I am having the lapband and wondering if he's a good surgeon! Don't want just anybody , because I have heard this doctor has a dealth on his belt when I googles him?

I am having the lapband and wondering if he's a good surgeon! Don't want just anybody , because I have heard this doctor has a dealth on his belt when I googles him?

Hi I had surgery on Dec 7th 2010 and he was my surgeon ! I believe you may be thinking of Dr George Tashjian, Yes he has a death on his record not sure what came of it! I first went to Dr T as they call him in the Covina office! My first meeting was not pleasant, He is arrogant and rude! I went home and spoke to Armando who was/ is my weight loss consultant! I told him To get me a new Dr! By the time surgery was coming they had changed me to Atul Madan i did my research and was excited to see he was my Doctor! I didn't meet him until my surgery day but I was 100% confident in him! Couldn't be happier with the outcome and I go for my first fill at the end of January!

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Hi, I highly recommed Dr. David Davtyan. He is a LapBand surgeon and patient. He was able to lose the weight with the band and I also know that he is one of the pioneer doctors doing the procedure. He is very personable and patient. He came highly recommended and I'm glad I decided to go see him. He has a 'clean' record. No fatalities or even major complications. He is very thorough with his surgeries. He is a busy guy though. His office is packed on clinic days but that is expected from someone like him with his experience. He has several offices (he travels from to another different days of the week) but his 'headquarters' are Glendale and Cedars-Sinai. His office staff is also very attentive and has been working there for at least 5 years....that also gives you an idea of the quality of work. I know a few people there which now I consider them like extended family (!!). Call Nune or Arsin. Nune is the doctor's right hand person and she is very sweet and knows the office dealings inside out. My advise would be to call either Monday or Tuesday when the doc is doing surgeries and the office is less hectic. Wed or Thurs are extremely busy (clinic days). I was just there for an adjustment last Thursday and it was packed!!

You will not regret it!

Best of luck.

Regatas.

I had Lap Band surgery 4/29/10. Dr. Atul Madan was my Dr. I loved and trusted him very much. He is a good Doctor however you are right. He had a patient code on the table. A woman from Lawndale. Family pulled the plug dec. 26 2010. She was 52 years old. Family said she was healthy and just wanted to lose 50 pounds. This is the second patient this year to die at this clinic. The article was in the Daily Breeze I think tuesday. Another patient is suing b/c she was hospitalize for 2 wks after surgery due to an infection. The clinic had been in alot of trouble for using expired meds and several other citations. The original owners of the clinic are the Omidie Brothers. One of them had his licence revoked and the other is still there working. He is on probation for neglegance. From what I have read the clinic was shut down, and then re-opened in the Omidie Brother's Moms name.

I have heard that to! I would be having my surgery in Beverly hills California . Just was wondering about dr. Atul maden? I just don't want to let anyone do my surgery. How is dr. Maden? Have u researched hat did u find or hear?

Hi I had surgery on Dec 7th 2010 and he was my surgeon ! I believe you may be thinking of Dr George Tashjian, Yes he has a death on his record not sure what came of it! I first went to Dr T as they call him in the Covina office! My first meeting was not pleasant, He is arrogant and rude! I went home and spoke to Armando who was/ is my weight loss consultant! I told him To get me a new Dr! By the time surgery was coming they had changed me to Atul Madan i did my research and was excited to see he was my Doctor! I didn't meet him until my surgery day but I was 100% confident in him! Couldn't be happier with the outcome and I go for my first fill at the end of January!

I also went to Madan, and have my first fill on the 27th. I liked him, infact I went for a follow up in San Diego with Dr. Au,and was not satisfied with my visit., I may as well been talking to the wall I called and made another appt. with Madan. Even though I have to drive from San Diego to Beverly Hills, it is worth it because I have confidence in Dr. Madan. I also like the fact that you can email him on Facebook and he responds.

I am having the lapband and wondering if he's a good surgeon! Don't want just anybody , because I have heard this doctor has a dealth on his belt when I googles him?

I recommend Dr. Nazarian of Beverly Hills Physicians. Just had the Gastric bypass (2nd week post-op). Met several "lap-band" patients in the waiting room for appointment post op and every single person there was pleased with his knowledge, skill, attention to patient needs. PLUS his staff is awesome! Dr Nazarian has a clean record if you check for those history ratings.

I had Dr. Madan in Memphis. I highly recommend him. He is a very good doctor, extremely caring. I would still go to him if he were closer. But you will not beable to find a more knowledgable, caring doctor than Dr. Madan.

The Lap band is a safe procedure as long as it's done by the right surgeon! Beachcity girl pretty much stated everything right in regards to Dr Madan and the lawndale patient.

You have lots of surgeons to chose from in southern California! Everyone should do their research & have a consult with 2 surgeons. I would also contact your insurance company for recommendations too.

I would not go to this surgeon! I would chose a facility & physician that does not have the medical review board investigating the office & program.

Just remember he is working on very high risk patients. Dr. Madan is a wonder doctor but some things are out of his hands. They should explain the risks to you. And ofcourse even if you are not over weight there is always a risk when having surgery. So, if he does have a death on his record, just remember he is working with very high risk patients, and doing a fantastic job with them.

hi i am scheduled to have surgery with dr atul madan on july 7th and i looked him up on google because i as well dont just want anyone i also saw that he has had a death it concerned me but my consultant recommended him as one of the best surgeons for bariatric surgery i would like some positive feedback PLS! im super nervous but ready has anyone had him and if soooo is he good do u trust him with ur life!? i have a consultation with him nxt wk on wed july 22nd......

Dr. Madan was my surgeon, and he is excellent! I have had no complications from my surgery whatsoever and was banded on March 11. The moment I met him I liked him. He is a very caring dr. and gives you his personal cell no. You can text him anytime you want also. All the best to you with your surgery.

Dr. Madan was my surgeon, and he is excellent! I have had no complications from my surgery whatsoever and was banded on March 11. The moment I met him I liked him. He is a very caring dr. and gives you his personal cell no. You can text him anytime you want also. All the best to you with your surgery.

thanx soooo much i needed this badly thnx!

Did anyone have trouble getting their surgery date after the insurance approval. I'm a dr madan patient and the weight loss center people are ry dragging their feet. I have been approved since august and they haven't even called me to set up my pre op. I need some direction.

Dr Madan is an excellent surgeon and the only one I would let touch me. He did my surgery 10/21/11. I feel great and I am doing well. He checks on me often. He is a very caring MD. I did my research on him, and as a nurse I am very picky. He has an excellent record and a great bedside manner. He really cares about his patients and would never make a choice to jeopardize their well being. Dont believe everything you read on the internet. Especially from the LA Times. Every surgery has its mortaliity rates and this surgery is no different. There are risks. Dr Madan has literally performed thousands of this surgery and he is the best in my opinion! I recommend him absolutely.

Hi I had surgery on Dec 7th 2010 and he was my surgeon ! I believe you may be thinking of Dr George Tashjian, Yes he has a death on his record not sure what came of it! I first went to Dr T as they call him in the Covina office! My first meeting was not pleasant, He is arrogant and rude! I went home and spoke to Armando who was/ is my weight loss consultant! I told him To get me a new Dr! By the time surgery was coming they had changed me to Atul Madan i did my research and was excited to see he was my Doctor! I didn't meet him until my surgery day but I was 100% confident in him! Couldn't be happier with the outcome and I go for my first fill at the end of January!