Dr. Suraj Panjwani

Dr. Suraj Panjwani is a board-certified, fellowship-trained surgeon with expertise in bariatric, minimally invasive, and robotic surgery. At NuSelf, he helps patients prepare for surgical weight loss with clear explanations and a personal approach to care.

Dr. Panjwani completed general surgery residency and served as chief resident at Yale-affiliated Saint Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury, Connecticut. He then completed a fellowship in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery at Advanced Laparoscopic Surgical Associates in Fresno, California, training with Dr. Kelvin Higa and Dr. Keith Boone.

His work includes peer-reviewed publications and national presentations. He brings a commitment to research and education to the practical questions patients ask: what a procedure involves, how to prepare, what recovery may look like, and how to protect progress over time. His care includes bariatric evaluation and long-term surgical weight-management support.

Training & credentials

• Board-certified surgeon
• Fellowship: Advanced Laparoscopic Surgical Associates, Fresno, California; Dr. Kelvin Higa and Dr. Keith Boone
• General surgery and chief residency: Yale-affiliated Saint Mary’s Hospital, Waterbury, Connecticut
• Peer-reviewed publications and national presentations
• Experience with advanced robotic platforms, including da Vinci 5

Clinical focus

Your consultation

Bring your questions about treatment, recovery, work, and family responsibilities. Dr. Panjwani reviews your health and prior care, explains the surgical options, and discusses what each choice may mean for daily life. The approach is selected for your individual needs, with follow-up planned from the beginning.

Bring your current medication list, relevant test results, and records from any previous bariatric treatment. Write down the questions you want to discuss—we welcome them.