Dr. Arif Ahmad, MD, FACS
Bariatric Surgeon
At a glance
4.88 stars (42 reviews)
98% are satisfied with this provider ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Kolkata Medical College & Hospital, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Works at Long Island Laparoscopic Surgery, P.L.L.C
Affiliated with Mather Hospital
Saint Catherine of Siena Medical Center and 1 more
4.88
42 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
4.4
Recent reviews
All my visits to this facility have been an overall great experience. The staff is welcoming & informative.
More than 1 year agoRP
Arif Ahmad does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time
Similar providers on Zocdoc
Top-rated
Closest to you
Available today
Dr. Craig Carpenter, MD
Psychiatrist
3.5 mi800 Cross Pointe Rd, Ste D, Columbus, OH, 43230
3.5 mi800 Cross Pointe Rd, Ste D, Columbus, OH, 43230
Rochelle Rashid-Nebel, RDN, MS
Dietitian
5.007 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
5.007 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
Michael Barnes, APRN, RN, NP
Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
4.8980 reviews
Columbus, OH, 43235
Next available: Apr 7Offers telehealth
4.8980 reviews
Columbus, OH, 43235
Next available: Apr 7Offers telehealth
Matthew Mazzino, RD, RDN
Dietitian
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
Andrea Rumschlag, RDN
Dietitian
5.0016 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
5.0016 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
Sarah Fortin, APRN, RN
Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
5.002 reviews
8 mi1015 E Broad St, Ste 112, Columbus, OH, 43205
Next available: Apr 8Offers telehealth
5.002 reviews
8 mi1015 E Broad St, Ste 112, Columbus, OH, 43205
Next available: Apr 8Offers telehealth
Kellie Greene, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner
4.8745 reviews
3 mi3870 Townsfair Way, N 103B, Columbus, OH, 43219
4.8745 reviews
3 mi3870 Townsfair Way, N 103B, Columbus, OH, 43219
Ranjana Lord, RDN
Dietitian
5.001 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
5.001 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
Caitlyn Garner, RD, MS
Dietitian
5.0019 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
5.0019 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Groin hernia surgery
Surgery on the esophagus, stomach, or upper small intestine
Bariatric surgery
Gallbladder removal
Upper GI endoscopy
Groin hernia surgery
Surgery on the esophagus, stomach, or upper small intestine
Bariatric surgery
Gallbladder removal
More about Dr. Arif Ahmad, MD, FACS
Arif Ahmad MD, FRCS, FACS is recognized as one of America’s top surgeons. He specializes in robotic and advanced laparoscopic surgery including bariatric, anti-reflux, and other surgical procedures in the abdomen. This surgery is done with small incisions and minimal pain and scarring. He is also trained in utilizing the DaVinci Robot. He was the first surgeon in the area to perform the laparoscopic gastric bypass and the robotic assisted gastric bypass. Dr. Ahmad has over 30 years of surgical experience. After completing medical school and residency, he trained in the UK and obtained the FRCS (England and Edinburgh). He then did an 18-month fellowship at Harvard Medical School. This was followed by another five-year residency at the University of Connecticut. He spent another year as a fellow, mastering the art of Laparoscopic Surgery at the University of Virginia. He headed the minimally invasive program at Stony Brook University in 2001, where he taught other doctors to perform laparoscopic surgery. Currently he is the Founder and Director of the Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence at Mather Northwell Hospital as well as the Director of Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence at Mather Northwell Hospital and the Director of the Acid Reflux and Hiatal Hernia Centers of Distinction at St. Charles Hospital and St. Catherine of Siena Hospital. He is a member of American Society of Bariatric Surgery, Fellow of American College of Surgeons, and member of Society of American Gastroendoscopic Surgeons.
Dr. Ahmad is renowned in the Long Island area for his impeccable track record of safety and success. He is the author of innovative surgical techniques in the field of laparoscopic bariatric surgery that have been published in international Journals and have been adopted worldwide.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Kolkata Medical College & Hospital, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Harvard University (Fellowship)
University of Connecticut (Residency)
University of Virginia, Fellowship in Laparoscopic Surgery
Practice
Long Island Laparoscopic Surgery, P.L.L.C
Affiliation
Mather Hospital
Saint Catherine of Siena Medical Center
Saint Charles Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Surgery
Professional memberships
American Society of Bariatric Surgery
American College of Surgeons
Society of American Gastroendoscopic Surgeons
Awards and publications
Dr. Ahmad has been Named a “Leader in Weight Loss” by TIME Magazine, and is Featured in the October 7th, 2013 edition.
Dr. Ahmad is rated one of America’s Top Surgeons by Pulse magazine and the Consumer Research Council.
Dr. Ahmad is the most experienced Robotic Bariatric surgeon in New York State.
