Our Team
Life Surgical Oncology is proud to introduce a highly skilled team of medical professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients in La Canada, CA. Each member of our team brings a distinct background and specialized training in surgical oncology and patient-centered care. Together, we work in close collaboration to support individuals facing complex cancer diagnoses and challenging surgical conditions. We take the time to understand each patient's concerns, medical history, and goals to develop thoughtful, individualized treatment plans. Our team values the strong relationships we build with the people we serve and remains committed to delivering compassionate care through every step of the treatment process.
Farzad Alemi, M.D.
Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery
Dr. Alemi is a fellowship trained hepatopancreaticobiliary surgeon with clinical and research expertise in the management of liver, bile-duct and pancreatic cancers. Dr. Alemi received his undergraduate and medical degrees from Stanford University School of Medicine and trained at University of California, San Francisco Medical Center and Virginia Mason Medical Center. Prior to joining Academic Surgical Associates, he was Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery at the University of Missouri, Kansas City, Missouri.
Natalie Seiser, M.D.
Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery and Surgical Oncology
Dr. Natalie Seiser is a fellowship trained surgical oncologist who specializes in the treatment of hepatobiliary, pancreatic and other gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Seiser trained at some of the top academic medical centers in the country including the University of California, San Francisco Medical Center and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC).