Hy Algazi Psychologist Ph.D.

Hy Algazi is a man above men! He knows the right words to say and not say. If he even hears from someone else that you are having a bad time he will call you and have you come in to talk about it. I think the whole team at Coastal Center For obesity were God picked for their roles in this place!!

Dr. Algazi is very experienced in psychology for bariatric surgery patients, she made me feel very comfortable, was VERY encouraging, didn't make me feel like I was on the spot at all... I enjoyed meeting with her!

Hy is one of the best. He is part one of a two part team with his wife Linda.
You couldn't find anyone more compasionate and knowledgeable in this field.

I really appreciated that I was able to speak openly about the fact that I am an abuse survivor (emotional, physical and sexual) and deal with depression/PTSD/dissociation and prior problems with compulsive overeating without Dr. Algazi automatically coming to the conclusion that I would not be a good candidate for surgery. Prior to my psych eval with him, I was very worried that this would be the case as I have heard so many horror stories of people getting turned away due to their dealing with issues such as I mentioned. But my fears were unfounded, and Dr. Algazi assured me that I was not alone in my experiences and that providing I was willing and able to seek help if needed, that I would be ok to go through the surgery. Thank you Dr. Algazi :)

Dr. Hy facilates our Monday night support group which continues to grow. I feel because people view it as safe, comfortable and informative.

Very knowledgeable about the process. Explained the process to me in terms that I could understand.

Dr. Algazi is a gem of a person and one heck of a psychologist...he leads the Monday night support group for the Coastal Center for Obesity (Dr. Owens) and does all of the psychological evaluations for incoming patients. Hy is a great facilitator and listener...he allows people to share their feelings in a supportive environment.

Hy is an amazing listener. He patiently allows people to bring up their concerns and listens with an open heart. He is very much appreciated at the support meetings for Chapman Medical Center!

Dr. Algazi works in conjuction with Coastal Obesity. He runs the support groups as well.

He makes you feel very comfortable, and yes, I even laughed. Loved his sense of humor.