Life Changing Success Stories

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Life-changing experience — truly beyond five stars

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Basseri and his entire office in Beverly Hills. This experience quite literally changed my life.

I suffered from severe hyperhidrosis for 38 years. If I had known sooner that this surgery existed, how smooth the process was, and how life-changing the results would be, I would have done this decades ago without hesitation.

From the very beginning, Dr. Basseri’s office went above and beyond. The staff worked tirelessly with my insurance company to get the procedure fully covered — something I honestly thought would never happen. We spent hours on the phone together, and not once did they give up or make me feel like a burden. They fought for me every step of the way, and that alone meant more than I can put into words.

Because of my condition, I had to undergo two separate surgeries within just a few months of each other. That alone can be stressful, but the entire team made the process feel organized, calm, and reassuring. The intake nurses, anesthesiologist, surgical staff, and Dr. Basseri himself were all outstanding — professional, compassionate, and truly caring.

One thing that truly sets Dr. Basseri apart is the personal level of communication he provides. Even to this day, I am able to text him directly if I have a simple question, and he responds incredibly quickly. Having that kind of ongoing, personal access to my surgeon is something I had never experienced before. It speaks volumes about how much he genuinely cares about his patients and about helping people who struggle with this condition.

Dr. Basseri is not only an exceptionally skilled surgeon, but a genuinely kind and compassionate human being. He took the time to explain everything clearly, answered every question, and never once made me feel rushed or dismissed.

The results have been nothing short of life-changing. Everyday things that most people take for granted — shaking hands, daily confidence, and not constantly worrying about sweating — are now part of my normal life. The freedom this surgery has given me is hard to fully put into words unless you’ve lived with hyperhidrosis yourself.

Because of how incredible this experience has been, my son — who also suffers from the same condition — will also be having this procedure. There is absolutely no question where we will go or who we trust to perform it.

Dr. Basseri and his entire team deserve far more than a five-star rating. If you are struggling with hyperhidrosis and feel hopeless, please know that there is real help — and this is the place to go.

This surgery didn’t just fix a medical condition — it gave me confidence, freedom, and a quality of life I never thought I’d experience. I’m forever grateful to Dr. Basseri and his team for changing my life in a way I will carry with me every single day.

If you have hyperhidrosis, you know that it is a condition that affects every aspect of your life—taking a toll on your mental & physical health. When I was 16 years old I had the ETS surgery and it changed my life for the better so when I found out there was another surgery (ELS) for my feet I was thrilled! I was also a little nervous since Dr. Basseri is the only surgeon in the country offering this procedure and to be honest it sounded too good to be true. With that being said, as soon as I did the phone consultation and thereafter met him in person I knew I was in great hands. He’s one of the only doctors I’ve ever met that truly understands the gravity of this condition and can empathize with your personal, lifelong struggles. The procedure went perfectly and now 3 months later there hasn’t been one drop of sweat from my feet and I’m sitting here getting a pedicure as I write this review. I know, incredible right?! When I say that I finally feel comfortable in my own skin I mean it. I’m no longer avoiding social outings, I can walk across the house without making puddles and I can wear all of the beautiful shoes I have always dreamt of wearing. I cannot recommend Dr. Basseri enough, I’ll be forever grateful for him and his team.

Truly appreciate everyone here! Its the absolute best experience. Great location. Very informative. Super Chill environment with even a abc pharmacy downstairs. Flew in from South Georgia back in October 2025, received the ETS procedure. Hope to possibly be returning by april 2026 for ELS( Lumbar) Highly recommend!! Dr. Basseri & Dr. Reisfeild as well as the anesthesiologist, nurse & staff are amazing! If you’re interested, its completely worth it!!! Also they recommended the cutest hotel down the road made for such a great stay. My hands & underarms are cured!!! Love the whole experience so much!!!

