Journey to Expertise
Education
Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager started his early education in Austria and later graduated with a medical degree;
He completed his medical degree from the Medical University of Vienna in 1992;
Dr. Gerhard specialized in bariatric surgery and also obtained a diploma in endocrinology;
In 1993, he attended the military academy for research practice;
Dr. Gerhard completed a guest semester in surgical endocrinology in the same institute in 1997;
In 1999, he successfully finished his revised diploma in surgery.
Shortly About
Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager
Professor Gerhard Prager is a distinguished specialist in bariatric surgery, boasting an extensive portfolio of over 3,000 operations dedicated to obesity treatment. Currently serving as the head of the Obesity Outpatient Clinic at Vienna General Hospital and leading the Metabolic Surgery Center at Confraternitaet Private Hospital, he plays a pivotal role in advancing metabolic surgery practices. His active involvement includes memberships in esteemed organizations such as IFSO-European Chapter, Austrian Obesity Association, International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders, Austrian Society of Surgery, Austrian Society of Bariatric Surgery, and the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery.
Spotlight on Success
Awards & Achievement
Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager has contributed to research journals focusing on obesity and innovative bariatric surgery techniques;
His recent work centers around endocrinology and bariatric surgery;
Dr. Gerhard Prager has taken the initiative to organize international conferences discussing general surgery methods;
He presented a poster on obesity control and management.
Elite Affiliations
Professional Membership
Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager has been leading the International Federation for the surgery of obesity and metabolic disorders since 2011.; A senior member at Austrian Society of surgery He has been a president in a Surgical working group for minimally invasive surgery ;Also an active member of ASMBS Permanent member of Austrian Obesity Association
A Glimpse into Expertise
Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager Expertise
Anal Fistula; Esophageal Hiatal Hernia; Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Common Queries
Frequenty Asked Questions

Is online consultation available with Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager?

Yes, Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager provides online consultation to patients. For an online consultation, patients share their medical documents, pay consultation fee and proceed with a video consultation according to schedule.

Where does Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager receive his patients?

Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager is practicing in Akh Vienna General Hospital, Vienna, taking patients for consultation & treatment.

What is the experience of Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager?

Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager has 20 years of experience in General Surgery.

What is the main specialty of Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager?

The main speciality of Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager is General Surgery.
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