Piedmont Physicians Weight Management And Bariatric Surgery Augusta

Dr. Jorge, a Metabolic Surgeon and Obesity Specialist, is deeply committed to patient care. His interests include medical and surgical treatment for overweight and obesity conditions, with a strong focus on helping patients maintain their health and weight results over the long term. He is BoardCertified in General Surgery and Obesity Medicine through the American College of Surgeons and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Dr. Jorge began his medical career as an active-duty Navy Corpsman, serving 6 years and one tour in Iraq 2003 before becoming a civilian paramedic. He remains involved in research, focusing on improving long-term outcomes with weight management and telemedicine applications.

Dr. Benjamin Enciso is a board-certified general surgeon fellowship-trained in advanced minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. His specialty training includes advanced laparoscopic approaches for various metabolic and bariatric surgeries including adjustable gastric band, sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and revisional surgery for weight regain and complications. Additionally, Dr. Enciso has extensive training in treating diseases of the gastrointestinal tract including hernias, gallbladder disease, and reflux.