-BBaker

I got the ETS and ELS surgery both in 2025 and I’m very happy with the results! Dr Basseri and his team are incredibly supportive, kind, and willing to answer the million questions you may have (like I did). Dr Basseri walks you through the entire process and is always a text or phone call away to help with anything (pre and post op). I would recommend them to anyone interested in getting rid of their hyperhidrosis because they are the best. I have never received better care from any other doctor before. 10/10 recommendation!

My son who is 13 years old had the surgery done for hands and under arms. We are very happy with the outcome. Since the first interaction of me, reaching out to the facility all the way to the end and the post operation. The staff and doctors are absolutely amazing. They answered every question, they are very professional. I would definitely recommend.

I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Basseri and the entire team at The Center for Hyperhidrosis. From my first call to walking out after surgery, every single person was kind, professional, and unbelievably organized. The facility is spotless and calming, the staff explained everything clearly, and I felt genuinely cared for the whole time.

I had a lumbar sympathectomy for severe plantar hyperhidrosis. The process was smooth, on time, and I was kept comfortable throughout. Post-op instructions were clear, and the follow-up was attentive without being overbearing.

The best part? Results. I was up and out just two days later-shopping for my first pair of flip-flops ever. If you know, you know: that’s huge, life-changing.

My only regret is not doing this sooner.

Huge thank you to Dr. Basseri and the whole team for giving me dry feet!. If you’re on the fence, book the consult–you’ll be in the very best hands.

I had an amazing experience with the center of hyperhydrosis. I have struggled with sweaty hands and feet my whole life. I got the ETS surgery October 2025 and I have gained my confidence back. From the start the center for hyperhydrosis was helpful and made the experience easy. They were helpful with the insurance process even though I live in a different state. The surgery was life changing! I have anxiety and every person there made me feel safe and comfortable through the whole process. I’m so grateful for Dr. Basseri and the whole surgical team!! I will be planning to get the ELS surgery soon!

We had such a wonderful experience at the Center for Hyperhidrosis. Dr. Basseri was incredibly professional, compassionate, and thorough. He took the time to explain every detail of what would happen during my daughter’s surgeries and helped us truly understand why she suffers from hyperhidrosis.
The medical center itself and the entire staff were absolutely on point—kind, attentive, and reassuring every step of the way. We feel so grateful to have found Dr. Basseri.
My daughter who is 12yrs old has suffered from hyperhidrosis in her hands and feet since early childhood and thanks to Dr. Basseri, she is now completely symptom-free. We are beyond thankful and highly recommend him to anyone dealing with hyperhidrosis.

From our very first interaction, Dr. Eraj Basseri and his entire team went above and beyond. The early phone calls (especially those helping us navigate and secure insurance coverage) set the tone for the entire experience. Every question was answered thoroughly, every concern taken seriously, and not a single call went unanswered. On the day of surgery, the nurses and Dr. Basseri made both us and our son (15 years old) feel genuinely cared for and supported. They spoke directly to him, reassured him, and treated him with respect and warmth, which made an intimidating experience feel calm and manageable. We never once felt rushed or overlooked.
Dr. Basseri’s expertise is undeniable. Our son’s surgery for hyperhidrosis of the hands and armpits went smoothly, and his recovery exceeded our expectations. He experienced no post-surgical complications, healed quickly, and had minimal discomfort. The incisions were small, clean, and healed beautifully. The precision, professionalism, and confidence of Dr. Basseri and his team gave us complete peace of mind throughout the entire process.
This procedure has changed our son’s life in ways that are both profound and deeply moving. Just the other day, he put on his snowboarding gloves and stopped in amazement because his hands were dry. No soaking through the gloves. No anxiety. No embarrassment. Even more meaningful, his confidence at school has returned. He is no longer distracted by the constant fear of when the sweating might start or whether teasing might follow. Perhaps the clearest sign of this transformation: he has started wrestling – a sport he never would have considered before surgery. Watching him reclaim confidence and freedom has been incredible.
We give Dr. Eraj Basseri and the Center for Hyperhidrosis our strongest, most enthusiastic recommendation. For any parent whose child is suffering from a deep insecurity caused by hyperhidrosis, and who is looking for a responsible, compassionate, and highly skilled medical team, look no further. Dr. Basseri and his staff do more than perform a procedure. They changed our family’s, and more importantly, our son’s life.

I have struggled with hyperhidrosis my entire life, I heard about Dr. Basseri and his clinic on instagram and thought to myself this is too good to be true. I did some research and had to fight with my insurance to cover it- but both procedures were totally worth it. While, I do have compensatory sweating I’d chose it a million times over having my hands and feet drenched constantly. These surgeries have changed my life and I’d recommend anyone with hyperhidrosis to Dr. Basseri and his wonderful team.

I am in the military and we’re always shaking hands. I used to try to avoid it as much as possible due to my condition. I regret not doing this surgery sooner. This surgery has made me more confident and completely changed my life. Thank you to Dr. Basseri and his team. They were great

I finally made the decision to do something about my excessive sweating in my hands, pits, and feet. At the Center for Hyperhydrosis the staff and doctors there were all very welcoming and really took the time to help me understand the process of the surgeries. The results from this procedure have been life altering and it has given me my confidence back. If anyone else is out there struggling with the same issues, I highly recommend this center to help to give you that better quality of life.

I am 45 years old and have lived with hyperhidrosis my whole life in both my hands and feet . Well up until about 7 months ago when I had the surgery for my hands . Let me tell you that I could not be happier with the outcome! Not only do my hands not sweat anymore but my feet have also drastically improved as a result. Dr Basseri and his team are amazing. The post surgery was not bad at all either. I was working out again after about 2 weeks . If you are suffering with this I would highly recommend you make an appointment and get the surgery done . It’s the end of August and very hot where I am and I am typing this with completely dry hands ! Thank you Dr Basseri and team. God bless you all

I have struggled with hyperhidrosis for 27 years! I’m a registered nurse and love to network with people and touch and hug friends and family. All of which was extremely challenging when worrying about my palmar and facial hyperhidrosis. Dr. Basseri and his team are so kind, empathetic and understanding. THESE are the experts. They are worth a flight and stay in Beverly Hills– this procedure has already completely changed my life. I had so much fear prior to meeting Dr. Basseri about potential side effects from ETS surgery (such as compensatory sweating), but with his knowledge and expertise, these things are nowhere even close to being a problem in my life post surgery (like some of the things you may read on the internet). I’m more confident than ever and I’m just so thankful I finally did it. My only regret is not having done it sooner! The entire team was nothing short of amazing. I can’t thank them enough for changing my life and taking such great care of me.

If you are reading this please take this as your sign to schedule the surgery! Doctor Basseri and his entire team provide first class medical care. I felt very well taken care of at the center. I spent ten years avoiding ETS surgery because I spent too much time fearing it due to negative online forums about the procedure. Modern medicine and ETS surgery have come a long way and I wish I’d done this sooner. I had my surgery in May 2025 and it has absolutely improved my quality of life . My palmar hyperhidrosis is completely gone! Post surgery I have very minor compensatory sweating on my lower back (only when working out and in the heat) which is very manageable. This however, is nothing in comparison to the amounts I used to drip on my hands. I also knew going in what to expect after the procedure because it was thoroughly explained in my pre-op appointment. I cannot say enough how amazing my results have been and how much my life has improved post ETS. I no longer live with the crippling anxiety or embarrassment from this condition and I wish the same for all of you reading this.

My son had his surgery in May 2025. We were nervous about the whole process but after talking to Dr. Basseri, we both were convinced that this is the right procedure to permanently fix my son’s sweaty hands condition. Dr. Basseri and his staff are so caring and personable. My son was totally comfortable and happy going into the surgery. Post surgery, everything happened as expected. Dr. Basseri called several times to follow up with my son recovery process. We could not be any happier with the result. Thank you so much for making a difference in my son’s life.

