Serving Ventura & Los Angeles County · Adventist Health Simi Valley (805) 577-8460
Medical Director of Robotic Surgery — Simi Valley

World-Class Expertise.
State-of-the-Art Robotic Precision.
Clear Results.

You deserve a clear solution for your discomfort and uncertainty. Whether you’re noticing a bulge, persistent heartburn, or ongoing abdominal discomfort, Dr. Andrea Pakula’s world-renowned surgical expertise will help you reclaim your life. Leveraging state-of-the-art minimally invasive robotic surgical technology for hernia and abdominal conditions, you’ll recover faster with less pain and smaller incisions.

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10+
Years in Practice
Da Vinci 5
Robotic System
FACS
Board Certified
Dr. Andrea Pakula
MD, MPH, FACS
Robotic Center of Excellence Adventist Health Simi Valley
Minimally Invasive Techniques Faster recovery, smaller incisions
National Training Site Surgeons trained across the country
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(805) 577-8460
FACS — Fellow, American College of Surgeons
Da Vinci 5 — Latest Robotic Platform
ASMBS Member — Bariatric Surgery Society
Mayo Clinic Fellowship — Surgical Critical Care
Dr. Andrea Pakula, MD, MPH, FACS
10+
Years of Expertise
About Dr. Pakula

Leading Robotic Surgery in Southern California

Led by the esteemed and board-certified robotic surgeon, Andrea Pakula, MD, MPH, FACS, the team at Clarity Surgical Group of California believes that when patients face abdominal wall, hernia, or foregut concerns, they deserve a clear course of treatment with absolute precision, surgical excellence, and compassionate care.

Dr. Pakula is the expert other surgeons turn to and learn from, yet is steadfast in maintaining a direct, personal connection by taking the time to explain each condition in simple, visual terms so patients fully understand their options. Known for her ability to manage even the most complex cases found all over the world, she prioritizes minimally invasive techniques that reduce pain, minimize scarring, and accelerate recovery.

Medical School & MPH — St. George's University School of Medicine
Residency — Kern Medical Center, Bakersfield, CA
Fellowship — Mayo Clinic, Surgical Critical Care, Rochester, MN
Board Certified — American Board of Surgery
Full Biography
Featured on ABC 7 News

Da Vinci 5 — The Most Advanced Robotic Surgery Platform

Dr. Pakula was featured by ABC 7 News as one of the first surgeons in Southern California to utilize the Da Vinci 5 Robotic Surgical System at Adventist Health Simi Valley.

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Surgical Services

Specialized Procedures

Dr. Pakula performs a broad range of general and specialized surgical procedures using minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic techniques.

Robotic Surgery

Dr. Pakula uses the state-of-the-art Da Vinci 5 system, providing enhanced dexterity and three-dimensional visualization through tiny incisions. Faster recovery and return to daily activity.

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Hernia Repair

Comprehensive treatment for inguinal, femoral, umbilical, ventral, incisional, hiatal, and complex abdominal wall hernias using robotic and minimally invasive techniques for men and women.

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Weight Loss Surgery

As an ASMBS member, Dr. Pakula offers gastric sleeve, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and revision bariatric surgery using advanced robotic technology and evidence-based, science-driven protocols.

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Cholecystectomy

Robotic and laparoscopic gallbladder removal for patients with gallstones, gallbladder disease, or related complications including pancreatitis. Safe, routine, and minimally invasive.

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Our team is available to answer your questions and schedule a consultation with Dr. Pakula. We serve patients throughout Ventura and Los Angeles County from our Simi Valley practice.

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Simi Valley, CA · By Appointment