Background
Languages spoken
English
Hindi
Urdu
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1659313690
Arif Ahmad does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time
Similar providers on Zocdoc
Top-rated
Closest to you
Available today
Dr. Craig Carpenter, MD
Psychiatrist
3.5 mi800 Cross Pointe Rd, Ste D, Columbus, OH, 43230
3.5 mi800 Cross Pointe Rd, Ste D, Columbus, OH, 43230
Rochelle Rashid-Nebel, RDN, MS
Dietitian
5.007 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
5.007 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
Michael Barnes, APRN, RN, NP
Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
4.8980 reviews
Columbus, OH, 43235
Next available: Apr 7Offers telehealth
4.8980 reviews
Columbus, OH, 43235
Next available: Apr 7Offers telehealth
Matthew Mazzino, RD, RDN
Dietitian
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
Andrea Rumschlag, RDN
Dietitian
5.0016 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
5.0016 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
Sarah Fortin, APRN, RN
Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
5.002 reviews
8 mi1015 E Broad St, Ste 112, Columbus, OH, 43205
Next available: Apr 8Offers telehealth
5.002 reviews
8 mi1015 E Broad St, Ste 112, Columbus, OH, 43205
Next available: Apr 8Offers telehealth
Kellie Greene, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner
4.8745 reviews
3 mi3870 Townsfair Way, N 103B, Columbus, OH, 43219
4.8745 reviews
3 mi3870 Townsfair Way, N 103B, Columbus, OH, 43219
Ranjana Lord, RDN
Dietitian
5.001 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
5.001 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
Caitlyn Garner, RD, MS
Dietitian
5.0019 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
5.0019 reviews
Westerville, OH, 43081
Offers telehealth
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.88
Wait time
4.44
Bedside manner
4.90
Your trust is our top concern, so providers can't pay to alter or remove reviews. We also don't publish reviews that contain any private patient health information. Learn more here
42 reviews
Most relevant
I loved the patient care, very attentive and respectful, giving priority to the patients.
October 19, 2025Antonia L.Verified patient
All my visits to this facility have been an overall great experience. The staff is welcoming & informative.
More than 1 year agoRP
I love how attentive & caring all the people in the office are. They have helped me so much.
More than 1 year agoMB
I have not seen the doctors today 11/30/22 as yet in the past I have always been satisfied
More than 1 year agoDS
Everyone from the Doctors to the staff were amazing, made the process of the surgery easy.
More than 1 year agoRC
I always like coming to visit. Everyone is very nice, knowledgeable, and helpful.
More than 1 year agoJC
I love the services I get w/ this program. Very professional and caring.
More than 1 year agoSO
I would hight recommend friends and family even unknown..
June 28, 2023Linda D.Verified patient
Great visit all questions answered. Very supportive staff.
More than 1 year agoPS
It was complete.
More than 1 year agoCC
I Just Got here. Seems good
More than 1 year agoFN
good. Answered questions, follow-up from surgery
More than 1 year agoRV
Satisfying and quick
More than 1 year agoJM
It was OK - just a follow up.
More than 1 year agoLM
Follow up after surgery
More than 1 year agoSA
Very informative, very nice.
More than 1 year agoJP
GREAT
More than 1 year agoRP
Follow up after surgery
More than 1 year agoSA
Life changing!!!
More than 1 year agoPL
Awesome/ felt motivated
More than 1 year agoPK
It was fine
More than 1 year agoBK
Great support
More than 1 year agoSG
good
More than 1 year agoGB
Great experience
More than 1 year agoWB
Very thorough!
More than 1 year agoKA
February 27, 2026Olga R.Verified patient
February 20, 2026Filip K.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
March 2, 2023Robert R.Verified patient
February 16, 2023Patricia C.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
More than 1 year agoSS
More than 1 year agoTG
More than 1 year agoYB
More than 1 year agoAM
More than 1 year agoMA
More than 1 year agoCM
More than 1 year agoLS
October 20, 2022Lisa S.Verified patient
Which hospital is Dr. Arif Ahmad affiliated with?
Dr. Arif Ahmad is affiliated with Mather Hospital, Saint Catherine of Siena Medical Center, and Saint Charles Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Arif Ahmad work with?
Dr. Arif Ahmad works with Long Island Laparoscopic Surgery, P.L.L.C.
Which board certifications does Dr. Arif Ahmad have?
Dr. Arif Ahmad is certified by American Board of Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Arif Ahmad?
Dr. Arif Ahmad frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Acid Reflux / Heartburn, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Surgery Consultation, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Arif Ahmad on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Arif Ahmad speak?
Dr. Arif Ahmad speaks English, Hindi, and Urdu.
How do patients rate Dr. Arif Ahmad in reviews?
42 patients have reviewed Dr. Arif Ahmad. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. They have a 4.9/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.44/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.