George M. Eid, MD

Dr. Eid, specializes in minimally invasive general surgical techniques and is renowned for introducing and evaluating new techniques and modalities for minimally invasive and robotic surgery, with particular expertise in bariatric (weight-loss) surgery and dedication to patient care. Dr. Eid is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery. He is experienced in the newer bariatric surgery technique of vertical sleeve gastrectomy, as well as Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery and laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding. In addition to bariatric surgery, he also specializes in laparoscopic hernia repair including sports hernias, the surgical treatment of gastrointestinal disorders, including laparoscopic colon and gastric resection, adrenalectomy, pancreatectomy, splenectomy and laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery. Dr. Eid received his medical training at the American University of Beirut and completed a general surgery internship and residency at the University of Iowa. He also completed a minimally invasive surgical fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Eid has been appointed to numerous faculty positions at hospitals throughout the Pittsburgh area.