Mazen Iskandar, MD, FACS
Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery
Bariatric Surgery..., General Surgery
View More
MyBSWHealth
Mazen Iskandar, MD, FACS
Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery
Bariatric Surgery..., General Surgery
View More
MyBSWHealth
Locations of Mazen Iskandar, MD, FACS
Baylor Scott & White Center for Hernia Surgery - Waxahachie
2360 N Interstate 35E Ste 310, Waxahachie, TX, 75165
6617.8 mi
Directions
Call
469.800.9832
Closed
- Monday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Baylor Scott & White Center for Bariatric Surgery - Waxahachie
2360 N Interstate 35E Ste 310, Waxahachie, TX, 75165
6617.8 mi
Directions
Call
469.800.9830
Closed
- Monday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Baylor Scott & White Texas Surgical Specialists - Waxahachie
2360 N Interstate 35E Suite 310, Waxahachie, TX, 75165
6617.8 mi
Directions
Call
469.800.9830
Closed
- Monday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hours of Operation
Hours
Lab Hours
Hours of Operation
Office Hours
Biography
|
Dr. Iskandar is a board-certified general surgeon with fellowship training in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. He joined Baylor Scott & White in 2019 after spending most of his training ... View More |
| Ages Seen |
|---|
| Adolescents (ages 12-18) |
| Adults |
| Geriatrics |
| Language(s) Spoken |
|---|
| English |
| French |
| Arabic |
| Education |
|---|
| Medical School: American University of Beirut (2008) |
| Internship: General Surgery, American University of Beirut (2010) |
| Internship: General Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center (2011) |
| Internship: Surgery, Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center (2011) |
| Residency: Surgery, Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center (2015) |
| Residency: Surgery, Mount Sinai Hospital and Medical Center (2015) |
| Fellowship: Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery, NYU Lutheran Medical Center (2016) |
| Fellowship: Minimally Invasive & Bariatric Surgery, Lutheran Medical Center - Brooklyn (2016) |
| Certifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| General Surgery- American Board of Surgery/General Surgery | - American Board of Surgery / Focused Practice in Metabolic Bariatric Surgery | Metabolic Bariatric Surgery- American Board of Surgery / Focused Practice in Metabolic Bariatric Surgery |
| Hospital Affiliations |
|---|
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Waxahachie |
| Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health |
Insurances accepted
Baylor Scott & White has established agreements with several types of insurance to ensure your health needs are covered.
Insurance listings are subject to change without prior notice. Please call your physician's office or your health or insurance plan to verify coverage information prior to scheduling your visit or procedure. Not all members participating in contracted networks have "in network" access. In network participation may change from time to time without prior notice. Independent providers (which could include, for example only, anesthesiologists, radiologists, pathologists, emergency medicine physicians, advance practice professionals, and other independent providers of health care services) may deliver part of your care, and such providers may be considered out-of-network on your health and insurance plans even if the Facility may be considered in network. If you desire additional information as to the providers who may be involved in providing your care, you can either ask your treating provider (who may know some of the specialists or groups who could be involved) or you can request a list of Facility-based physician groups by calling the following toll free number: (877) 810-0372. This list is updated annually and is subject to change without prior notice
Get care anytime.
Even bedtime.
Now MyBSWHealth offers virtual care whenever and wherever you need it. Like right now. Or later tonight. Or even on Sunday. To get the care you need now, simply download the app.
