Leading The Way In Expert Surgical Care

Mr John Loy is a Consultant Upper GI and Bariatric Surgeon in Auralia, Ireland where he is lead bariatric surgeon and head of the bariatric unit. After medical school in Belfast, Mr Loy went on to complete higher surgical training in the UK, specialising in Upper GI and Bariatric surgery. He has extensive training at Royal College of Surgeons Fellowship level in both weight loss surgery and advanced keyhole surgery. With over 10 years experience at Consultant level and as one of the highest volume UK weight loss surgeons, John is delighted to bring his vast experience in metabolic and weight loss surgery from Harley Street London to Dublin. He has performed over 2000 bariatric procedures including gastric sleeve, bypass and complex revisional surgery for those with bariatric complications from surgery performed abroad. He is an accredited surgical trainer, having been appointed Royal College of Surgeons College Tutor for his London hospital and higher surgical trainer for the London Deanery. Mr Loy has a special research interest in obesity related fatty liver disease and collaborates on this with the renowned Blizard Institute in London. This work lead to his recent appointment as Honorary Senior Lecturer in Surgery at Queen Mary University, London. He has authored book chapters and research articles on weight loss surgery and continues to teach and lecture at national and international conferences. Mr Loy spent a year working in the world-renowned NYU Langone Medical Centre in New York with Professors George Fielding and Professor Christine Ren Fielding. Some of the best practices he learned in New York have carried through to his work both in the UK and here in Ireland. Most importantly, John prides himself on his personal approach to each patient, tailoring surgical and non surgical options to suit the individual who seeks his help.

Procedures and Specialisms

• Gastric Band
• Gastric Sleeve
• Gastric Bypass
• Gastric Balloon
• Revisional Weight Loss Surgery

Qualifications

• Completed medical school and basic surgical training in Belfast in 2002
• Higher surgical training in Severn Deanery UK, specialising in upper GI and bariatric surgery. FRCS(GenSurg) 2012. Accredited to UK and Irish Specialist Medical Registers.
• Expert laparoscopic bariatric training in Bristol, Gloucester, Truro and Taunton as a specialist registrar. Over 2000 independent procedures completed as lead surgeon.
• Consolidated training through a Royal College of Surgeons fellowship in the Southwest Bariatric Surgery Centre of Excellence in Taunton
• One year research fellowship in New York with Professors George and Christine Ren Fielding at the internationally renowned NYU Langone Bariatric Surgery Unit – one of the busiest bariatric units in the world
• 10 years NHS UK experience as a Consultant Bariatric Surgeon.

Irish Medical Council IMC Number: 419687

Dr Ibraheem Mu'azzam Tunau is a General Surgeon with special interest in Breast surgery. He is a graduate of the famous Ahmadu Bello University Zaria Nigeria in 1989. He completed his Basic surgical training at the RCSI and obtained his Surgical Fellowship (FRCSI) in 2000. Dr Tunau has a long history of dedicated service to patients for over 30yrs with more than 12yrs in Breast surgery having worked in specialist Breast units at University Hospital Limerick (2yrs), St Vincents University Hospital Dublin (1yr) and over 10yrs at the Mater Misericordiae University hospital Dublin. He is fully registered with the Irish Medical Council – Registration Number - 019131 Dr Tunau is married with children. He loves travelling and has a growing interest in stargazing.

Mr. Hewin is a General surgeon working mainly with Upper Gastrointestinal surgery cases. His specialist interests include bariatric surgery (weight loss surgery, including gastric band and gastric balloon), advanced laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery and cancer surgery. Irish Medical Council - Registration No: 349506

Dr Mitic is a highly skilled expert in plastic and aesthetic surgery, having performed over ten thousand surgeries throughout his extensive career. His experience in cosmetic surgery includes teaching masterclasses across Europe, contributing to the training of upcoming plastic surgeons. Dr Mitic completed his specialisation in Plastic, Aesthetic, and Reconstructive Surgery at the Virgen del Rocío University Hospital in Seville, Spain, from 1993 to 2003. Since then, he has worked in prominent plastic surgery clinics throughout Europe. Coming from a family rooted in Medicine, Dr Mitic chose the path of studying medicine to contribute to helping people. He expresses dedication to surgery as a means of making a positive impact, citing the joy and increased self-confidence of his patient’s post-surgery as affirmation of his chosen path. The love and care he has for his patients is exactly why we are excited to have him in the Auralia family because the patient’s happiness and wellness is the heart of our practice and we always look for the most caring and skilled people to cater for our patients. Residing in Cabinteely, Co Dublin, with his wife, who is also a plastic surgeon at St. James Hospital in Dublin, and their three children, Dr Mitic's interests extend beyond surgery. Outside the operating room, he plays the guitar, skis, and plays golf and tennis. We are delighted to have Dr Mitic exclusively operating at our CHKS and ISO accredited Auralia Hospital.

Dr. Armengou is a highly regarded surgeon and aesthetic doctor with over 30 years of experience in the field. His expertise in body contouring, coupled with his commitment to innovation and knowledge, has positioned him as a pioneer in various areas of aesthetic medicine. Throughout his career, Dr. Armengou has been dedicated to staying at the forefront of advancements in the fi eld, particularly in the application of LASER and ultrasound techniques, as well as e ective management of follow-up procedures. As an esteemed professional, Dr. Armengou actively contributes to the advancement of aesthetic surgery. He has participated in numerous congresses and workshops in both Europe and America, not only as a participant but also as a lecturer. Additionally, he has played a key role in training aesthetic surgery specialists through university programs, emphasizing the importance of education and sharing his expertise with aspiring professionals. Dr. Armengou’s passion extends beyond surgical techniques. He is deeply interested in exploring new technologies that enhance human quality and improve patient outcomes. This includes areas such as nutrition, body composition analysis (BIA), regenerative medicine, fat transplants for modelling purposes, and intelligent anthropometric analysis. His commitment to integrating innovative approaches is evident from his introduction of VASER technology to Spain in 2011, which has since become the gold standard in body sculpting. Specializing in advanced body contouring surgery using VASER technology, Dr. Armengou has been instrumental in sharing his expertise and experiences across multiple countries. His primary focus is on the patient’s journey, emphasizing comprehensive care from pre-procedure to post-care, with the ultimate goal of achieving excellent results. Dr. Armengou derives great satisfaction from enhancing patients’ quality of life and boosting their self-esteem through the pursuit of beauty. You are in very safe hands.

Reem Salman is a female general surgeon specialised in Breast Oncoplastic surgery who graduated from University College Dublin in 1996. She completed both basic surgical and higher surgical training in general surgery at The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and obtained the Surgical Fellowship in 2008 and the European Board of Surgery Qualification in Surgical Oncology in 2009. Irish Medical Council - Registration No: 020407.