DR. NIRMAL JAYASEELAn,MD

Nirmal Jayaseelan, better known by patients as “Dr. Jay”, grew up in Lubbock, Texas and received his bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Texas Tech University. After a short career as a systems engineer, he went to medical school at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, where he obtained Honors in Surgical Research.

Dr. Jay completed his General Surgery Residency at Oregon Health Sciences University. He was trained by Dr. Don Trunkey (world-famous trauma surgeon), Dr. Lee Swanstrom (President of SAGES, a laparoscopic society), and Dr. John Porter (editor of the Yearbook of Vascular Surgery).

One of the most experienced Bariatric surgeons in the nation, Dr. Nirmal Jayaseelan has performed more than 10,000 weight loss operations. His practice has every resource to care for the most complex bariatric patient. Dr. Jay readily accepts complex bariatric consults from across the country and even outside the U.S., including patients from Mexico, Nigeria, and Barbados. He is long established in bariatrics and has been voted best bariatric surgeon in Dallas repeatedly since the inception of the category in D Magazine.

Laparoscopic weight loss surgery in experienced hands offers the patient many benefits while keeping the risks very low. Dr. Jayaseelan has a single peri-operative mortality rate in more than 3,500 non-revisional cases. He has operated on patients ranging in age from 11 to 79, some who weighed more than 750 pounds. 

Patients benefit from Dr. Jay’s insistence upon follow-up visits, support groups, and other post-operative care opportunities. Follow-up is the key to success with bariatric surgery, and this is where Dr. Jay’s practice excels. His experienced staff ensures every patient receives compassionate and individualized care. A multidisciplinary approach of nutritionists, psychologists, and support from former patients helps ensure long-term success.

He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the Texas Medical Association and Dallas County Medical Society. He is also a member of the American Society of Bariatric Surgeons.