Gastric Sleeve (outpatient)

As one of the nations leading authorities on hernia surgery, bariatric procedures and surgical robotics, Dr. Pakula has made it her life’s work to provide patients with the highest levels of compassion, expertise and personalized care.

With surgical expertise that includes a diverse range of hernia surgery options, robotic surgical procedures, bariatric and weight loss, as well as other general surgical procedures, Dr. Pakula is widely regarded as one of the most sought-after providers of gastrointestinal and endoscopic care in Ventura and Los Angeles County areas. Get to know the founder of our practice better by learning more about her education, experience, publications, and unwavering dedication to the patients she serves.

Regardless of whether you’re dealing with hernia issues, excessive weight gain, poor digestion or any number of other gastrointestinal challenges, Dr. Andrea Pakula brings both ample experience and the most leading-edge technology to every patient she serves. We invite you to learn why she’s regarded as one of the area’s most respected hernia surgeons, in addition to her other areas of expertise in gastric bypass, appendectomies and more.

Dr. Pakula uses the state of the art da Vinci robotic surgery system which is beneficial for performing both complex and routine surgery.

Using the robotic system gives Dr. Pakula enhanced dexterity and three dimensional visualization during her surgeries which allows her to perform smaller movements with extreme precision, all through tiny incisions eliminating the need for a large scar. Faster recovery and return to work is accelerated.