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Dr. Villanueva is fellowship-trained in minimally invasive surgery and endoscopy. He performs a wide range of general surgery, including endoscopies, colonoscopies, and surgeries for GERD and hernias (including large defect surgery). He also has a focus on Metabolic and Bariatric surgery, including Roux-en-y gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and revisional (second chance) surgeries.
Hugo Villanueva, MD
Board Certified in General Surgery
Hugo Villanueva, MD is a fellowship-trained minimally invasive surgeon specializing in bariatric and foregut surgery. He provides comprehensive general surgical care with an emphasis on minimally invasive approaches. He brings an impressive skill set in both laparoscopic and robotic techniques, contributing to our commitment to comprehensive and modern surgical care.
Dr. Villanueva’s expertise comes from a robust experience of over 1,000 procedures performed during his fellowship. His bariatric training alone comprises over 300 cases, including more than 200 Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgeries. Furthermore, he has significant experience with lesser-known bariatric procedures such as BPD-DS (biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch) and SADI-S (single-anastomosis duodeno-ileostomy with sleeve gastrectomy). His training also includes revisions and conversions of prior unsuccessful bariatric surgeries. Additionally, he has advanced endoscopic training, having performed hundreds of endoscopic procedures including dilation and stenting.
Dr. Villanueva’s extensive foregut training also allows him to provide comprehensive surgical care for esophageal reflux diseases, which include repair of hiatal hernias, fundoplications, and LINX procedures. His competence in minimally invasive methods also covers the insertion of enteral feeding tubes.
Dr. Villanueva earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his general surgery residency at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. He completed his minimally invasive bariatric and foregut surgery fellowship at Geisinger Medical Center. He is board certified in general surgery.
Bringing more than seven years of specialized training, Dr. Villanueva is poised to provide compassionate, comprehensive, and proficient treatment for his patients.