Paul T. Cirangle, MD, FACS
Gregg H. Jossart, MD, FACS

Laparoscopic Associates of San Francisco

1805 North California Street, Suite 206
Stockton, California 95204
 
(877) 362-0630

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Dr. Paul T. Cirangle
Dr. Paul T. Cirangle
 Dr. Gregg H. Jossart
Dr. Gregg H. Jossart

The doctors of Laparoscopic Associates are highly skilled weight loss surgeons who are leaders in the field of bariatric surgery. Drs. Jossart and Cirangle are certified by the American Board of Surgery and are among the most experienced bariatric surgeons in the United States. These surgeons are dedicated professional who are committed to providing patients with the most skilled care possible.

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Laparoscopic Associates offers a complete range of bariatric surgeries, including Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery, duodenal switch, vertical gastrectomy, and Lap band, all using the laparoscopic technique. Indeed, these surgeons are not just leaders in Northern California for weight loss surgery; they are pioneers in the field of laparoscopic surgery, each having made substantial contributions to the advancement of this revolutionary, minimally invasive surgical technique. These surgeons have played a role in making bariatric surgery a shorter procedure with faster recovery and less risk.

Laparoscopic Associates also has a team of dedicated professionals that aid each patient with detailed nutrition, exercise and health information. The doctors and staff provide expert care and compassionate support from the first consultation through years of follow-up. The hospitals where the surgeons perform weight loss surgery are designated as "Centers of Excellence."

What do Patients Say about Laparoscopic Associates

"Dr. Cirangle is wonderful! He's very kind, caring and knowledgeable about bariatric surgery. He made sure that I was comfortable about my choice with a RNY. I couldn't have chosen a better surgeon! I'm very grateful to have had him as my doctor. His office staff was professional, timely, courteous and caring! I was approved within 4wks of my initial visit. I was quite impressed. I would recommend Dr. Cirangle and his associates to everyone who wanted bariatric surgery because they really care about their patients and their well-being!" — Tamar

"When I first met Dr. Jossart he was great. He went through every surgery type very thoroughly. He helped me decide which surgery was best for me. He was a very nice doctor and was open to any questions. He provided me with a lot of information and I really feel like he will do a good job. My husband also liked the way he presented himself and gave us a good feeling about getting the surgery. He really emphasized a lot of after care of the surgery. You really need to watch yourself and take the vitamins so you don't lack vitamin efficiency. He went over all of the risks of surgery in detail. I understood everything very well. So far I would rate Dr. Jossart a 10." — Veronica

To schedule a private consultation and find out how weight loss surgery may be able to change your life, contact Laparoscopic Associates at (877) 362-0630.

More About the Surgeons of Laparoscopic Associates

Gregg Jossart, M.D., F.A.C.S. graduated from the University of Minnesota Medical School where he was awarded the Undergraduate Student Research Award. He completed his general surgical training at the University of California, San Francisco Medical School. He also completed a two-year specialty fellowship training program in endocrine surgery. He went on to complete specialty fellowship training in laparoscopic surgery at the prestigious Mount Sinai Medical School in New York under the direction of the world renown surgeons, Michel Gagner, MD and Barry Salky, MD.

Dr. Jossart is a Diplomate of the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a member of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), American Medical Association (AMA) and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). Since 1998, Dr. Jossart has limited his practice to advanced laparoscopic surgery, needlescopic surgery, endocrine surgery and laparoscopic surgery for morbid obesity. He has initiated and pioneered several new procedures in laparoscopic surgery, including the laparoscopic duodenal switch procedure for morbid obesity; laparoscopic gastric pacemaker for gastroparesis; and laparoscopic placement of a hepatic arterial infusion system for colorectal liver metastasis. He has authored numerous articles on these subjects and is often asked to speak to other surgeons about advancements in minimally invasive surgical techniques.

Paul T. Cirangle, M.D., F.A.C.S. was awarded his undergraduate degree from Washington University in St. Louis where he was the recipient of a full scholarship for academic excellence. He then attended the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences School of Medicine in Bethesda, MD, where he graduated in the top of his class. His surgical training was completed at Case Western Reserve University and University Hospitals of Cleveland.

Dr. Cirangle is a pioneer and thought leader in the field of laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery. He has been invited to speak and present his work both in the United States and Internationally. His areas of expertise include laparoscopic bariatric surgery (surgery for the treatment of obesity), laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery (surgery of the esophagus, stomach, colon and intestine), laparoscopic solid organ surgery (surgery of the pancreas, liver, spleen, and adrenal gland), laparoscopic biliary surgery (surgery of the gallbladder and bile ducts), laparoscopic hernia surgery, and minimally invasive spine exposure for spine fusion/disc removal. He has authored numerous original articles and book chapters on these topics.

Dr. Cirangle is a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners and the American Board of Surgery. He is a member of the American Medical Association (AMA), American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), International College of Surgeons (ICS) and American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS). He is also a member of Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) and serves as Chairman of the Public Information Committee for that society. He holds an academic appointment as an Assistant Professor of Surgery at The Uniformed Services University School of Medicine. Dr. Cirangle has the privilege of practicing in Hawaii as well as in the Bay Area. He is currently the Medical Director of the Surgical Weight Loss Center of Hawaii and The Minimally Invasive Surgery Center of Hawaii and the Pacific.

His practice is currently limited exclusively to minimally invasive, advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery.

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