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David Davtyan, MD, General Surgery, Glendale, CA

David Grigor Davtyan MD FACS, FICS, FASMBS

General Surgery•Glendale, CA

Bariatric Surgery, Breast, Hepatobiliary Surgery, Surgical Oncology (Other than Breast)

Board-Certified General Surgeon | Bariatric Surgery & Surgical Oncology Specialist

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  • 1141 N Brand BlvdSte. 501Glendale, CA 91202

  • Phone+1 877-923-7546

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Summary

  • Dr. David Davtyan, MD, FACS, FICS, FASMBS is a board-certified general surgeon with over 30 years of experience in bariatric surgery, surgical oncology, and advanced gastrointestinal procedures. He is recognized for his expertise in minimally invasive weight loss surgery, including Lap-Band, gastric sleeve, and gastric band removal, as well as complex cancer and hepatobiliary surgery. Dr. Davtyan completed his surgical residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and a fellowship in complex general surgical oncology at UCLA. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the International College of Surgeons.

    Dr. Davtyan is dedicated to providing patient-centered, evidence-based care for people with obesity, gastroesophageal reflux, gastric cancer, and breast cancer. He is known for his commitment to safety, innovation, and long-term patient outcomes. His research and publications have advanced the field of bariatric and cancer surgery, and he is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences.

    Dr. Davtyan practices at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Marina Del Rey Hospital, and Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, with primary offices in Glendale and Rancho Cucamonga, California. He has received multiple honors, including a fellowship from the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery and an honorary doctorate from Yerevan State Medical University.

    Patients and colleagues trust Dr. Davtyan for his surgical skill, leadership, and compassionate approach. He offers comprehensive solutions for weight loss, cancer, and gastrointestinal conditions, helping people achieve better health and quality of life.

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Clinical Expertise

  • Gastroesophageal reflux, Gastric cancer, Bariatric medicine, Morbid obesity, Stomach cancer, Obesity and obesity-related disorders, Obesity and weight management, Breast surgery, General surgery, Stomach surgery, Bariatric surgery, Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding, General / Gastrointestinal surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary surgery, Minimally invasive bariatric surgery, Skin cancer surgery, Sleeve gastrectomy, Gastric restrictive surgery, Gastric band removal, Intragastric balloon placement, Laparoscopic adjustable gastric band removal, Medical weight loss, obesity, Breast cancer surgery, Weight Loss Surgery, Oncological Surgery, Gastric sleeve surgery, Orbera gastric balloon, Obalon gastric balloon, Lap-Band, Lap-Band surgery

Education & Training

  • University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
    University of Texas Health Science Center at HoustonResidency, Surgery, 1992 - 1996
  • UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center
    UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical CenterFellowship, Complex General Surgical Oncology, 1990 - 1992
  • University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
    University of Texas Health Science Center at HoustonInternship, Surgery, 1989 - 1990
  • David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
    David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLAClass of 1989

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1990 - 2026
  • Surgery
    American Board of Surgery Surgery
  • Obesity Medicine
    American Board of Obesity Medicine Obesity Medicine

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Fellow ( FICS ) International College of Surgeons
  • A Toast to the Masters INAMED Health, 2004
  • Honorary Doctor Title Yerevan State Medical University, Armenia, 2000

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Surgical Treatment of Obesity: Questions Physicians Often Ask About Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding  
    Camelia A. Davtyan, MD., David G. Davtyan, MD., Consultant VO.44 NO.8, 7/1/2004
  • Surgical Treatment of Obesity: Questions Physicians Often Ask About Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding  
    Davtyan C, Davtyan D, Consultant, 1/1/2004
  • Treatment of Obesity in the Female Patient  
    Camelia A. Davtyan, MD., David G. Davtyan, MD., The Female Patient a Peer-Review Journal VOL. 28, NO. 8, 8/1/2003

Lectures

  • "Lap-Band System in the treatment of Obesity" 
    1/1/2003
  • "Obesity: Old problem, New Solutions: the Role of Laparoscopic Adjsutable Gastric Banding" 
    1/1/2003
  • "Lap-Band: A new tool against obesity" 
    1/1/2002

Other

  • A Lap-Band Revolution Dr. Davtyan's Personal WLS Journey. 
    Davtyan D, OH Magazine
    1/1/2006
  • Obesity Help 
    Davtyan D, Interview, OH Magazine Issue 2
    1/1/2006
  • Introducing Lap-Band as a new method of obesity treatment. 
    Davtyan D, Television Interviews on Russian and Armenian cable networks (2002, 2003)
    1/1/2003

Press Mentions

  • Los Angeles Bariatric Surgeon, Dr. David Davtyan, Honored as Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (FASMBS)
    Los Angeles Bariatric Surgeon, Dr. David Davtyan, Honored as Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (FASMBS)November 4th, 2024
  • Los Angeles Weight Loss Surgery Specialist, Dr. David Davtyan, Agrees with the Recent Reuters Article About the Alarming Trend Toward Obesity
    Los Angeles Weight Loss Surgery Specialist, Dr. David Davtyan, Agrees with the Recent Reuters Article About the Alarming Trend Toward ObesityMarch 10th, 2023
  • The Weight Loss Surgery Center of LA Founder Dr. David Davtyan Points to Recently Completed 40-Year Study on Weight Loss Surgery Confirming Benefits of Bariatric Surgery
    The Weight Loss Surgery Center of LA Founder Dr. David Davtyan Points to Recently Completed 40-Year Study on Weight Loss Surgery Confirming Benefits of Bariatric SurgeryFebruary 13th, 2023

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Other Languages

  • Armenian, Italian, Romanian, Russian, Spanish

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