Question:
Does anyone recommend a surgeon in the Pasadena/L.A. area who ...

is reasonably priced, possibly including complications, and has an effective dietary and mental health follow-up program? Or can anyone give me ranges of self-pay prices? Thanks!    — [Anonymous] (posted on October 11, 2001)

October 13, 2001
I am having surgery with Dr. Bengt Pehrsson at Huntington Hospital on Thursday. I'll keep you posted. Everything has been fine so far. They have a support group on Tuesday nights. Call 626-445-0600 for more info
   — Bonnie B.

October 24, 2002
Call Me I am the representative from Dr Nejat Binas office we conduct the surgery at Western Medical Center in Anaheim I would be happy to talk with you regarding your surgery and payment options including financing options.
   — John W.

October 24, 2002
The absolute best surgeons (most experienced) in the area are the Comprehensive Surgical Specialists Bariatric SCenters group in Pasadena and Arcadia. I had my surgery with Dr. Begnt Pehrsson on 9/4/02. In Arcadia call 626.449.4607
   — Margaret H.

May 26, 2003
I just got back from open RNY surgery in Ensenada, MX...entire surgery/hosp was $6900 U.S. Dr. Aguirre is an excellent surgeon and can handle any and all complications.
   — JimGA

May 26, 2003
Hi, If you go to my profile and click on Dr. Katkhouda you will be directed to all of his info. My friend, Kim K on this board was a self pay with him just recently...she could probably tell you exact costs etc. He is an excellent surgeon and operates out of the USC University Hospital (not County) We have a nutritionist and a small but growing and wonderful support group. I woulnd still not have anyone else do my surgery. Good Luck...ps, all the other Dr.s' people have mentioned are excellent as well...you would be safe with any of them.
   — Maureen R.