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Our Team

The UCLA Bariatric Surgery Program uses a team approach to provide the most comprehensive resources possible for the patient. The team members are involved in the patients care from screening through follow-up.

Surgeons

 

Amir Mehran, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery
Director of Bariatric Surgery
 

Erik Dutson, M.D.
Associate Clinical Professor of Surgery
Director of Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery Fellowship
Co-Director of the Center for Advanced Surgical & Interventional Technology

 

   

 Camellia Racu, M.D.

Clinical Instructor in Surgery 

 

 

 

 


 

Program Manager

  Maria Harrison, BSN, CMA

The program director is trained in the field of bariatric surgery. She is responsible for the daily operations of the program, as well as program development. She is a resource of information when preparing for surgery, providing tools to equip you for success and maintaining long-term outcomes.

Program Coordinator

 

Christina Cardenas
The program coordinator is available to assist patients through every step of the surgical process. She is a resource for information regarding the procedures, pre-operative instructions, surgery scheduling appointment scheduling, and insurance authorizations.


Registered Dietitian

    Yasmin Firouzman, RD
The dietitian assists in patient education, behavior modification and is a resource of dietary needs.

Clinical Psychologist

    Devon Kaiser, Psy.D
The psychologist specializes in the assessment and evaluation of identifying and treating emotional components of improper eating habits.

Administrative Assistant

  Magdalena Del Real
The administrative assistant is available to assist with scheduling new patient appointments.