Dr. Sepehr Lalezari, MD is a general surgeon in Los Angeles, CA specializing in general surgery. Dr. Sepehr Lalezari, MD is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai and MemorialCare.
1245 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 907, North Tower
Los Angeles, CA 90017
432 E 10th Street
Long Beach, CA 90813
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric bypass surgery is a procedure that promotes weight loss by reducing the stomach and altering how the digestive system absorbs and processes food. The procedure treats morbid obesity, where one's weight impairs day-to-day function or poses serious health risks. Gastric bypass surgery is used only after other weight loss treatments are unsuccessful.
Generally, gastric bypass surgery is performed on patients who have a BMI of 40 or greater, or a BMI of 35 or greater with a weight-related health condition such as type 2 diabetes. Bariatric surgeons frequently expect patients to first attempt natural weight loss for about six months to prove to the surgeon that the patient is capable of maintaining a post-surgery diet and exercise regimen.
For obese patients, gastric bypass surgery has many potential health and weight benefits. Gastric bypass surgery restricts the amount of food the stomach contains, as well as:
During gastric bypass surgery, the stomach is stapled to reduce its size, and a small hole is created in the stomach and attached to the middle section of the small intestine. This direct connection between the stomach and the middle of the small intestine creates a channel for some food to bypass the normal route. By bypassing the upper small intestine and larger region of the stomach, food is not fully absorbed and patients do not retain the same amount of calories as before. This procedure is also sometimes referred to as "Roux-en-Y" gastric bypass surgery. Some bariatric surgeons may perform a "laparoscopic bypass" which uses a tiny camera (laparoscope) to guide the procedure.
Gastric bypass surgery is performed with general anesthesia and as preparation, a liquid diet is required for two weeks prior to undergoing the surgery. After the surgery, patients will spend about two days in the hospital and may miss work for two to three weeks. In the first month after the surgery, patients are only able to consume small portions of liquid or soft food. Even after reintroducing solid food, patients feel full quickly, sometimes after eating just two or three tablespoons. Some patients experience "dumping syndrome" (rapid processing of food into the small intestine), which is common during the recovery process. Gastric bypass surgery patients must also make permanent lifestyle changes. For example, gastric bypass patients are required to take vitamins for life after surgery and required to forever avoid certain foods, such as alcohol, sugar, and high fat food.
While the gastric bypass recovery process can be challenging, surgery results are usually swift: most gastric bypass surgery patients lose nearly half to two thirds of their starting weight within two years of surgery.
Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.
During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.
The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.
Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sepehr Lalezari, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Sepehr Lalezari, MD treated as a general surgeon in Los Angeles, CA were hospital care and inpatient care.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sepehr Lalezari, MD.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sepehr Lalezari, MD treated were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol and ischemic heart disease.
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He is certified by the Surgery-General Surgery, American Board of Surgery and has a state license in Maryland.
Board Certification: Surgery-General Surgery, American Board of Surgery
Licensed In: Maryland
Dr. Sepehr Lalezari, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Sepehr Lalezari, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare HMO, Blue Preferred Plus, Delphi, Medicaid Managed Care, Blue Choice, Medicaid, Blue California, Empire BlueCross BlueShield PPO, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Independence Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) - Keystone Health Plan East HMO, Capital BlueCross - Keystone HMO/POS (Capital BlueCross), Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - BlueOptions Health & Dental - Health, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - Direct PPC, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - BlueMedicare PPO / BlueMedicare Group PPO, Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) - Excellus BluePPO, Capital BlueCross - Senior, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - MyBasic NetworkBlue, Independence Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) - Personal Choice PPO, Blue Shield of Northeastern New York - Aqua, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - Healthy Kids BlueOptions, Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) - SimplyBlue, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - Temporary Insurance Protection, Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) - Healthy NY, Independence Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) - Keystone 65 HMO, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - MyBasic BlueSelect Network, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - BlueCare, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - GoBlue, Capital BlueCross - Pennsylvania CHIP, Capital BlueCross - PPO Choice, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - Health Kids BlueCare, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - Conversion Opt A, B, & C, Independence Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) - Personal Choice 65 PPO, Capital BlueCross - Comprehensive, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - BlueSelect Hospital Surgical Plus, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - Miami Dade Blue, Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) - HMOBlue, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - BlueMedicare Supplement, Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) - UFCW Local One Health Care Fund, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - Conversion Opt I, II, III, IV, V, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - BlueMedicare Regional PPO, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - Cover Florida, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - Blue Options Hospital Surgical Plus, Capital BlueCross - SeniorBlue HMO, Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) - Direct Pay, Capital BlueCross - Keystone Health Plan Central, Capital BlueCross - PPO Plus, Independence Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) - National BlueCard PPO, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - BlueOptions, Capital BlueCross - SeniorBlue PPO, Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida - Dimension III & IV and Independence Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) - Keystone Direct POS.
According to our sources, Dr. Sepehr Lalezari, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Sepehr Lalezari, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.98 out of 5 stars based on 323 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Sepehr Lalezari, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Los Angeles, CA.
I arrived on time for my appointment at the office of Dr. Lalezari. Went through all the paperwork and saw the tech nurse. She took me to a room to wait for the doctor. After 1h and 10 min checked-in, I still did not get to see him. No one showed up to provide an update on how much longer it would take until I decide to leave. On my way out there were still people who arrived before me waiting. I can't tell anything about his practices but, punctuality does not seem to be his forte.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sepehr Lalezari, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$19,006
DAVINCI XI $13,000 |
Da Vinci Surgical System $6,006 |
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$8,584
ProGrip $5,652 |
LigaSure $843 |
Sonicision $535 |
Endo GIA $406 |
iDrive $292 |
Other $855 |
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$2,780
BIO-A Tissue Reinforcement $1,041 |
GORE BIO-A Tissue Reinforcement $559 |
GORE TAG Thoracic Endoprosthesis $536 |
SEAMGUARD Bioabsorbable Staple $168 |
SYNECOR Biomaterial $157 |
Other $320 |
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$1,316
Sonicision $70 |
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$1,095
Signia $746 |
LigaSure $165 |
Sonicision $125 |
Dextile $20 |
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$5,552
LINX Reflux Management System $1,161 |
GELPOINT $941 |
Olympus Laparoscopic Insufflation $442 |
Caiman Vessel Sealers $360 |
ECHELON ENDOPATH $301 |
Other $2,346 |
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Dr. Sepehr Lalezari is a specialist in general surgery. His areas of expertise include the following: cancer surgery, cosmetic treatments, and femoral hernia. The average patient rating for Dr. Lalezari is 5.0 stars (out of 5). He appears to be in-network for Medicaid Managed Care, Blue California, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan, and more. Dr. Lalezari (or staff) speaks the following languages: Spanish and Persian. He is affiliated with MemorialCare. Doctor.com reports that Dr. Lalezari is accepting new patients at his office in Long Beach, CA.
