Georgia Coast Surgical

Dr. Henderson - Weight Loss Surgeon Brunswick, Georgia


Dr. Peter Henderson“I chose to go into medicine because I knew it was the best way to use my scientific abilities to help others. As a bariatric surgeon, my mission is fulfilled every day. Not only are we able to improve the physical health of our patients, we see time and time again how the surgery improves our patients whole lives and gives hope to them and their families.”

“Whether I am performing a weight-loss procedure or any type of general surgery for you, I will give you the respect and kindness you deserve when you choose to place your trust in me. I’m grateful that my skills, experience and personal dedication as a weight loss doctor allow me to make a difference in your life.”


Dr. Henderson has three children. He is involved with community service groups in the Brunswick and St. Simons Island area. He is a member of St. Simon’s Presbyterian Church and the St. Simons Rotary Club.


Fellow: American College of Surgeons

Board-Certified: American Board of Surgery

MD: Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia

Residency: General Surgery, United States Naval Regional Medical Center, Portsmouth, Virginia

Fellowship: Peripheral Vascular Surgery, United States Naval Hospital, San Diego, California

Military service (selected): Attending Staff, General Surgery, Naval Regional Medical Center, San Diego, California and Portsmouth, Virginia; Chief of Surgical Service, Naval Regional Medical Center Guam, Marianas Islands

Member: American Society for Bariatric Surgery, Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons, Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons, Georgia Surgical Society, Medical Association of Georgia, American Medical Association, Georgia Society of General Surgeons

Director: Bariatric Surgery, Southeast Georgia Health System