Welcome to the Lotus Endometriosis Institute
High Tech meets Warm Touch
Careful listening, advanced technology, clear guidance—from first consult through recovery.
Led by Dr. Steven Vasilev, MD—structured, evidence-based surgical and integrative care across the spectrum of endometriosis and adenomyosis.
4
Board Certifications
Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology, Integrative & Holistic Medicine
30+
Years Experience
Complex minimally invasive surgery, including MIGS endometriosis excision
0
Major Surgical Complications
In the past decade of surgery
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 advanced robotic excision surgery with comprehensive integrative support—nutrition, hormonal optimization, microbiome balance, stress and neuro-immune-endocrine axis modulation —to help optimize recovery.
Every plan is personal. Every step and guidance is designed to restore lasting wellness—not just symptom relief.
There’s a reason patients come to California.
Insights, News, & Expert Guidance
Explore Recent Posts
Explore our regularly updated posts for clear answers and expert-guided insights to questions about endometriosis, treatment options, and whole-person care.
Pelvic Floor & Myofascial Pain After Endometriosis Surgery
Why Do I Still Hurt series article three about pain post-endometriosis surgery. Learn the basics about myofascial pain and treatment options.
When Your Nervous System Won’t Stand Down After Endometriosis Surgery
Explore why pain persists after endometriosis surgery and learn about central sensitization's role in pain management. Part 2 of a series.
Endometriosis Excision Surgery Worked—So Why Am I Still in Pain?
Discover why persistent pain after successful endometriosis surgery occurs, backed by recent research and insights for effective pain management.