George Mutafyan, MD, is a top-rated and board-certified weight-loss surgeon in Glendale, California, serving the greater Los Angeles metro area. He has performed thousands of bariatric procedures for patients to reduce their risk of obesity-related health conditions and boost their self-confidence. He views himself as a healer and listens intently to his patients to uncover the deeper reasons behind their requests for treatment.
Dr. Mutafyan offers a comprehensive array of care options, including gastric bypass, Lap-Band®, and vertical gastric sleeve, as well as general surgery for herniated discs, gallbladder disease, hernia repair, and varicose veins. He’s also skilled at minimally invasive procedures to reduce surgery risk and help patients heal faster.
After earning his medical degree, Dr. Mutafyan completed an internship in general surgery at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon, and a surgical residency at Michigan State University in East Lansing. He then went on to complete a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery, including the laparoscopic techniques he uses in his weight-loss surgeries, at the prestigious Duke University in Durham, North Carolina.
Dedicated to his profession, Dr. Mutafyan maintains active memberships in several medical societies, including the American College of Surgeons, the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery, and the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract.
Dr. Mutafyan is regarded as an expert in laparoscopic bariatric surgery and goes above and beyond to help his patients attain their health goals, including free membership to his medical weight-loss program. To schedule a consultation, call George Mutafyan, MD, today or book an appointment online.