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Welcome to Long Island Laparoscopic Surgery

Dr. Arif Ahmad - Founder and Director of the Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence at Mather Northwell Hospital

The da Vinci Surgical System

Patient Testimonials

Joan Jenkins’ Story

Patient Testimonials – Penny's Story

Patient Testimonials – Richard

Patient Testimonials – Suzanne

Patient Testimonials – Cem

Patient Testimonial – Maureen

Patient Testimonial – Janet

Patient Testimonial – Claudia

Weight Loss Surgery by Dr. Arif Ahmad

Dr. Ahmad Talks About the Major Advantages of Robotic-Assisted Surgery

Dr. Ahmad Performing Robotic Sleeve Gastrectomy

Dr. Ahmad Discusses the Advantages of Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy

Dr. Ahmad Discusses Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass

Dr. Ahmad Talks About Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding

Weight Loss Surgery Animations

Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding

Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy

Weight Loss Surgery Experience

How Obesity Surgery Helps People Reclaim Their Lives

My Moment of Truth – Is the LAP-BAND® System Right for Me?

Carnie Wilson’s Journey- Her Revisional Weight Loss Surgery

General Surgery

When to Consider Nissen Fundoplication Surgery for Acid Reflux?

Dangers of Ignoring Acid Reflux Symptoms

Signs and Symptoms of a Hernia

7 Benefits of Robotic Surgery

Did You Know That Acid Reflux Can Be Treated Surgically?

Tips for Preventing a Hernia

Treatment for GERD

What Causes Acid Reflux?

What to Expect During and After Gallbladder Surgery

Dr. Ahmad Performing Robotic Ventral Hernia Repair

Dr. Ahmad Performing Robotic Femoral Hernia Repair

Dr. Ahmad Performing Robotic Paraesophageal Hernia Repair

Dr. Ahmad Performing Robotic Cholecystectomy

Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Laparoscopic Splenectomy

Bariatric Education

Benefits of Robotic Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass

Common Bariatric Misconceptions

Vitamins Bariatric Patients Should Take

Laparoscopic Surgery Can Cure Type 2 Diabetes

Improve Sleep Apnea with Weight Loss Surgery

New Year, New You! Start Your Weight Loss Journey Today

Looking for a Bariatric Surgeon?

Keys to Success from our Dietitians

Do You Qualify for Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

Rewire Your Brain with Weight Loss Surgery

5 Reasons to Have Weight Loss Surgery This Summer

Robotic Surgery Helping Fight Obesity

What Are the Different Types of Weight Loss Surgery?

7 Tips for Preparing for Weight Loss Surgery

Other Education

Benefits of Keeping a Food Journal

Dr. Arif Ahmad shares solutions for chronic acid reflux using robotic surgery.

5 Steps to Start Your Exercise Routine

Tips for Using Herbs and Spices

Winter Blues? Take a Hike

Our Patients Are Our Greatest Gift

Eat Up! Holiday Foods that Are Healthy

Benefits of Eating Fiber

How Exercise Affects Your Brain