Gastrointestinal/Bariatric Surgery
Daniel Leslie, MD, Division Chief and Associate ProfessorOur division's vision is to be the preeminent group of gastrointestinal and bariatric surgeons in Minnesota serving patients suffering from gastrointestinal or obesity-related conditions, utilizing novel and some of the most advanced surgical techniques to restore health, provide an exceptional care experience, and improve overall well-being.
Our teaching and training mission is to teach our residents, fellows, and medical colleagues about advanced interventions for gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery; to train our residents and fellows to have sound decision-making regarding patient-centered care; and to be able to provide least invasive interventions with a focus on maintaining or restoring health as well as improving overall well-being.
Our research mission is to perform and publish pioneering research in the fields of gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery.
15th Annual Bariatric Education Days
May 23-24, 2019
As part of our commitment to region-wide education, we are organizing the 15th Annual Bariatric Education Days event, which will take place May 23-24, 2019. Early registration and more information can be found on the Continuing Professional Development website.
More information can be found at our CME website
Fellowship program
The Advanced GI/Minimally Invasive Surgery fellowship is a one-year program with a heavy emphasis on all aspects of bariatric surgery.
Contact us
Clinic and Patient Care
Phone: 612-336-2727
Fax: 612-625-3206
Mailing address
GI/Bariatric Division
Department of Surgery
420 Delaware St. SE, MMC 195
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Our faculty
Associate Professor and Chief:
Daniel B. Leslie, M.D.
Professors:
Henry Buchwald, M.D., Ph.D.
Sayeed Ikramuddin, M.D., M.H.A.
Associate Professor:
Archana Ramaswamy, M.D.
Admin Contacts
- Orit Ackerman
Division Administrator
612-624-1089
koban003@umn.edu
Supporting:
Daniel Leslie MD
Archana Ramaswamy MD - Megan Hadley
Chair's Office Administrator
612-625-2478
hadl0052@umn.edu
Supporting:
Sayeed Ikramuddin MD
- Christine Flett
Executive Office and Administrative Specialist
612-625-1188
ceflett@umn.edu
Supporting:
Henry Buchwald MD