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Dr. Walter Chlysta, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 56
Dr. Walter Chlysta, MD
4.3 (27 Ratings)

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Dr. Walter Chlysta, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Akron, OH.
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Dr. Walter Chlysta, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 56
Akron, OH
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Walter Chlysta, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Akron, OH.

About

Dr. Chlysta graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1994 and completed a residency at Akron General Medical Center.Dr. Walter Chlysta, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Akron, OH and has 30 years experience. Dr. Chlysta currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Western Reserve Hospital. Dr. Chlysta has experience treating conditions like Ventral Hernia and Obesity among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Chlysta received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 27 times. Dr. Chlysta's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Chlysta is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Ventral Hernia
Obesity
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Ventral Hernia
Obesity
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Ventral Hernia
Obesity
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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Abdominal Pain
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Neuroendocrine Tumors
Small Intestine Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Colectomy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wedge Resection Colon
Acute Bowel Infarction
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Atresia
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Cholangiocarcinoma
Chronic Anal Fissure
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Polyp
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Duodenal Ulcer
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Pseudocyst
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Infarction
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Splenomegaly
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Stenosis
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adjustable Gastric Banding
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Bladder Surgery
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colostomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagomyotomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Banding
Gastric Banding, Laparoscopic
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hemigastrectomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Appendectomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Sleeve Gastrectomy, Laparoscopic
Sphincterotomy
Thoracentesis
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vagotomy
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Venous Thrombectomy
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Preferred Plus POS
  • United Healthcare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare Advantage PFFS
    Tricare
  • Cigna
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • Aetna
  • Cofinity
  • Blue Preferred-OH EPO
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Humana
  • Blue Card PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage

Locations

  1. 1 Akron General Medical Center
    1 Akron General Ave, Akron, OH 44307
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (330) 344-1100
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Office
    1900 23rd St Ste 2000, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (330) 926-3443
  3. 3 Radiology and Imaging Services Inc.
    400 Wabash Ave, Akron, OH 44307
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (330) 344-1100

Patient Satisfaction

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4.3
Based on 27 Reviews
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Patient Reviews
Nov 08, 2019
In 2011, Dr. Chlysta performed an Esphogeal Fundoplication to treat my GERD. I immediately stopped having GERD episodes after the surgery, and continue to do so. Thank you, Dr. Chylsta and your wonderful, kind, & understanding staff.
Warren Meredith, RN — Nov 08, 2019
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About Me

Specialties*
Bariatric Surgery
General Surgery
Colorectal Surgery
Gastroenterological Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery
Robotic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Ohio State University College of Medicine
    1994
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Akron General Medical Center
    1999
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Walter Chlysta, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Chlysta's profile.

Dr. Chlysta frequently treats the following conditions: Ventral Hernia and Obesity. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Walter Chlysta, MD is affiliated with Western Reserve Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Walter Chlysta, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Western Reserve Hospital

    1900 23rd St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH