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Dr. Paul Stemmer, MD

General Surgery•Male•Age 62

Dr. Stemmer
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Paul F Stemmer MD

900 N Heritage Dr Ste A Ridgecrest, CA 93555

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Dr. Paul Stemmer, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Ridgecrest, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Univ Of Ca medical school in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Antelope Valley Hospital and Palmdale Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Stemmer to book an appointment.

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Experience
Background

Background Check

No malpractice claims found for California
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Stemmer's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Abdominal Pain
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Stemmer treats Abdominal Pain more than 99% of his peers

Dr. Stemmer treats this condition more than 99% of his peers

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Gallstones
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Stemmer treats Gallstones more than 96% of his peers

Dr. Stemmer treats this condition more than 96% of his peers

Incisional Hernia
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Stemmer treats Incisional Hernia more than 95% of his peers

Dr. Stemmer treats this condition more than 95% of his peers

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Dr. Stemmer's conditions and procedures:

  • Abdominal Disorders
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Abdominoplasty
  • Abscess
  • Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
  • Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
  • Adrenal Gland Cancer
  • Anal and Rectal Cancer
  • Anal Fissure
  • Anal Fistula
  • Anal or Rectal Pain
  • Anorectal Abscess
  • Appendectomy, Laparoscopic
  • Appendectomy, Open
  • Appendicitis
  • Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
  • Biliary Atresia
  • Biopsy of Breast
  • Breast Cancer
  • Breast Lump
  • Cancer
  • Cholecystitis and Gallstones
  • Colectomy
  • Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
  • Colon and Rectal Surgery
  • Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • da Vinci® Robotic Surgery
  • Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
  • Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
  • Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
  • Duodenal Polypectomy
  • Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Esophageal Varices
  • Excision of Breast Tumor
  • Excision of Esophageal Lesion
  • Excision of Rectal Tumor
  • Excision of Stomach Tumor
  • Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
  • Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
  • Fecal Impaction Removal
  • Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
  • Gallbladder Removal
  • Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic
  • Gallstones
  • Gastric Ulcer
  • Gastroenterologic Cancer (Colon, Stomach, Esophageal, Liver)
  • Gastroenterology Procedures
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases
  • Gastrotomy
  • Gland Cancer
  • Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hernia Repair
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Hidradenitis
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Ileus
  • Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
  • Incisional Hernia
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair, Open
  • Intestinal Abscess
  • Intestinal Obstruction
  • Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
  • Ischemic Colitis
  • Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
  • Lipomas
  • Liver Cancer
  • Lumpectomy
  • Lung Abscess
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
  • Mastectomy
  • Megacolon
  • Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
  • Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair
  • Osteosarcoma
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
  • Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
  • Partial Lung Collapse
  • Pelvic Abscess
  • Peptic Ulcer
  • Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
  • Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
  • Pleural Effusion
  • Port Placements or Replacements
  • Proctectomy, Open or Laparoscopic (incl. Swenson and Duhamel Procedures)
  • Pyloric Stenosis
  • Pyloromyotomy
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Rectovaginal Fistula
  • Removal of Reproductive Organs (Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, Salpingectomy, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, Resection of Peritoneal Malignancy)
  • Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
  • Rib Fracture
  • Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
  • Secondary Malignancies
  • Skin Cancer
  • Skin Grafts
  • Small Intestine Cancer
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
  • Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
  • Splenectomy
  • Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
  • Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Thoracentesis
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Thyroid Lobectomy
  • Thyroid Nodule
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
  • Ulcer
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Umbilical Hernia
  • Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
  • Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
  • Ventral Hernia
  • Wound Repair

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Dr. Stemmer accepts the following insurance:

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Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
Blue Shield of California
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Dr. Stemmer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Stemmer

4.6

Based on 16 ratings

5 Stars
87.5%
(14)
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
0%
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1 Star
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  • Explained conditions well (16)
  • Office environment (16)
  • Appointment scheduling (15)
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed (2)
  • Didn't listen or answer questions (1)
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions (1)
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Dr Stemmer is a VERY thorough physician. He saved my husband’s life 12 years ago and has helped our family members several other times since then. He is honest, caring, and very knowledgeable! Nurses speak highly of him and say you wouldn’t believe some of the amazing surgeries he has done. I highly recommend Dr Stemmer.
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Ridgecrest, CA – Jan 21, 2019
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Dr. Stemmer performed surgery for Carpel Tunnel on both wrists and the results were remarkable and I am pain free 15+ years later. If it wasn't for Dr. Stemmer I may not be here. After surviving surgery, chemotherapy and radiation in the treatment of stage 3 breast cancer, I came down with s bacterial infection at the top of my spine. Dr. Stemmer immediately removed the infected area and after 5 days in the hospital and a slow recovery I am here and healthy 5 years later. He is the best.
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About Me

Biography

Dr. Paul Stemmer, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Ridgecrest, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Univ...Read more

Specialties

  • General Surgery
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Robotic Surgery

Board Certifications

  • General Surgery
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Education

U Calif Irvine Med Ctr
Residency Hospital
1987
U Calif Irvine Med Ctr
Internship Hospital
1986
Univ Of Ca
Medical School

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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What are Dr. Paul Stemmer, MD's top areas of care?

Dr. Stemmer frequently treats Abdominal Pain, Gallstones, and Incisional Hernia. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Stemmer treats.

Where is Dr. Paul Stemmer, MD's office located?

Dr. Stemmer's office is located at 900 N Heritage Dr Ste A, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Does Dr. Paul Stemmer, MD offer telehealth services?

Dr. Stemmer has not yet indicated whether they offer telehealth services. Please contact the office to check for availability/eligibility.

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Locations

Paul F Stemmer MD

Beyers Chiropractic Ctr900 N Heritage Dr Ste A Ridgecrest, CA 93555
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Stemmer is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.

Antelope Valley Hospital

Lancaster, CA

58% Patient experience rating, 11% lower than the national average

Palmdale Regional Medical Center

Palmdale, CA

68% Patient experience rating, 1% lower than the national average

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital

Ridgecrest, CA