraesophagel Hernia Robotic Assist
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagomyotomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gastrectomy
Gastric Banding, Laparoscopic
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominal Surgery
Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Colectomy
Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopy
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
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
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Salpingo Oophorectomy with Robotic Assist
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Stomach Surgery
Thoracentesis
Total Splenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Tracheal Surgery
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair
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    Specialties*
    • Bariatric Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 18 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Greek and Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1669767109
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Jackson Hospital
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Mount Sinai Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Florida State University
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of Florida
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Stelios Rekkas, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Rekkas is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Rekkas works at Manatee Weight Loss Center in Bradenton, FL. View the full address on Dr. Rekkas’s profile.

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

    50 patients have reviewed Dr. Rekkas. 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. Rekkas.

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