Dr B and his staff were amazing. Very hospitable and patient. Dr B is so personable and checked on me after surgery many times. The surgery was an overall easy and quick recovery. The process was well explained and executed perfectly. My life has changed and I am so thankful for finding Dr B!

When I first found the Center I was enthusiastic that there was a surgery that addressed my excessive hand sweating. From start to finish the entire experience was top notch. The staff guided me through the process and was there to answer any questions I had. Prior to the day of surgery Dr Basseri personally introduced himself and once the day came I felt 100% comfortable!. The results were immediate and I am still in disbelief that after all these years I can finally live my life to the fullest!!!

I received this surgery for my hands back in May, and only wish I had done it sooner. It has been absolutely life changing. Dr. Basseri and his team were absolutely amazing, they made me feel extremely safe and comfortable as I had not had surgery like this before. Recovery was quick and I was back to normal life the next week. I can’t wait to go back to get the surgery for my feet too!!

My daughter had surgery in April 2025. Our family had an amazing experience with Dr. Basseri and his staff. The nurses were an amazing support to her before and after surgery and Dr. Basseri went above and beyond to make her feel comfortable and safe. Would 100% recommend for anyone who suffers.

I had surgery September 2024 with Dr. Basseri for excessively sweating palms. Dr. Basseri and the entire staff were exceptional. They were incredibly warm and made me feel at ease, waving away any anxiousness I felt awaiting the surgery. They made the whole process simple and he walked me through every step before, explaining exactly what he was going to do. After the surgery, the entire staff was very patient and made sure everything was perfect! Recovery was quick and easy and I am forever grateful for this surgery! I wish I had done it sooner!

Dr. Basseri and the staff at the Center for Hyperhidrosis exceeded my expectations! The entire experience made me feel super comfortable and at ease. Dr. Basseri spoke with me on the phone several times prior to surgery to answer questions and address concerns. I, like many, had concerns about side effects, and he put me in contact with previous patients to hear about their experiences. Following surgery, Dr. Basseri reached out directly for several weeks to see how I was recovering. These surgeries changed my life for the better in so many ways, and I just wish I would have known about them earlier. I have no regrets and would encourage anyone who is considering this to explore if it’s a good fit for you!

I’ve always suffered with sweaty hands my whole life, Dr Basseri is very understanding knowledgeable and caring, Felt comfortable the whole time with him and the nurses. Not having sweaty hands anymore is life changing. Would 100% recommend to anyone that has the opportunity for the surgery. My brothers are next for the surgery!

Long story short DO IT!!! My only regret is not doing it sooner. For years I researched potential remedies and solutions, but literally nothing worked; not meditation (i tried numerous ones), not any topical creams, not botox, not the iontophoresis machine (which in fact made my hyperhidrosis worse), nothing! I had lost all hope. When I reached the point where my hyperhidrosis was literally preventing me from my starting my career (my dream job), this is when I finally expressed to my mom and sister what I had been going through. Together we found Dr. Basseri and The Center For Hyperhidrosis! Out of all the doctors and medical professionals I have come across in my lifetime, I truly believe and felt like Dr. Basseri not only heard me, but also really cared about me and wanting to help me.

It has now been over a year since my ETS surgery and I still am in disbelief that this is my new reality:) Later I was fortunate enough to also be able to get my feet done (now 7 months post ELS) and I could not be happier! Everything just seems easier! And I love not wearing socks:)))

I am incredibly thankful and appreciative to Dr. Basseri and The Center For Hyperhidrosis for all that they have done for me!

The team and the surgery was everything we could have hoped for to help our son. We suffered way too long for such an easy, effective and comfortable experience. Would highly recommend. We are going for a second surgery for the feet soon after the hands was so successful. My athletic son is excelling in baseball and his confidence is high. He even had his first date!

