Empowering you to take control of your future

The decision to pursue weight-loss surgery should be made with care and consideration. Choosing a surgeon with the skill and experience to help you safely reach your weight-loss goals is the first critical step. At Advanced Laparoscopic Associates, you will enjoy the expertise and care of not one but four highly qualified, board-certified surgeons. Dr. Hans J. Schmidt, Dr. Amit Trivedi, Dr. Douglas R. Ewing and Dr. Sebastian R. Eid are all compassionate, well-credentialed weight-loss surgery experts who are committed to putting your needs first. This means you’ll enjoy focused, personalized care and have the chance to build a lasting bond with your chosen physician. They will spend time with you to answer your questions and address your concerns. They will also walk you through the process step-by-step so you feel empowered to reach your agreed-upon goals.

Surgeons

Hans J. Schmidt, MD, FACS

Amit Trivedi, MD

Douglas R. Ewing, MD, FACS

Sebastian R. Eid, MD

Seema P. Dhorajia, DO

Clinical Staff

Kathleen Connor, RN, BSN, CBN

Nadia M. Setzer, MSN, RN, APN-C

Benson Philip, RPA-C

Marti Austin, MS, RD, CDN

Wendy Bennett, RD, CNSD

Office Staff

Kathleen Connor – Practice Manager
Christine Burns – Administrative Assistant to Kathleen Connor/Seminar Coordinator

Hazel – Billing Manager
Michele – Presurgical Supervisor
Nadira – Front-End Supervisor/Medical Billing
Lydia – Scheduling
Shannon – Insurance Specialist/ Pre-Admission Testing Coordinator
Caterina – Medical Billing
Donna – Medical Transcriptionist
Iris - Medical Billing
Camilla – Electronic Medical Records
Rae - Accounts Payable
Damion - Medical Assistant
Darlene - Medical Receptionist
Linda - Medical Receptionist
Chabelly - Medical Receptionist
Jessica - Medical Receptionist