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Gynecologic Surgery Los Angeles

Fellowship-Trained, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery at Cedars-Sinai, Los Angeles

Raanan Meyer, MD, Director of the Comprehensive Endometriosis Center at Surgery Group LA, is a fellowship-trained minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon recognized for his expertise in complex, fertility-preserving surgery. Patients across Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, and beyond seek out Dr. Meyer for his precision-driven approach to conditions that have often gone underdiagnosed or undertreated elsewhere — including deep infiltrating endometriosis, large or multiple uterine fibroids, adenomyosis, intrauterine adhesions, and uterine niche. Using laparoscopic and robotic techniques refined during his three-year fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Meyer delivers comprehensive surgical care designed to relieve pain, restore function, and protect reproductive health whenever possible.

Gynecologic Surgery Specialties

Endometriosis Specialist

Endometriosis is one of the most under-recognized causes of pelvic pain and infertility, and treating it well requires more than symptom management — it requires complete, precise surgical excision. Dr. Meyer specializes in advanced excision surgery for every stage of endometriosis, including deep infiltrating disease that involves the bowel, bladder, ureters, and diaphragm. As Director of the Comprehensive Endometriosis Center at Surgery Group LA, he leads a multidisciplinary team that combines surgical precision with long-term, fertility-conscious care.
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Uterine Fibroid Surgery (Myomectomy)

Uterine fibroids can cause heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pressure, pain, anemia, and fertility challenges — but they don't have to mean a hysterectomy. Dr. Meyer performs the full range of fibroid-removal procedures, from hysteroscopic and laparoscopic myomectomy to robotic-assisted and open approaches for very large or numerous fibroids. The goal is always the same: remove fibroids thoroughly, repair the uterus carefully, and preserve the option of future pregnancy whenever it matters to you.
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Adenomyosis Specialist

Adenomyosis — when the uterine lining grows into the muscular wall of the uterus — causes heavy, painful periods, chronic pelvic pain, and an enlarged uterus. It's frequently missed on imaging and has historically been treated only with hysterectomy. Dr. Meyer is one of the few gynecologic surgeons in Los Angeles with advanced expertise in fertility-sparing adenomyomectomy, a minimally invasive procedure that removes adenomyotic tissue while preserving the uterus for patients who hope to conceive in the future.

Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy

When hysterectomy is the right choice, the surgical approach matters enormously. Dr. Meyer performs minimally invasive hysterectomy — including laparoscopic and robotic-assisted approaches — for patients with large uteri, severe pelvic adhesions, deep endometriosis, or prior abdominal surgeries that often disqualify women from minimally invasive care elsewhere. Smaller incisions translate to less pain, shorter hospital stays, faster return to normal activity, and a better cosmetic result.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon?

A minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon (MIGS specialist) is an obstetrician-gynecologist who has completed additional fellowship training in advanced laparoscopic, robotic, and hysteroscopic surgical techniques. These approaches use very small incisions — or, in the case of hysteroscopy, no abdominal incisions at all — to treat complex conditions like endometriosis, fibroids, and adenomyosis. Compared with traditional open surgery, minimally invasive approaches typically mean less pain, shorter hospital stays, faster recovery, and smaller scars.

When should I see a gynecologic surgeon instead of my OB-GYN?

It's reasonable to seek a specialist consultation if you have heavy or painful periods that disrupt your life, chronic pelvic pain, pain with intercourse or bowel movements, infertility or recurrent pregnancy loss, a known diagnosis of endometriosis or fibroids, or if you've been told you need an open hysterectomy. A second opinion from a fellowship-trained MIGS specialist often reveals minimally invasive options that weren't presented elsewhere.

What conditions does Dr. Meyer treat?

Dr. Meyer specializes in endometriosis (including deep infiltrating disease), uterine fibroids (myomectomy), adenomyosis, intrauterine adhesions (Asherman's syndrome), uterine niche (isthmocele) following cesarean section, ovarian cysts and masses, abnormal uterine bleeding, and complex pelvic conditions requiring minimally invasive or robotic surgery.

What does gynecologic surgery involve?

At Surgery Group LA, we specialize in robotic and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. Each procedure is tailored to the individual, and your surgeon will explain the process in detail. However, most minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries share a common path:

  • You’ll have pre-surgery testing, including blood work and relevant imaging and scans.
  • Your doctor will give you specific pre-operative instructions, including when to stop eating and drinking before surgery.
  • On the day of your surgery, you'll receive your IV and be transported to the operating room. Most minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries are performed under general anesthesia using laparoscopic, robotic, or hysteroscopic techniques.
  • Recovery varies by procedure: same-day discharge is common for hysteroscopy, while laparoscopic or robotic cases typically involve a short hospital stay and a few weeks of restricted activity.
How do I schedule a consultation?

Each case is unique. You can schedule a consultation with Dr. Meyer by calling 310-861-7493 or filling out the contact form. New patients are typically seen within one to two weeks. Please bring any prior imaging (ultrasound, MRI) and operative reports to your visit. Dr. Meyer and the Surgery Group LA team are committed to providing the highest quality care to patients experiencing gynecologic conditions, with the utmost sensitivity and discretion.

Schedule an evaluation with a gynecologic surgeon today!

If you're living with pelvic pain, heavy bleeding, fibroids, endometriosis, or have been told you need open surgery, you owe it to yourself to hear what minimally invasive care can offer. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Raanan Meyer at Surgery Group LA and take the first step toward relief, recovery, and reproductive peace of mind.

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