I underwent both the ETS and ELS surgeries earlier this year and the results have been life changing! Dr. Basseri was amazing, taking the time to fully explain the procedure and answer all the questions I had. The team at both the office and surgery center were incredible and went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable! Before speaking to Dr. Basseri, I was hesitant about the surgery due to concerns about compensatory sweating. He explained that it’s minimal and predictable, only occurring in situations where anyone would sweat, like hot weather or when working out. I have found it to be completely manageable and so much better than living with dripping hands!

Dr Basseri and his team are the absolute best! I underwent ELS surgery in December and the results are PERFECT! Everyone was so welcoming and supportive throughout the entire process. I cannot thank them enough for everything!!

Dr. Eraj Basseri was incredibly knowledgeable and explained everything in a way that I could understand and he provide me the best and most individualized medical care possible. I felt very comfortable and confident in his hands and also he provide excellent aftercare. Thank you

I have never had a better medical experience. THANK YOU THANK YOU to Dr. Rafael Reisfeld and his entire staff for everything. The entire experience was timely, met with clear expectations, work was professional, and the staff treated me as if I was their own family. I want to not only thank Dr. Reisfled but also Shoshana, Maryana, Randy and Dr. Sullivan for treating me with so much care. I would recommend this to anyone.

My son suffered with sweaty hands. In school, he couldn’t hold a pencil and his paper would get all wet. For friends/parents of teenagers going through this, I can tell you it’s life altering. The depression and hopelessness that it will never get better is real. You are worried every waking moment about hiding and/or drying your hands. My son was ready when he turned 18. After the surgery his hands were warm and DRY! No compensatory sweating, no scarring, just a very happy and RELIEVED son. He now saw a future free of this anxiety. And he is the thriving.
Dr. Besseri is a wonderful surgeon and kind person. He followed up with me and my son the day of and every day after. He made himself available if we had questions or concerns. The surgery center is top notch, clean with professional and caring staff. I cannot tell you strongly enough how LIFE CHANGING this surgery was for my son. Don’t let your loved one suffer when there is a solution.

I’m so grateful this place exists. I’m in my late 40’s and suffered from Hyperhidrosis of the hands and feet my entire life. This has caused several issues over the years ranging from social anxiety to physical limitations. After copious amounts of research, I decided to set up a consolation with Dr. Basseri and decided to take the leap. So glad I did! Dr. Basseri preformed the thoracic sympathectomy (for the palms) 6 months later. I was so happy with the outcome, I scheduled the lumbar sympathectomy the following year. It was a game changer for me. Wish I discovered them years ago. Grateful for Dr. Basseri and Dr. Reisfeld!

My husband went to Dr. Reisfeld in 2001 to cure his Hyperhidrosis – it was a life-changing surgery. After dealing with the embarrassment of wet palms for his whole life, avoiding shaking hands with business associates and trying not to smear and soak contracts- this was one of the best decisions he ever made.

Unfortunately our daughter inherited the

condition. We took her to Dr. Reisfeld- at age 14 she had the surgery done and now she gets to enter high school without suffering with dripping wet hands.

Thank you Dr. Reisfeld and all of the other doctors and nurses and staff at Center for Hyperhidrosis! We can’t thank you enough!!

