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Avishai Meyer, MD, FACS

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Patient Rating:

4.9 49 ratings   Read all reviews

My Specialties:

Bariatric Surgery, Board-certified, Fellowship Trained; General Surgery

My Areas of Focus:

Gastrointestinal Surgery, Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, Bariatric Surgery, Hernia Surgery

Languages:

English

Gender:

Male

About Me:

Avishai Meyer, M.D. has a special interest in bariatric surgery, abdominal wall reconstruction and gastrointestinal diseases. He works with his patients on wellness and prevention. He is also interested in educating patients so that they can return to their respective communities and engage with others regarding disease prevention and/or surgery if needed. He is also active in the robotic surgery community nationally having performed and proctored over 700 cases to date. He loves teaching and mentoring residents in all aspects of their general surgery training.

Education:
Fellowship: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Residency: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Medical School: Sackler School of Medicine/ NY program - TAU
Masters of Science: University of Maryland
Bachelor of Science: university of Maryland
Training: General Surgeon and Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Meyer is a board certified surgeon with Legacy Medical Group-Oregon Surgical. Dr. Meyer earned his medical degree from Sackler School of Medicine/ NY program - TAU and completed his residency at the University of Nebraska, Omaha. He also received a fellowship in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery at the University of Nebraska. Dr. Meyer is a fellow with the American College of Surgeons. A specialist in bariatric surgery, his interests include gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy as well as revisions and post-bariatric complications. The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery has accredited Legacy Weight and Diabetes Institute as a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence.
Certification: BLS/ACLS - 2020
Year I Started Practice: 2012
Hospitals Served: Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center

Patient Rating

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Average Rating:  4.9 out of 5.0
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  Apr 16, 2026
The doctor spent a lot of time, explained very clearly and detailed the situation, the surgery method and steps, what to expect during and after the surgery. Many thanks.
  Feb 27, 2026
I usually prefer to see female doctors, but Dr. Meyer made me feel very comfortable. I am going to have surgery with him and feel like I'm in good hands.
  Feb 14, 2026
Dr. Meyer was AMAZING in explaining everything and allowing me options for my treatment
  Jan 31, 2026
Very nice interaction.
  Jan 28, 2026
I have the utmost confidence in recommending your practice and clinic to friends, family and strangers.
  Jan 10, 2026
Again, provider made me feel seen and understood. He was thorough in his questioning and it was easy to open up to him. Very pleasant experience.
  Jan 07, 2026
Dr Meyer was thurough and listened well. He was NOT condescending or rude in any way, and in fact was very pleasant.
  Nov 08, 2025
Dr. Meyer is not only highly skilled and demanding of highest standards, but has genuine and deep concern about patient questions and understanding of situations
  Oct 09, 2025
Very understanding explains in great detail very understandable has a very nice bedside manner and listens well
  Oct 08, 2025
Dr. Meyer was very pleasant and easy to talk to and relate information to and receive information from.
  Sep 05, 2025
Everything that is being done is explained to me. I'm asked if I understand and if I have any questions or comments about my care.
  Sep 03, 2025
He took the time to not only listen but also ask his own questions and make sure he got his required questions in the system answered also.
  Jun 30, 2025
Dr. Meyer is an excellent Physician.
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