Dr. Julie Ann Ellner, MD

Dr. Julie Ellner is a surgeon who specializes in bariatric and weight loss procedures. She earned her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. With 33 years of experience in surgery, Dr. Ellner has developed extensive expertise in helping patients achieve significant weight loss through surgical interventions. She provides care in English to patients throughout the San Diego area.

Dr. Ellner practices at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego and maintains locations throughout San Diego, California. She focuses on treating obesity and weight-related conditions, including childhood obesity and emotional eating patterns. Her surgical expertise includes laparoscopic gastric bypass procedures and minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques. She also performs upper digestive tract endoscopy to evaluate and treat various conditions. Patients have given Dr. Ellner an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars on Vitals.