Text BETTER to 88408
Reviews (292) for Mazen Iskandar, MD, FACS
| averageRating | metric | |
|---|---|---|
| 4.9 | Time Care Provider spent with Patient | |
| 4.9 | Wait Time at Clinic | |
| 4.9 | Rate provider 0-10 | |
| 5.0 | Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider | |
| 5.0 | Provider showed concern | |
| 4.9 | Provider included you in decisions |
Patient Comments**
| 5.0 | Mar 13, 2025 | Very patient focus care provider with dignity and respect for patient safety and needs. | |
| 5.0 | Mar 13, 2025 | Dr. Iskandar always answers all my questions, and I never feel rushed during my appointments with him. | |
| 5.0 | Mar 13, 2025 | This Doctor is willing, to listen to my concerns. Very good Doctor. | |
| 4.8 | Mar 11, 2025 | Dr. Iskandar Time took the time to talk to me and explain everything to me. His nurses was sweet and understanding. | |
| 5.0 | Mar 7, 2025 | Professional and courteous service. | |
| 5.0 | Mar 2, 2025 | Better than expected | |
| 5.0 | Feb 22, 2025 | He explained the nature of the problem and the need to have it corrected. He Briefly described the surgery, the likely duration, and the anticipated release time. He mentioned nothing that indicated anything negative that normally would occur. I questioned an additional bit of repair and he carefully explained a reasonable response as to why that would not be possible. He answered directly and was very easy to talk to. | |
| 4.8 | Feb 20, 2025 | Dr. Iskander was very caring and had a very pleasant demeanor which put me at ease. | |
| 5.0 | Feb 18, 2025 | Outstanding! | |
| 5.0 | Feb 18, 2025 | Took time to answer all of my questions. Extremely satisfied!! | |
| 5.0 | Feb 15, 2025 | Very polite, explains everything, listens! | |
| 5.0 | Feb 13, 2025 | Easy going,went over everything related to my situation. | |
| 5.0 | Feb 13, 2025 | From check in to check out the process was very efficient yet personable. | |
| 5.0 | Feb 11, 2025 | Very nice and professional. Easy to talk too. | |
| 5.0 | Feb 11, 2025 | He's very patient and understanding of my concerns and explains everything in great detail. | |
| 5.0 | Feb 6, 2025 | He and his staff were very welcoming and thorough regarding all aspects of my first visit to their office. I left feeling much more at ease about my upcoming surgery. He was highly recommended by my physicians in Waco and he did not disappoint at all. | |
| 4.8 | Feb 6, 2025 | Very thorough and proactive | |
| 5.0 | Feb 6, 2025 | He was very nice and very professional | |
| 5.0 | Feb 4, 2025 | He gave me many options regarding my health issues and discussed in depth the pros and cons of each option. Very patient with this patient! | |
| 5.0 | Feb 1, 2025 | He takes the time to explain the issue presented. He also explains pros & cons. | |
| 5.0 | Jan 24, 2025 | The best Doctor I've connected with in Baylor | |
| 4.8 | Jan 23, 2025 | Awesome experience | |
| 5.0 | Jan 14, 2025 | He was very professional and very honest. | |
| 4.1 | Jan 14, 2025 | He seemed nice and knowledgeable | |
| 5.0 | Jan 14, 2025 | Very professional and curiosityVery knowledgeable and professional. | |
| 5.0 | Jan 10, 2025 | Explained problem and surgery to repair well. | |
| 4.7 | Jan 9, 2025 | Dr. Iskandar was very pleasant, courteous and explained in detail my condition & the upcoming repair. | |
| 5.0 | Jan 9, 2025 | Very knowledgeable, and nice, explaining everything to me. | |
| 5.0 | Jan 7, 2025 | I felt very comfortable and had all my needs met by Dr. Iskandar. | |
| 5.0 | Dec 17, 2024 | I've already recommended him several times. He is amazing! | |
| 4.9 | Dec 17, 2024 | Got answers to my questions | |
| 5.0 | Dec 13, 2024 | Dr Iskandar was friendly and compassionate. He listened to questions I had, and I appreciated his explaining things so well. He has great eye contact. The resident with him (I can't remember his name) was great, too. | |
| 5.0 | Dec 3, 2024 | Friendly, general concern about my situation. Well explained the process going forward. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 28, 2024 | Very knowledgeable and professional. All the staff were friendly and helpful! | |
