Rene Sotelo MD is one of the most expert & experienced laparoscopic/robotic surgeons internationally. Hailing from Latin America, he is a pioneer in robotic surgery for complex urinary fistulae in females and males, benign prostate enlargement & inguinal lymph node dissection for cancer. He has helped develop the novel concepts of single-port "belly-button" and natural orifice surgery. Professor Sotelo's experience with advanced robotic & laparoscopic surgery exceeds 2,300 personal cases, making him amongst the most experienced in the world. Reasons why the California Medical Board, consider the request of USC and gave Prof Sotelo, Special Faculty Permit to practice medicine at Univ of Southern California School of Medicine.
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Dr. Sotelo's Care Philosophy
Mi filosofia es el prestarle la mejor atencion posible, en forma oportuna y con el mas alto nivel académico, en donde los principios éticos son mi mayor compromiso con Usted, no es solo una cuestion de lenguaje, es entender en profundidad nuestras culturas , y como atenderlo. Permitame ser parte de su historia. My filosofy is to offer the best posible care, in and effective way with the most high level of ethics and academic medicine, is not only language , is that I understand our diferente culture and how to take care of you, let me be part of your history.
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USC UROLOGICAL ASSOCIATES1441 EASTLAKE AVE Ste 7416(323) 865-3700Get Directions
Los Angeles, CA 90089
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Gracias por su opinion, es muy importante para mi, es motivo de inspiracion para seguir adelante. Gracias por permitirme ser parte de su historia, Usted es parte de la mía.
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-Bogdan in Redondo Beach CA | Jun 30, 2017
An excellent surgeon, Dr. Sotelo has the additional human quality of deeply caring about his patients, with a specific sense of responsibility. After a morning consultation which resulted in worrying conclusions, I witnessed Dr. Sotelo's sense of responsibility first hand: together with his assistant he worked the phones and his knowledge of the hospital operations to fast track several additional tests needed for a conclusion. Fortunately, the final diagnostic indicated a condition which could
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-John Lenton in Sierra Madre, CA | Apr 11, 2017
Dr. Sotelo is not just a great surgeon, he is an artist. The two surgeries he did for me were so well
planned and successful but also they healed so well that they are barley visible and are getting even
better as time goes by. He is great to talk with and also speaks English and Spanish too. He is a very superior Dr. His surgery plans were so far superior to the other advise I had received.
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-Amilcar martinez in Florida | Jan 04, 2017
I would recommend dr Sotelo because he's very profesional and with experience in his area but also a very kind person. Personally I'm very grateful for his job
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-Jesus R in Los Angeles, CA | Dec 28, 2016
Dr. Rene Sotelo is an amazing surgeon and a wonderful human being. I felt I was in the best hands, he treated me as a friend, answering all my calls immediately. Every person I met in the Hospital spoke highly about him, I got the feeling that he is a very appreciated and respected surgeon among colleages and hospital staff. I felt as a VIP patient, treated by one of the best and most experienced robotic surgeons worldwide who gave me a sincere, caring and warm treatment. Thank you Dr. Rene.
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-Jane Zighelboim Awni in Woodland Hills, CA | Dec 27, 2016
Dr Sotelo and his amazing staff have given my father a new lease on life. He performed a procedure that several other surgeons had just dismissed as too complicated. The care that both he and his dedicated staff have shown is greatly appreciated and unparalleled as far as we have experienced.
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-Mike Cote in Visalia, CA | Dec 24, 2016
My husband Mike had a prostatectomy 4 years ago. He developed a fistula that necessitated a double barrel ostomy. After having to wear a catheter for 3 months, 2 procedures a major surgery that left him with two fistulas we found Dr. Sotelo. We were very discouraged at this point and thought that this would be my husbands physical condition for the rest of his life. Dr, Sotelo's confidence, expertise, and patience in explaining what he could accomplish was what helped us to try again.Success!
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-ANTONIO MARTINEZ in Maracaibo, V | Nov 28, 2016
Great doctor , my partial nefrectomy went very well DR Sotelo he gives you personal attention
and his expertise in robotic sugery makes the diferences for a better outcome. I recomend DR Sotelo
for urology and surgery any day. Nothing but great recomendations.
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-Adolfo Calzadilla in Miami, Fl | Aug 12, 2016
I would recommend Dr Sotelo for his professional excellence as well as how good he applies the science and technology in the surgical processes.
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-Andrew Winnick in Claremont, CA | May 24, 2016
Dr Sotelo surgical work was truly outstanding. He not only did roboticic work to remove my prostate, but also found and repaired two hernias, saving me another surgical intervention. Both his pre-op and post-op care was sensitive, open, and thorough. Once out of recovery, I never needed narcotic pain relief, and stopped all pain meds in 3 days. Terrific surgeon.
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-THOMAS J HAWKINS JR in North Hollywood, CA | Apr 20, 2016
Outstanding sergon Great confident builder. Very easy to talk to could not ask for better results .
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-Rafael Maita in Miramar, FL | Feb 16, 2016
A young 38 years old man who had surgery.
I had surgery on my left kidney as a consequence of a malignant tumor, this surgery changed from an organ extraction to an oncological surgery. Since it was not only a kidney but the Bazo and some parts of my pancreas. I am extremely thankful to God and to the wonderful, miracle worker's hands of Dr. Rene Sotero because today I live a plenty, happy and healthy life with my wife and children.
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-Ana Galb?n N. in Miami, Fla | Feb 14, 2016
Doctor Ren? Sotelo, is not only an outstanding medical doctor, but an outstanding human being. He treated me from an urologic condition and knew exactly how tu give me confidence about the process and to take the decision about the surgery.
The team he leaders is academic, as well as polite. I feel all the time safe and in home. Always thankfull.
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-Salvatore Santella in Valencia, Venezuela | Feb 13, 2016
• Dear Dr. Rene Sotelo:
I want to formally thank the wonderful care provided before and after prostate surgery (prostatectomy Simple) to which I was subjected for you. In Kenneth Norris Jr. Comprehensive Cancer Center and Hospital of the University of Southern California.
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-Nela Lazo in Doral, FL | Feb 09, 2016
In 2014, Dr. Sotelo removed my uterus with a robotic laparoscopic hysterectomy, due to a stage III cancerous tumor. His skills, professionalism and ethics, let me give him a five stars review and recommend him to anyone I know.
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-Freddy De Cordova in Doral, FL | Feb 09, 2016
Dr. Sotelo removed a cancerous tumor located on my prostate, with his innovative laparoscopic surgery technique, fourteen years ago. Since that day, I'm thankful to him for saving my life. He has follow my recovery and he has always being attentive to my health.
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-Mercedes in Canyon Country, CA | Feb 08, 2016
He is the best doctor that you can find in his speciality,It has a lot knowledge of my condition and he explain to me very well what is my best options for me.
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-Luis F Vierma in Davenport, Fl | Feb 08, 2016
I was diagnosis with Prostate Cancer , I decided to seek for the best Dr to treat me I went to internet and I found Dr. Rene Sotelo and after a review of his career as an Urologist decided to make and appointment with him. Since my first conversation with him my worries fade away, he gave me his advice about my case, gave me recommendations and today after almost 6 months of the surgery which was excellent I am fully cure. I do recommend Dr. Sotelo as number one in his area of expertise.
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-Mercedes Barreto in Canyon Country, California | Feb 08, 2016
He is very good and very knowledgeable, he knows what he does,he is the best for my case.
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