Kelsey Staudinger, DO

Kelsey Staudinger, DO, is a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship-trained minimally invasive surgeon specializing in bariatric and complex foregut surgery, as well as advanced endoscopic techniques. She completed her general surgery residency at Swedish Medical Center and a fellowship in bariatric surgery at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center.  

Dr. Staudinger provides care across a wide range of procedures, including bariatric surgery (sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass), hernia repair, gallbladder and appendix removal and other abdominal surgeries. She has advanced expertise in laparoscopic and robotic surgery, with a focus on minimally invasive approaches that help patients recover faster, experience less pain and achieve better outcomes.  

Her patient-centered philosophy emphasizes thorough evaluation, evidence-based treatment and the use of the most current surgical innovations. She is committed to staying at the forefront of research and technology to offer patients the safest, most effective care possible.  

Originally from Gilbert, Arizona, Dr. Staudinger enjoys running — she completes several half marathons each year — as well as hiking national parks, baking and spending time with her friends, family and her dog.