
Welcome to the Lotus Endometriosis Institute
High Tech meets Warm Touch
At the Lotus Endometriosis Institute, surgical mastery meets integrative transformation.
Led by Dr. Steven Vasilev M.D. — a pioneer in advanced minimally invasive surgery and robotic excision — we care for the whole person, not just the disease.
Our mission: precise surgery, holistic recovery, and results that last.
4
Board Certifications
Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology, Integrative & Holistic Medicine
30+
Years Experience
Performing complex minimally invasive surgeries including endometriosis excision
0
Major Complications
During any surgery over the last decade
Dr. Steven Vasilev MD
Director of Lotus Endometriosis Institute
“A doctor that is truly knowledgeable
I traveled from Colorado to California to have Dr. Vasilev perform an endometriosis excision surgery on me. I cannot say how thankful and grateful I am that I did.”
— Charley McGill, Patient, Santa Monica
Science-Driven, Patient-Focused
The Lotus Approach
We combine the most advanced robotic excision techniques with comprehensive integrative healing — nutrition, hormonal balance, dysbiosis correction, stress modulation, peripheral & central desensitization, and more towards recovery optimization.
Every plan is personal. Every step is designed to restore lasting wellness — not just symptom relief.
Insights, News, & Expert Guidance
Explore Recent Posts
Explore our recent posts for clear, expert-guided insights on endometriosis, treatment options, and whole-person care.

Does a Longer Endometriosis Surgery Mean More Complications? What a 2025 Study Found.
2025 study in stage III–IV minimally invasive endometriosis surgery: longer cases didn’t raise short-term complications but increased overnight-stay risk.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment for Endometriosis
HBOT for endometriosis: how hyperbaric oxygen may work, what the evidence shows, when to consider it as adjunct care, plus safety and contraindications.

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and Endometriosis: A Potential Link to Unexplained Symptoms
Explore the potential link between MCAS and endometriosis—common symptoms, medical treatments, whether excision helps, and advanced gut-focused options for relief in women.
