The 20 Best Sleeve Gastrectomy Doctors near tarzana, CA

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Sleeve Gastrectomy

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 34 doctor with experience in Sleeve Gastrectomy near tarzana, CA. Of these, 28 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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34 providers found
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Mount Sinai Surgery Group Inc

    18425 Burbank Blvd Ste 102, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hooman Shabatian is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Shabatian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Sleeve Gastrectomy and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Tarzana Surgery Center Inc.

    18425 Burbank Blvd Ste 105, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shahram Salimitari is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Salimitari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Health Encino Surgery

    15503 Ventura Blvd Ste 240, 
    Encino, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Livingston is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Encino, California. Dr. Livingston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Obesity, Femoral Hernia, Appendectomy, and Gastric Bypass.

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    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Ara Keshishian MD A PMC

    5170 Sepulveda Blvd Ste 210, 
    Sherman Oaks, CA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ara Keshishian is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Sherman Oaks, California. Dr. Keshishian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malabsorption, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    200 Medical Plz Ste 214, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yijun Chen is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Obesity, Epidural Lipomatosis, Gallbladder Disease, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    General Surgery

    8635 W 3rd St Ste 770W, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Miguel Burch is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Burch is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Cedars-Sinai General Surgery-Los Angeles

    8635 W 3rd St Ste 770 Ofc West, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Cunneen is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Cunneen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Mahbod (Mark) Paya, MD Private Practice

    7320 Woodlake Ave, Ste 300, 
    West Hills, CA 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mahbod Paya is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in West Hills, California. Dr. Paya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Obesity, Umbilical Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Paya is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Paya is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Health West Hills Primary & Specialty Care

    7345 Medical Center Dr Ste 420, 
    West Hills, CA 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Danny Issa is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Hills, California. Dr. Issa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), Jaundice, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Advanced Weight Loss Surgical Associates Inc.

    435 N Roxbury Dr Ste 100, 
    Beverly Hills, CA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Farzin Feizbakhsh is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Feizbakhsh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Sleeve Gastrectomy and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    433 N Camden Dr Ste 550, 
    Beverly Hills, CA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Rim is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Rim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Endocrinology
    Referral required

    Office

    757 Westwood Plz Ste 7501, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tiffany Kim is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Osteoporosis, Menopause, Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Internal Medicine

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Judy Chen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Obesity, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Department Of Surgery

    10833 Le Conte Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Emily Whang is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Whang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Niemann-Pick Disease, Fecal Impaction, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center - General Surgery Department

    6041 Cadillac Avenue, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jennifer Lee is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrointestinal Perforation, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Jamshid Nazarian, MD Private Practice

    8920 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 611A, 
    Beverly Hills, CA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jamshid Nazarian is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Nazarian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Small Bowel Resection, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Nazarian is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Nazarian is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cedars-Sinai General Surgery-Los Angeles

    8635 W 3rd St Ste 770 Ofc West, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kulmeet Sandhu is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Sandhu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Olive View-UCLA Medical Center

    14445 Olive View Dr, 
    Sylmar, CA 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Tichansky is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Sylmar, California. Dr. Tichansky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required
    4640 Admiralty Way, Suite 901, 
    Marina Del Rey, CA 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremy Korman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Marina Del Rey, California. Dr. Korman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Malnutrition, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Korman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required
    2121 Santa Monica Boulevard, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Danny Shouhed is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Shouhed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), Gallbladder Disease, Obesity, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Shouhed is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Sleeve Gastrectomy?

    Vertical sleeve gastrectomy is surgery to help with weight loss. The surgeon removes a large portion of your stomach.

    The new, smaller stomach is about the size of a banana. It limits the amount of food you can eat and makes you feel full after eating small amounts of food.

    When should I see a Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor near tarzana, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor near tarzana, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Sleeve Gastrectomy doctors near tarzana, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Sleeve Gastrectomy doctors near tarzana, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor near tarzana, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor near tarzana, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Sleeve Gastrectomy doctors near tarzana, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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