Stuart Abel

Dr. Stuart Abel is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, affiliated with Keck Medicine of USC. He specializes in Bariatric Surgery, Gastrointestinal Surgery, and Foregut Surgery, with a focus on minimally invasive techniques to improve patient outcomes and recovery experiences.

Dr. Abel graduated from Rush University Medical College and completed his general surgery residency at the Mayo Clinic. He furthered his training via a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at Vanderbilt University. His academic contributions span 14+ peer-reviewed articles since 2011, emphasizing bariatric surgery innovations, robotic techniques, and healthcare equity.

His research interests include postoperative emergency management, robotic esophagectomy advancements, and socioeconomic factors in bariatric care access. He actively participates in medical education and surgical innovation to shape future surgical practices.

Dr. Abel sees patients at locations in Glendale and Los Angeles, CA, and is board-certified in general surgery. He prioritizes holistic patient care and remains committed to advancing less-invasive surgical solutions.