OMG–I’m dry!! I cannot believe it! What a life changing experience for me…Whoever is on the fence or considering, look no further. I’ve suffered with hyperhidrosis for about 30 years (right around puberty). I had surgery in my early 20’s, which was successfully, but it only cured my hands and underarms. It didn’t cure my feet 🙁 Hyperhidrosis was not really a known medical condition when I was younger and I seemed like I was the only one suffering with this condition. Luckily, I did find a doctor who was able to help, but it was only for the hand and underarms. Several years after my surgery, I started having compensatory sweating in other areas of my body I never had issue before. This was a gradual effect and then it became out of control towards my 40’s. Once again, I started to do a ton of research, I tried several homeopathic alternatives (medication wasn’t an option for me), but nothing seemed to help. Finally, I came across the Center For Hyperhidrosis (CFH). I discovered CFH is the ONLY center who cures the feet (plantar) area. It seemed too good to be true. And not only that, CFH does an entirely different procedure than the one I did 21 years prior. New technology + knowledge = no crazy compensatory sweating!! Yaaah!! I kicked the tire for a couple of years, since I still was worried that I “might” still get compensatory sweating, but I finally had the procedure in Dec of 2021. I’m so very glad I did it and should have trusted my gut much earlier. One great thing, I was able to discuss everything over the phone directly with Dr. Bassier before I made any decisions. What also encouraged me tremendously, was that I was able to communicate with several of Dr. Bassarie’s past patients. They were all so kind to share their stories, which I could 100% relate too. I was super excited every time I spoke to someone, and at that point I was convinced!
Not only was the surgery a HUGE success, I have to give 5 Stars to Dr. Basseri and his staff. They are first class and so professional. His office was immaculate, his entire team from intake to post op were amazing. I felt like I knew everyone the moment I arrived for my pre-op. I’m still in touch with the center and Dr. Basseri if I have any questions. They’re so quick to respond and so helpful. I promise you, you’re in great hands if you do decide to have the procedure–it’s a life changer for sure!
I’d do this over and over again! I’m dry and finally got a foot message today. It was incredible! Ha! Never would have imagined that. I still cannot believe the results. I’m amazed and thankful everyday. Thank you again Dr. Basseri 🙂

Thank you Dr. Basseri and Team! Truly life changing for my daughter. The quality of care, follow-up and office experience was top notch. We are so grateful we found this center. We highly recommend this center for anyone suffering Hyperhidrosis.

I was so happy to have found the Center For Hyperhidrosis when I did! I’ve dealt with hyperhidrosis for 27 years, and I had no idea that there was even a diagnosis, or that it could be treated effectively. I tried all of the creams and treatments that were available, and nothing really worked at all. I had previously had my surgery for sweaty palms with my Kaiser doctor here in San Francisco, and that went very smoothly. I spent one night in the hospital, and honestly felt like I could’ve used another, which I should’ve taken as everything is covered at Kaiser. I was surprised to hear that for the foot surgery, Dr. Basseri said that I would be able to go home that day. I certainly had a difficult recovery from the hand surgery, as my lungs felt weak for sometime afterwards, and the pain management was a bit tricky for the first two days.

I expected similar recovery time and treatment from the Center For Hyperhidrosis, and if I’m being honest, I wish that they did offer this. Because most people are flying in for this surgery, They are often getting into an Uber and going back to their hotels to recover, when I find that it probably would’ve been much more comfortable, and made me feel safer, to have been able to stay in the hospital, or facility overnight. However, the process was very smooth with Dr. Basseri and his team. I flew in on Thursday morning to Beverly Hills, I went in for my in person, preop consultation, and this went very smoothly! They walked me through every single step of the surgery, and the process and the recovery, and showed me where everything would happen and talk to me about, all of the little details that might have slipped before hand. The one thing I do wish is that I was more prepared for this consultation. I was told that I would need to come in to their office for a consultation the day before my surgery, however, I was not exactly sure what would happen during this appointment. While I have the entire day free because I flew to LA for the surgery, I did not realize I would be there for hours going through every single detail of both my medical situation, and what procedure was to come the next day. Moving forward I think they should definitely give a little summary on what to expect on that day, but I don’t want that to take away from the fact that I was very grateful to have that time and guidance before the big day.

