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Nojan Toomari, DO, General Surgery, Encino, CA

NojanToomariDOFACS

General Surgery • Encino, CA

Colon & Rectal Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery

Advanced Minimally Invasive Robotic & Laparoscopic General Surgeon

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  • Office

    16661 Ventura Blvd Ste 408
    Encino, CA 91436
    Phone+1 818-570-1845
    Fax+1 818-860-1845

Summary

  • Dr. Nojan Toomari, FACS, is a Board Certified Robotic General Surgeon with specialized training from UC Irvine in Advanced Minimally Invasive Gastrointestinal & Bariatric Surgery. Recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, he served as Chief Resident and was named Surgical Resident of the Year in 2012 and 2013. He is the former Director of Gastroesophageal Surgery and former Director of General Surgery at Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, and the current Director of Robotic Surgery at Northridge Hospital Medical Center.

    Dr. Nojan Toomari, DO, FACS, a pioneering expert in robotic surgery, was the first in the San Fernando Valley to perform DaVinci Xi Robotic paraesophageal hernia repairs, and has been the highest volume robotic surgeon in the area. His unmatched expertise and dedication to innovation have made him a sought-after proctor for surgeons learning the robotic platform.

    Recognized by the SRC as a Surgeon of Excellence in both Robotic Surgery and Minimally Invasive Surgery, his commitment to superior patient care is unwavering. Specialties encompass complex hernia surgeries, reflux surgeries, and minimally invasive cancer operations of the stomach & intestines. Unique to his practice is the robotic minimally invasive approach to diastasis recti repair, offering a nearly scarless internal tummy tuck.

    In 2023 and 2024, Dr. Toomari was honored among LA Magazine’s Top Doctors in Surgery. Driven by a passion for minimally invasive surgery, he aims to restore patients’ health with fast recovery, and minimal scars & pain. His exceptional care has earned numerous five-star reviews, with patients saying he has given them "their life back". Dr. Toomari stays current in his field through continuous learning and teaching of other surgeons.

    • Toomari Surgery - ​MINIMAL INCISIONS, OPTIMAL OUTCOMES, PERSONALIZED CARE

    Personalized Attentive Care Dr. Toomari prides himself on personalizing his treatment to each and every patient, with a caring and attentive focus.

Education & Training

  • University of California (Irvine)
    University of California (Irvine)Fellowship, Advanced GI Minimally Invasive Surgery, 2013 - 2014
  • Arrowhead Regional Medical Center/Kaiser Permanente (Fontana)
    Arrowhead Regional Medical Center/Kaiser Permanente (Fontana)Chief Residency, Surgery, 2012 - 2013
  • Arrowhead Regional Medical Center/Kaiser Permanente (Fontana)
    Arrowhead Regional Medical Center/Kaiser Permanente (Fontana)Residency, Surgery, 2008 - 2012
  • College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
    College of Osteopathic Medicine of the PacificClass of 2008

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State License 2010 - 2025
  • AOA Board of Surgery Surgery
  • American Osteopathic Board of SurgeryGeneral Surgery
  • Surgical Review CorporationSurgeon of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Review CorporationSurgeon of Excellence in Robotic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Top Doctor in Surgery Los Angeles Magazine, 2023-2024
  • ASMBS Certification in Bariatric Surgery American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, 2015
  • Fellow American College of Surgeons, 2015

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • Providence Tarzana Performs 2,000th Robotic Surgery Procedure
    Providence Tarzana Performs 2,000th Robotic Surgery ProcedureOctober 8th, 2019

Committees

  • Peer and Chart Committee Member, Department of Surgery, Providence Cedars Sinai Tarzana Medical Ctr.
  • Peer and Chart Committee Member, Department of Surgery, Northridge Hospital Medical Ctr.

Professional Memberships

Industry Relationships

  • Proctor, Intuitive SurgeryProctoring and training of General Surgeons in the DaVinci Robotic Platform
  • Epicenter Surgeon / Case Observation, Intuitive SurgeryProctor and Epicenter Surgeon involved in training active surgeons in Da Vinci surgery.

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