Marc Bessler, MD, FACS
Aaron Roth, MD, FACS
Miguel Silva, MD, FACS

Center for Advanced Surgery
Columbia University
The Lawrence Hospital Center

55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville, New York 10708

(888) 900-2169

Dr. Marc Bessler
Dr. Marc Bessler
 Dr. Aaron Roth
Dr. Aaron Roth
 Dr. Miguel Silva
Dr. Miguel Silva

Serving patients seeking weight loss surgery in Westchester and the surrounding area

Marc Bessler, MD, FACS, Aaron Roth, MD, FACS, and Miguel Silva, MD, FACS, are skilled bariatric surgeons treating weight loss surgery patients at the Columbia University Center for Advanced Surgery at Lawrence Hospital. Dr. Bessler serves as a Professor of Clinical Surgery at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, and Director for Weight Loss Surgery at Lawrence Hospital; patients who would like to visit the Lawrence Hospital Center are encouraged to schedule an appointment with either of Dr. Bessler’s colleagues. Dr. Roth is an Assistant Professor at Columbia University. Dr. Silva is recognized as one of the first surgeons to perform the gastric sleeve technique and, along with Dr. Bessler, is among the most experienced bariatric surgeons in the New York area. He is also an Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery at Columbia University. Together, Drs. Bessler, Roth and Silva offer the most sophisticated weight loss surgery procedures available to patients in Westchester, White Plains and the surrounding areas.

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Drs. Bessler, Roth and Silva perform banded gastric bypass surgery, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery, gastric banding, gastric sleeve surgery, duodenal switch and revision bariatric surgery. All three doctors are well-trained in the latest laparoscopic surgical technique and use it whenever possible. Laparoscopic bariatric surgery involves the use of small surgical incisions and a small camera (laparoscope). When compared to traditional open weight loss surgery, the laparoscopic technique is less invasive and allows patients to experience a safer, smoother recovery with less tissue trauma and wound healing.

Drs. Bessler, Roth and Silva perform all weight loss surgery procedures at one of the surgical centers affiliated with the Columbia University/NYP Hospital, a nationally recognized network of leading-edge health care facilities. They are committed to an integrated approach to weight loss that combines the skills of bariatric surgeons with bariatric specialized nurse practitioners, registered dietician and a number of ancillary support professionals for maximum patient safety and comfort. This team approach encourages excellent results as well as successful weight loss surgery recovery, both emotionally and physically.

To schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Bessler, Dr. Roth or Dr. Silva and learn more about your weight loss surgery options, please contact their office at (800) 900-3707. Free weight loss seminars are also offered by the team on a bi-weekly basis.

What Do Patients Say About the Surgeons of The Columbia University Center for Advanced Surgery at Lawrence Hospital?

“The first thing I want to say to all who are considering surgery for weight loss is: DIETS DON'T WORK! All my life I've been overweight. I've tried everything, every kind of diet you can imagine. I went to the gym and worked out, but my weight yo-yoed up and down. I could never keep it off. My local internist recommended I see Dr. Bessler for bypass surgery. I was then 470 lbs. Fourteen months later I am down to 370 lbs. Having the surgery was the best decision I ever made. I had a lot of problems related to my weight. I had sleep apnea, which is now totally resolved. My high blood pressure has come way down. I had pain in my legs and that has cleared up, and I now have more energy than I can ever remember…The staff in the hospital couldn't have been nicer, and the nurses were terrific. I am thrilled I had it done…” — F.L.

“I remember my first meeting with Dr. Bessler. I looked like 9 months pregnant. Dr. Bessler described the procedure as he told me he could treat both my hiatal hernia and obesity. Before surgery, I weighed 264 pounds. 18 months after surgery, I was down to 170 pounds and am thrilled to buy size 10 clothes. I have had no stomach pain, no reflux, and no heartburn since waking up from surgery…” — L.L.

“I had surgery last January and after only three months I have lost 46 pounds. I had been to see six surgeons before I met Dr. Bessler. All were so eager for me to have the surgery they didn't even ask me if I wanted it or not, they just started the scheduling process right away. This bothered me so a friend who works at Columbia University found Dr. Bessler's name for me. I am very happy I choose him as my surgeon. He is wonderful, answered all my questions completely, and did not push me into having the surgery. His staff and everyone at the hospital are all very helpful and nice. I had high blood pressure and joint pain, which I don't anymore. I walk a mile a day. If I had it to do all over again, I'd have it done sooner. If I were to advise anyone thinking about the surgery, I'd tell them not to be scared and to be persistent in finding the right doctor…” — M.C.

More About the Surgeons of The Columbia University Center for Advanced Surgery at Lawrence Hospital

Marc Bessler, MD, FACS, completed his undergraduate education at Yeshiva University. He received his medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency in general surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center. He then underwent additional training programs covering all facets of bariatric surgery. Throughout his career, Dr. Bessler has held many prestigious medical appointments and is currently Chief of the Division of Minimal Access/Bariatric Surgery at the Columbia University Medical Center. He is an Associate Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and he is affiliated with a number of professional organizations, including the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons, the Association for Academic Surgery, the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract. Dr. Bessler has been performing weight loss surgery since 1996 and is recognized as a pioneer in the field.

Aaron Roth, MD, FACS, received his medical degree from the Chicago Medical School. He completed his surgical training at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Roth continued his education with a fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He is a former member of the Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery in White Plains.

Miguel Silva, MD, FACS, obtained his medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine, followed by an internship and residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He went on to complete an advanced program in laparoscopic bariatric surgery at Baptist Hospital in Miami. Dr. Silva is among the most experienced weight loss surgeons in the New York State area.

Dr. Bessler and his team also help Northern New Jersey and New York City weight loss surgery patients. To learn more, please visit our pages dedicated to this topic.

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