Bariatric Surgeon Dr Steven Fowler, MD, FACS in Kailua, Hawaii 96734

Name: Steven Fowler, MD, FACS
Last name: Fowler
Began aesthetic medicine in: 2006
Years experience: 17
Primary Specialty: Bariatric Surgeon
Business: Aloha Surgery
Address: 642 Ulukahiki St.
Address suite: Ste. 103
City: Kailua
State: Hawaii
Zip Code: 96734
Country: US
Statement: For over ten years, my surgical practice has centered on minimally invasive weight loss surgery. The focus has broadened to include treatments for lipodystrophy encompassing current liposuction and fat transfer techniques.
Consulting Fees: -1$
Consultation note: One on one visit with the surgeon
Has Sponsored Offer : No
Clinical Privileges: 
  • Castle Medical Center
Education: 
  • Undergraduate: BS, Biochemistry, University of Massachussetts
  • Medical: MD, Boston University School of Medicine
GPS coordinates on map: 21.3804138,-157.7576719

Primary location: 
Location name: Honolulu
State: HI
Country: US
Map point: 21.292,-157.8220062

Steven Fowler, MD, FACS

Treatments: 
  • Duodenal Switch
  • Gastric Balloon
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Gastric Sleeve Surgery
  • Orbera Gastric Balloon

RealSelf Info

Rating: 4.4
Profile views: 2490
Answer count: 47
Review count: 7
5 star count: 2
Total star count: 2
Star rating: 2.697376606878
Profile created: Apr 10, 2015
Profile modified: Apr 30, 2021
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Free
Tier: Free-Claimed
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Bariatric Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery
RealSelf’s PRO: No
Doctor Designation Start Time: Apr 13, 2015
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • Honolulu, HI, US. GPS coordinates: 21.292,-157.8220062

Latest ratings of treatments

  • Laser Liposuction (May 2015) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Mar 2008) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 4/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Smart Lipo (Nov 2014) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Umbilical Hernia Repair (Dec 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Feb 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Oct 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Oct 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Apr 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Oct 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy (Oct 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Smart Lipo (Nov 2014) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Umbilical Hernia Repair (Dec 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Umbilical Hernia Repair (Dec 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Umbilical Hernia Repair (Dec 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Liposuction (Sep 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Liposuction (Sep 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Liposuction (Sep 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Liposuction (Sep 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Liposuction (Sep 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Laser Liposuction (May 2015) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Mar 2008) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 4/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Laser Liposuction (May 2015) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Laser Liposuction (May 2015) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Gastric Bypass (Mar 2008) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 4/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Gastric Bypass (Mar 2008) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 4/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)

Latest Prices

Laser Liposuction Prices

  • $2000 – May 29, 2015 – Honolulu, HI
  • $2000 – May 29, 2015 – Honolulu, HI
  • $2000 – May 29, 2015 – Honolulu, HI
  • $2000 – May 29, 2015 – Honolulu, HI

Gastric Bypass Prices

  • $20000 – Mar 13, 2008 – Kailua, HI
  • $20000 – Mar 13, 2008 – Kailua, HI
  • $20000 – Mar 13, 2008 – Kailua, HI
  • $20000 – Mar 13, 2008 – Kailua, HI

Smart Lipo Prices

  • $3250 – Nov 21, 2014 – Honolulu, HI
  • $3250 – Nov 21, 2014 – Honolulu, HI

Doctor’s answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
Bariatric Gastric sleeve surgery: Is it a mandate to remove 80 percent of your stomach?
Follow your surgeon’s recommendations
Apr 30, 2021
The amount of stomach to remove for a sleeve gastrectomy has been extensively studied. Basically, surgeons want to balance effectiveness of the operation versus associated risks. We usually talk in terms of “Bougie Size” when referring to sleeve size. This relates to the tube-sizer that is passed into the stomach to guide the staple line formation. Most surgeons use a Bougie size of approximately 40 French for a sleeve gastrectomy. This correlates to the 80% of stomach removal.
I’m 47, 5’6″ and 285 lbs. What kind of weight loss surgery can I do?
You are a candidate for bariatric surgery
Mar 27, 2020
5’6″ and 285 pounds calculates to a BMI of 46.
Under National/Society/and most Insurance Guidelines, you are a candidate for bariatric surgery when performed within a comprehensive program addressing dietary, exercise, and behavioral issues.
Operations to consider include the Sleeve, Gastric Bypass, and Duodenal Switch type operations.
I recommend you enter a program that has MBSAQIP certification to maximize safety and efficacy.
Good luck!
I’m 5’6, 39, BMI 44. Would you suggest a sleeve, RNY, or other?
All Good Options
Jul 8, 2019
The Sleeve is the most commonly performed bariatric operation being performed. Great outcomes and safety. Acid reflux can be an issue. The Gastric Bypass patients tend to have slightly better weight loss and metabolic improvement over time.
The issue of epilepsy medication and absorption after a Sleeve or Gastric Bypass is still being answered. I probably wouldn’t choose a particular operation based on seizure medication usage. Your neurologist should be able to monitor and adjust…
Do I have to have my belly button hernia corrected before my gastric sleeve?
Your surgeon will fix it during your sleeve
May 13, 2019
It’s not uncommon to have an umbilical hernia. Your Bariatric Surgeon will commonly utilize an umbilical access to perform the sleeve operation. When this portion of the operation is completed, they can repair the belly button hernia.
After two gastric sleeve procedures, is a third one safe? Should I do a gastric bypass?
Probably Not A Good Idea
May 6, 2019
First Point: Revisional Bariatric Surgery is not to be taken lightly, and regardless of which operation you undergo, the risks are greater. The should be done in concert with the dietician, psychologist, and surgeon.
Second Point: You need to find out what your anatomy is. I recommend returning to your Bariatric Surgeon and obtaining an UGI to see what the shape of your stomach looks like. This will help in choosing what, if any, operation is appropriate.
Third Point: If the operation…
Can my gastric sleeve be redone after 7 years, or what is my next option?
You Have Options
Feb 7, 2019
Surgery is never 100%, and patients can experience weight regain. You’re not alone.
Try contacting your Bariatric Center that performed the original procedure and see what their recommendations are. You will most likely need an evaluation that will look at behavioral issues as well as possible mechanical causes. An UGI Swallow X-ray will help determine appropriate options.
Most surgeons offer revisions in what they are most comfortable. Be sure to evaluate the surgical options of…
I have a BMI of 33.5. I would like to have the gastric sleeve. Is it possible? What’s the costs
Check Your Current Insurance Guidelines
Apr 13, 2017
Sleeve Gastrectomy can be considered for individuals with Type II Diabetes and BMI >30. Not all insurance companies follow this guideline. In general, individuals with a BMI >35 and with other weight related health condition may be considered a candidate.

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