Daniel E. Swartz, MD, FACS, FRCS(C)
Edward L. Felix, MD, FACS

Advanced Bariatric Center of Fresno

7060 North Recreation Avenue, Suite 101
Fresno, California 93720
 
(866) 443-5944

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Dr. Daniel E. Swartz		 Dr. Edward L. Felix
Edward L. Felix

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

Daniel Swartz, MD, FACS, FRCS(C) and Edward Felix, MD, FACS, are highly experienced, nationally and internationally recognized bariatric surgeons who have performed more than 4,000 successful weight loss surgeries. They specialize in laparoscopic bariatric surgery, a minimally invasive approach that greatly reduces patients' discomfort and risk of complications.

Dr. Swartz completed his surgical training at McGill University in Montreal, Canada, and served a fellowship in advanced laparoscopic surgery and surgical endoscopy at the University of Maryland. He began his career as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at the University of California, San Diego, where he developed a laparoscopic bariatric surgery program. He joined Dr. Felix at Advanced Bariatric Center of Fresno, California, in 2002, jointly managing this high-volume laparoscopic bariatric surgery practice. Drs. Swartz and Felix offer various surgical procedures, including laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, laparoscopic adjustable band and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy.

Dr. Felix completed his surgical training at the University of Illinois, and served a fellowship in surgical oncology at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. He began his career as an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Illinois before moving to Fresno, California, in 1978. One of the pioneers of laparoscopic surgery, Dr. Felix performed the first laparoscopic procedure in San Joaquin Valley and has since performed thousands of advanced laparoscopic operations.

Both Dr. Swartz and Dr. Felix have contributed greatly to the advancement of the field of laparoscopic surgery by establishing a laparoscopic bariatric surgery fellowship program and performing important research, the results of which have been published in many peer-reviewed medical journals. In 2007, Advanced Bariatric Center of Fresno began offering a specialized comprehensive medical weight loss program for patients who do not meet the criteria for bariatric surgery and/or are considered too high risk. This intensive, individualized six-month program involves the center's multidisciplinary team, including clinical psychologist, fitness trainer and nutritionist.

Drs. Swartz and Felix believe that obesity is a chronic condition that can have a devastating effect on one's physical and psychological well-being. This is why they are dedicated to helping their patients achieve safe weight loss and improve their overall health by providing them with advanced bariatric surgery procedures. Understanding that surgery is only the first step on the journey towards a healthier, happier life, Drs. Swartz and Felix offer their patients long-term guidance and support through follow-up visits, informational seminars, support groups and consultations with a dietician and a fitness specialist.

At Advanced Bariatric Center of Fresno, patients are treated with the utmost respect and compassion. Drs. Swartz and Felix personally meet with all of their patients to learn about their weight loss goals and perform thorough exams and medical history evaluations. They use this information to determine which bariatric procedure — Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, laparoscopic adjustable gastric band or laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy — is most suitable for each patient. Drs. Swartz and Felix take the time to explain the proposed treatment in great detail, including an open discussion of all possible complications. They also encourage their patients to ask as many questions as possible, and they provide clear, thoughtful answers. This extensive consultation process helps Drs. Swartz and Felix prepare their patients for surgery both physically and psychologically, which in turn leads to better treatment outcomes.

To schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Swartz or Dr. Felix and learn more about your weight loss options, contact Advanced Bariatric Center of Fresno at (866) 443-5944.

What Do Patients Say About Dr. Swartz and Dr. Felix?

"I could not be happier with my decision to have my Roux-en-Y surgery. I am three years post-op, and these have been the best three years of my life. Much of my success is due to the professional care I received from Dr. Swartz and Dr. Felix, who have taken excellent care of me through the entire process. As a result, I have achieved fabulous, healthy results. The office staff was always friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. I appreciate all of the education they provided and I look forward to my yearly follow-up appointments. Future patients of Drs. Swartz and Felix should know that they will be in excellent hands and should not hesitate to go ahead with their bariatric procedures." — Lana M.

"My surgery and recovery went so well that sometimes I wonder if it all was a dream. If it was not for the 90 pounds I have lost, I might think so. I got the best possible care from Dr. Felix, Dr. Swartz and their team. They take the time to educate you prior to the surgery, take excellent care of you during the surgery and provide great follow-up care. The office staff is always friendly and helpful, and they are always willing to answer questions. I think Dr. Felix's main strength is his surgical competence, and that is why I chose him. I give Dr. Felix a 10+ rating, and this is why I was willing to drive two hours to see the perfect surgeon." — Denise H.

"Dr. Felix was very friendly and upfront with me from the very first time I met him. On the day of surgery he made me feel very relaxed. The pre-op meeting with his staff was awesome. Everyone was extremely supportive and caring. During the post-op time in the hospital he came by to check on me and to let me know what to expect and what is expected from me. His bedside manner was fine and he really did make me feel as if I mattered. I would rate him one the finest doctors in this field." — Bertha L.

More About Dr. Swartz and Dr. Felix

Dr. Daniel Swartz

 

Daniel Swartz, MD, FRCS(C), received his Doctor of Medicine degree and Master of Science degree in Experimental Surgery from McGill University Faculty of Medicine in Montreal, Canada, where he also completed his general surgery residency. Dr. Swartz received specialized fellowship training in advanced laparoscopic surgery and surgical endoscopy at the University of Maryland. He then was appointed to the Department of Surgery at the University of California at San Diego, where he served as an Assistant Clinical Professor. He has conducted important research and published numerous articles in several renowned medical journals. Dr. Swartz is an active member of many highly regarded professional associations, including the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

Edward Felix, MD, FACS, received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois, where he also served his general surgery residency. In addition, Dr. Felix completed an advanced two-year fellowship at the highly regarded National Institutes of Health National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland. A former Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, Dr. Felix currently serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at the UCSF School of Medicine, in San Francisco. He is the author of several medical textbook chapters and numerous articles published in prestigious medical journals. Dr. Felix maintains active memberships with several prestigious professional associations, including the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and the American College of Surgeons.

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