David Thoman Bariatric Surgeon M.D., F.A.C.S.

When researching gastrointestinal and bariatric surgeons in Santa Barbara, California, be sure to consider Dr. David Scott Thoman. He specializes in minimally invasive and laparoscopic gastrointestinal and weight loss options. The result for patients is smaller scars, faster healing, and less pain than with traditional "open" procedures. Dr. Thoman is the first surgeon on the Central Coast to offer several procedures using the single-incision method. Exceptional Qualifications & Experience "With my training and years of experience, I have the educational foundation necessary to deliver top-quality care that gets my patients back to their lives fast." Certification: American Board of Surgery Fellow: American College of Surgeons Advanced Laparoscopic Fellowship: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Residency: University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Medical Degree: Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, PA Undergraduate Degree: Cum Laude, University of Notre Dame Dedication to Patient Care "As surgeons, our priority is to help you get well as quickly as possible. We will use the latest minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques to make your care both safe and effective. Laparoscopic surgery is much better for our patients than traditional procedures. And giving our patients the best care is what's most important to us."

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