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About US
Our goal is to help educate patients to make the safest, most effective decisions for their overall health. We strive to help patients to thoroughly understand their medical concerns and surgical options. We are proud to provide resources regarding general surgery, including minimally invasive surgery, weight loss surgery, and hernia repair options.
Finding the appropriate advanced surgical care for you is our primary goal.
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General Surgery
What is general surgery
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Bariatric Surgery
Understanding weight loss surgery
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Hernia Surgery
Types of hernia repair
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Robotic Surgery
Advanced minimally invasive repair
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Medical Weight Loss
What are weight loss options
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Medical Spa
Treatments for after weight loss surgery
THE TEAM
MEET DR. zubowicz
Elizabeth Alexandra Zubowicz, MD, FACS, FASMBS is a board-certified general surgeon. She specializes in bariatric surgery and hernia surgery. She performs both open as well as minimally invasive surgery, with a focus on robotic surgery and its advancement in the realm of general surgery. Dr. Alexandra Zubowicz has performed over 1000 bariatric procedures and has a passion for helping patients get healthier.
Dr. Zubowicz is a Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery as well as the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Zubowicz received her medical degree from University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio. She completed her residency at the Georgetown-Medstar General Surgery Residency Program in Washington, DC. She has presented at numerous regional and national conferences and has been published in multiple peer-reviewed publications.
Dr. Alexandra Zubowicz also owns Thrive Medical Spa & Wellness, which offers body contouring, skin tightening and rejuvenating techniques as well as other minimally invasive approaches to graceful aging and improved overall body wellness.
Dr. Zubowicz is originally from Atlanta, Georgia. She has an interest in medical mission work and has been on several medical mission trips, in both Ecuador and in the Philippines. Her husband is active duty with the United States Army, and they have three children.
MEET DR. SACHS
Aaron N. Sachs, MD DABS FACS FASMBS is a board-certified, fellowship-trained general surgeon who specializes in Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery, with a focus on bariatric (weight loss) and anti-reflux (hiatal hernia, gastroesophageal reflux disease) surgery. He performs robot assisted, laparoscopic, and open surgery as well as flexible endoscopy (including colonoscopy and upper endoscopy/EGD) and tries to treat every patient like family.
Dr. Sachs completed his undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering at the University of Michigan and medical school at the University of Maryland. He completed his general surgery internship at Wayne State University/Detroit Medical Center in Detroit, Michigan and surgical residency at WellSpan York Hospital in York, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sachs went on to do an advanced fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery/Bariatrics/Flexible Endoscopy at the Minnesota Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery in Crosby, Minnesota. After training, he worked at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York, Pennsylvania where he served as Medical Director for the UPMC Comprehensive Program. There, he set up a GI lab including ambulatory pH testing, manometry, and impedance and did the first LINX magnetic sphincter augmentation in South Central Pennsylvania.
Dr. Sachs moved to Haymarket, Virginia and joined Dr. Zubowicz's practice in late 2022. He is currently setting up a reflux program based at UVA Haymarket Medical Center with plans to create a state-of-the-art treatment site. He is a fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, and has the expertise to find the best approach for every individual patient. He knows that there are too many patients who have been told "just to take medicine" and that reflux is "not a big deal". Whether it's supporting your weight loss journey, helping to treat your heartburn/reflux, or simply removing your painful gallbladder, Dr. Sachs will combine the art of medicine with an empathetic ear and friendly approach.
MEET DR. pirsa
Dr. Pirsa, a highly regarded Board-certified general surgeon at UVA Haymarket Medical Center. Dr. Pirsa embarked on her medical education at VCU School of Medicine, culminating in an enriching surgical training at Georgetown/WHC in Washington D.C. During this transformative period, she honed her surgical skills under the mentorship of esteemed surgeons, acquiring extensive hands-on experience that forms the foundation of her expertise.
Dr. Pirsa's clinical interests are broad, with a focus on advanced robotic surgery, hernia repair, and gallbladder disease. What distinguishes her approach is the meticulous attention to detail she brings to each case, coupled with a commitment to incorporating the latest advancements in surgical techniques, ensuring optimal results for her patients.
However, Dr. Pirsa's dedication extends beyond the technical aspects of surgery. Committed to providing exceptional patient care, she embraces a compassionate and patient-centered philosophy. Dr. Pirsa recognizes the emotional and physical challenges patients face, and her mission is to create a supportive and empathetic environment throughout their entire medical journey.
Choosing Dr. Pirsa means not just selecting a highly skilled and experienced surgeon but also entrusting your care to a professional who values your overall well-being. With Dr. Pirsa, you can be confident that you are in capable and caring hands, receiving comprehensive support that goes beyond the confines of the operating room.
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