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History of Surgical Associates

Published on November 23, 2010 by

Surgical Associates is the name of our group of bariatric surgeons in Fountain Valley California. Our surgeons have collectively performed more than 8000 bariatric surgeries since 1999. The amount of experience a bariatric surgeon has is directly related to the complication rate and success rate of the patients. Our group has been recognized by the […]

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Gastric Sleeve

Published on May 10, 2010 by

The gastric sleeve procedure is now available to our patients in Los Angeles, Riverside and Orange County!! Many patients are interested in having the gastric sleeve operation because it is not as invasive as the gastric bypass surgery, and is more effective for weight loss than the adjustable gastric band. Gastric sleeve or vertical sleeve […]

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Yoga for Weight Loss Surgery Patients

Published on March 13, 2010 by

Memorial Care Center for Obesity is now offering a six week yoga course specifically designed for patients who have had bariatric surgery! The class will include breathing, stretching and meditation techniques and is focused on the bariatric patient’s needs and pace. All levels of fitness are welcomed and encouraged to attend. Remember, weight loss surgery […]

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Resolution of Co-morbidies in Gastric Bypass Surgery

Published on March 11, 2010 by

Some very exciting statistics came across my desk recently about a study done on the resolution of co-morbidities in gastric bypass surgery patients. Co-morbidities are health conditions that are caused or made worse by a patient’s excess weight. The study quoted a resolution of Type II Diabetes in 83.8% of the patients- often within days […]

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Testimonials

Dr. Russo and staff are amazing! I was referred by my primary Dr. and its been a life changing experience its been 14 months (had the gastric sleeve) I lost 173 lbs! From 325 lbs im currently at 152 lbs!
I researched my surgeon and Dr. Russo topped the list. He is blessed with good hands. I am six months out, have lost 52 pounds* and life is wonderful.
I would recommend Dr. Russo to anyone who would like to get their procedure done. He is willing to spend as much time as you need to cover any questions you may have or even to give you the answers to questions you didn’t think to ask.
Dr. Mir Ali and Dr. Diane Lemont changed my life. I am forever grateful. God bless each of you. I am alive again smile :)
I started out at 355lbs* I lost the 75% that I want to maybe a little more I’ve never regretted oneday having a surgery. I feel it was the best thing I ever did. Now I can play with mygrandbabies instead of just sitting back and watching!
He is a brilliant physician. His bedside manner was always comforting. I wouldn’t hesitate to refer my family and friends as I know they would be as pleased as I was. I’d also like to thank his PA, Ashley, for holding my hand as I went into surgery :) Thanks for a new beginning!
The Group is ‘Top Notch’ and highly professional, no complaints, 100% happy! If you’re really interested in the Gastric Bypass procedure I will be than happy to fill you in on what I went through Pre and Post surgery and how it is now living with it.
Dr. Ali and his PAs where in communication with each other every day the saw me at the hospital answered all my questions and concerned and send me home when I felt comfortable to leave. I even saw a nutritionist to see if I had any questions. If you are planning on having surgery I recommended Dr Ali.