A foundation in general surgery
Dr. Elariny is board certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. His training and career include general surgery, minimally invasive surgery, acute care, education and research.
At Advanced Laparoscopic and General Surgery Associates, PLLC, the current clinical focus is general surgical care and upper and lower endoscopy.
Education and teaching
- Medical degree from Louisiana State University Medical Center in Shreveport.
- General surgery internship and residency at the Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation.
- PhD in biochemistry from Louisiana State University Medical Center in New Orleans.
- Director of the minimally invasive bariatric surgery fellowship at Inova Fairfax Hospital, 2003–2015.
How that experience informs your visit
The consultation is an opportunity to connect the diagnosis to a treatment decision: what the proposed procedure can accomplish, what it cannot accomplish, and what alternatives deserve consideration. Clear explanations and a practical follow-up plan are part of that process.
Different needs, dedicated practices
For bariatric surgery and cosmetic services, visit the practices focused on those areas. ALAGSA’s patient information centers on general surgery and endoscopy.