| 5.0 | Nov 22, 2024 | He saved my life, he did emergency surgery on my gallbladder, the gallbladder was giving me all kinds of other medical issues. His staff and team that worked with him on this emergency surgery did an amazing job! I would trust him again with my life along with my family and friends. Everyone was super supportive and helpful and caring! | |
| 5.0 | Nov 19, 2024 | Best dr I have ever been to! | |
| 5.0 | Nov 19, 2024 | Very professional, listen and explain what the issues are and what steps to take | |
| 5.0 | Nov 14, 2024 | He listened and actually was concerned about my pain from this hernia | |
| 5.0 | Nov 12, 2024 | Everyone were very helpful | |
| 4.9 | Nov 7, 2024 | Honest,direct,knowledgeable | |
| 5.0 | Nov 7, 2024 | He actually listened to my concerns | |
| 5.0 | Nov 5, 2024 | Very courteous and professional | |
| 5.0 | Nov 2, 2024 | Liked him very much he was very nice | |
| 5.0 | Oct 31, 2024 | He answers all my questions | |
| 4.9 | Oct 29, 2024 | Very personalable, patient and kind. | |
| 5.0 | Oct 29, 2024 | Everyone was very kind and very friendly. The dr was very informative. | |
| 4.8 | Oct 29, 2024 | He's a great listener, he explains everything and answers questions. He's kind and makes his patients feel safe | |
| 4.8 | Oct 28, 2024 | He listened and gave his full attention. Answered questions thouroghly. | |
| 5.0 | Oct 24, 2024 | Dr. Mazen was very polite, patient, excellent bedside manners, very educated and professional. He listened to my complaints and let my voice be a determinate factor in my treatment. He explained everything to me thoroughly. And was very transparent in our steps moving forward. The office & nurse were very nice as well!!! | |
| 5.0 | Oct 24, 2024 | He seems very knowledgeable and has a nice demeanor | |
| 5.0 | Oct 12, 2024 | Took a lot of time to listen to my concerns and life style to create the best possible surgery plan for me. | |
| 5.0 | Oct 11, 2024 | He made me feel comfortable and I knew I was in good hands with him | |
| 5.0 | Oct 10, 2024 | Friendly, caring, good listener and professional | |
| 5.0 | Oct 8, 2024 | Easy to understand explanation of my medical issues with a choice of resolutions. | |
| 5.0 | Oct 8, 2024 | Wonderful provider. Thorough and forthcoming with information. Very clear about expectations and answered all questions . Could tell he was pleased to inform us how outcome of my surgery surpassed his original expectation. Have already recommended him to neighbor who wants to check out her options for hernia surgery. | |
| 5.0 | Oct 3, 2024 | Very professional, | |
| 4.5 | Oct 2, 2024 | Clear and concise The info packet is extremely positive and has influenced me want to live a healthy life for the rest of my. This experience has not only changed me but I look at and a different way of eating food... | |
| 5.0 | Oct 1, 2024 | Compassionate and informative. | |
| 4.8 | Sep 28, 2024 | He was very professional and explained everything in great detail He also took the time to address all questions/concern I had | |
| 5.0 | Sep 26, 2024 | Very friendly, knowledgeable and made sure all questions answered. 5 stars in my book. | |
| 5.0 | Sep 24, 2024 | Talkative, didnt feel rushed, addressed my concerns, made me feel comfortable | |
| 5.0 | Sep 24, 2024 | I like him very much | |
| 5.0 | Sep 24, 2024 | Very friendly staff great Doctor No wait time got me in and got me out. I like it. | |
| 4.7 | Sep 24, 2024 | Best experiences and we'll worth the long drive. | |
| 5.0 | Sep 21, 2024 | The Doctor came in and explained the procedure. I asked a few questions he answered. | |
| 5.0 | Sep 17, 2024 | Very professional and took care of patient. | |
| 4.8 | Sep 17, 2024 | I was very comfortable with the doctor. I feel his knowledge of my condition is top notch. I am glad I was referred to him | |
| 5.0 | Sep 17, 2024 | Great experience |
*The patient rating score is an average of all responses to physician-related questions on our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
**Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and are displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.