Everything went super smoothly for my surgery, I had massive anxiety, and they helped me with that, and gave me some thing for that, I don’t remember much from the day, but I do remember waking up immediately with dry feet, and my feet have not sweat again since then! After the surgery for my hands, I was left with a lot of compensatory sweating in areas of my body, that I normally did not sweat before, but after this surgery, I found that overall compensatory sweating has gone down, which is an amazing, added bonus! I also want to add that Dr. Basseri has been incredibly attentive and responsive. He really doesn’t go more than 10 minutes without responding to a text message whether it’s a question a comment or really just want to discuss some thing we’re feeling uneasy about or may be a side effect from a medication. He makes himself very available, even right when he gets out of surgery, and I found this to be very helpful and made me feel so much more at ease, knowing that he was there if I needed him.

The last bit of feedback I will give here is that I also wish I had clear expectations when it came to scarring. I actually had no idea that they would be making three incisions on each side of my abdominal section until the week of. As someone with brown skin, I wish I knew this because my skin scars and creates dark spots very easily and quickly and I would’ve been more on top of getting scar cream and scar tape. This was really not mentioned to me or suggested until I asked about it and followed up. Otherwise, this is a great team of very passionate people, and they took amazing care of me. If you’re hesitating, having the surgery, I would just do it! It is absolutely life-changing and I wonder if Dr. Basseri will share this technique in the future so that other doctors can help their patients around the country.

Dr. Basseri is wonderful. I recommend him and the Khalili Center if you want to get weight loss surgery. Recently I had my check up and I have kept off over 100 pounds. I am healthy now. Dr. Basseri has been a big cheerleader. I am very thankful to him.

Dr. Basseri started out being the best doctor I have ever met. He was so polite and helpful and he was a great surgical doctor for me I had gastric banding in 2012 and he has been very professional and helpful to me. But lately I have found his demeanor and tardiness as offensive and his lack of time with me as rude. I understand that doctors are busy, but it would be better to set up better expectations in the beginning of the relationship. Then I would know what to expect. I do love the Khalili Center and I am very happy I got banded.

I was referred to Dr Basseri by my PCP for gastric bypass surgery, his professionalism and really warm manner put me at ease and his confidence was very well received. Follow up care post operatively has been very thorough and complete, access to him for any questions or appointments has been easy and very prompt. I can’t recommend him and his associates at the Khalili Bariatric Center enough.

Go no further. You have found the place.

I just had my Lap Band Surgery done with Dr Basseri, and the surgeons at the Khalili Center. The process was just out of this world great, Dr Basseri gave me the much needed support I needed to go through this life changing step. Early I was not ready to do any type of surgery, with my weight out of control, and my health getting worst by the day, I had to do something. Two of my buddies got the lap band (not with Dr Basseri,) one did it out of a office in Irvine, CA that did his surgery in Mexico, which I do not know why after all the horror stories you hear. Another one of my friends did it through his HMO, do not know the name of the doctor, once these two had done the surgery, came 2011, I started looking into the process and searching many doctors. Came across Doctor Basseri through a friend, after a couple meetings and a lot of research, I found this to be my doctor, and must I say, I made the correct choice. They facility looks like it is straight out of a movie, very nice. Free valet parking, you get that 90210 feel. They support groups where just great, people from all walks of life, people who are doing the surgery and people who had it done. The support groups are free, so I had a chance to feel in those couple of questions I had left over to ask.I was having some financial problems and almost canceled the surgery, but Doctor Basseri called me and told me “Alex, if money is the issue, do not worry about it, but if your changing your mind because of something else, that is different.” I was almost in tears, no doubt about it, they helped me get to the goal amount I needed to push through the surgery. I am typing this the day after my surgery, and I feel great. I’m moving around, at back to work (depending on your line of work, you might not be able to go back to work.) I work behind a computer, so it is simple for me.A little about the surgery, another reason I went with the Khalili center was because they used Cedars-Sinai Hospital to do the surgery, rather then in house. The problem with in house Lap Band surgery is that if your heart stops, most likely they will have to call an ambulance to come take you to a hospital, if your in a hospital they have the tools within seconds and can attempt to start your heat back up. It is very rare for your heart to stop, but hey, you do not want to be that one.