About Our Staff

At our surgery center in Reno, Nevada, you'll be greeted by our super cool staff who are as friendly as they are skilled! From the moment you walk in, you'll feel the positive energy and enthusiasm our team brings to patient care. Whether it's our expert surgeons or our awesome support crew, everyone here is dedicated to making your visit smooth, comfortable, and even enjoyable. We love what we do, and it shows in the way we treat our patients—with warmth, compassion, and a genuine smile. Come meet our incredible team and see why we're the best at what we do!

Meet Our Surgeons

Dr. Kent Sasse

Dr. Kent Sasse

Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Sasse grew up in Wisconsin, the youngest of two boys, and he attended Spanish-speaking schools in Central America for a part of high school and learned Spanish. He witnessed poverty but also witnessed the profound impact one can make in the lives of others through caring and service. He was interested in a number of subjects in high school but especially math and science. He felt drawn to Medicine as a career from a young age, seeing it as an opportunity to blend his interest in science with his desire to serve others. He played junior tennis competitively and was captain of his high school tennis team and a high school All-American.

Dr. Ali Nairizi

Dr. Ali Nairizi

Pain Management Specialist/Anesthesiologist

Dr. Nairizi is a Board Certified Interventional Pain Specialist and Board Certified Anesthesiologist who is dedicated to treating patients with a wide array of chronic pain conditions, such as back, neck, shoulder, hip and knee pain. He is very passionate about his patients and his goal is to provide them with the best care possible. He believes that a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach that is tailored to the patient’s needs provides the best results. He also understands that successful treatment of painful conditions depends on identifying the underlying cause for the pain, not just masking it.

Dr. Rembetski

Dr. Thomas Rembetski

General Surgeon

Dr. Thomas Rembetski is a board-certified surgeon specializing in general and laparoscopic surgery with a passion for providing high-quality care to his patients. With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Rembetski has developed expertise in a wide range of surgical procedures, including minimally invasive techniques, complex abdominal surgeries, and emergency surgical care. After earning his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine, Dr. Rembetski completed his residency at University of Colorado Medical Center and Oregon Health Sciences University, where he honed his skills in both general and specialized surgical practices. He is committed to staying at the forefront of surgical advancements, regularly participating in continuing education and training programs.