Making the decision to have bariatric surgery can be the first step in starting an exciting journey to better health. Weight loss surgery has helped millions of people take control of their weight and achieve a better quality of life. While there are many bariatric surgeons and programs available in the Los Angeles area, it is important to choose the right bariatric surgeon for your procedure. Here is what Dr. Danny Shouhed has to offer and why he should be on your short-list of possible bariatric surgeons.

Board-Certified Robotic Surgeon

Dr. Danny Shouhed is a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in bariatric and robotic surgery. He performs the highest volume of robotic surgeries at Cedar Sinai in Los Angeles, and is one of the few surgeons who can offer robotic-assisted surgery in all the procedures he performs. His use of advanced medical technology and methods can reduce the risks of surgery and results in less recovery time and complications for his patients.

Various Types Of Weight Loss Surgery Options

Dr. Shouhed offers multiple types of bariatric surgery options – each patient is unique and what is right for one person is not the best choice for another. Dr. Shouhed can perform gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, intragastric balloon and multiple types of revision bariatric surgeries. All of his procedures can be performed with minimally-invasive techniques for fewer risks and quicker recovery.

Extremely Low Rate Of Complications

Dr. Shouhed is a very detail-oriented surgeon who takes every precaution when performing surgery. His stringent adherence to the highest standards has been a benefit to all his patients, especially those who have undergone bariatric surgery. Dr. Shouhed has performed over 1,300 sleeve gastrectomy procedures with only one patient suffering a leak. This patient had already had three previous procedures and the leak was immediately fixed with a long-term successful outcome. Dr. Shouhed touts a 0% morality rate and a .07% leak rate.

If you are ready to consider bariatric surgery to improve your health, Dr. Danny Shouhed is an excellent choice for your procedure. He has the expertise and experience with a phenomenal success rate, but he also genuinely cares about his patients. We accept many forms of insurance and we have financing options available for self-pay patients. Contact our clinic in Los Angeles to schedule a bariatric surgery consultation with Dr. Shouhed.