202 Results forGeneral Surgeons near Long Beach, CA
Learn more about General Surgeons and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about General Surgeons
A general surgeon specializes in the surgical care of diseases, injuries and deformities affecting the abdomen, breasts, digestive tract, endocrine system, and skin. General surgeons treat many conditions affecting adults and children, including appendicitis, bowel obstruction, breast and colon cancer, gallstones, hernias, and pancreatitis.
A general surgeon typically:
- Evaluates the patient's medical history and determines if surgery is necessary
- Teaches patients the surgical procedure to be performed, how to prepare for surgery, and what to expect during recovery
- Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
- Performs exploratory procedures, such as endoscopy, colonoscopy and laparoscopy
- Performs a variety of surgeries, such as appendectomy, weight loss surgery, bowel obstruction repair, gallbladder removal, hemorrhoid repair, hernia repair, mastectomy, and thyroidectomy
General surgeons may also be known by their area of expertise, such as gastrointestinal surgeon, cancer surgeon, or trauma surgeon. General surgeons may also be referred to simply as a surgeon.
There are 202 specialists practicing General Surgery in Long Beach, CA with an overall average rating of 4.2 stars. There are 80 hospitals near Long Beach, CA with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including Torrance Memorial Medical Center, MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center and Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance.
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- 7300 Magnolia AveRiverside, CA 9250447 miles away
Biography: <p>Dr. Michael Chin is a Board-Certified Surgeon with Mission Surgical Clinic who specializes in treating a wide range of vascular and general disorders.</p> <p>Dr. Chin has practiced in the greater Riverside County metropolitan area for over 28 years. He sees patients in the Corona, Riverside, and Wildomar locations.</p> <p>Dr. Chin earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles. He went on to complete a General Surgery Residency at Highland Hospital in Oakland, CA. He then advanced his training with a Vascular Surgery Fellowship with the renowned Dr. Max Gasper, in Long Beach.</p> <p>He has been integral in developing new surgical training programs in the Inland Empire and is well-regarded by his peers and patients alike. He is compassionate about teaching and is a member of the core faculty of the Riverside Community Hospital General Surgery Residency Program. He is on the Board of Advisors of the California Baptist University Physician's Assistant Program. Dr. Chin is active with his Alma Mater, USC, in its Alumni Association.</p> <p>He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the International College of Surgeons. He is a member of the American Hernia Society (AHS), the Vascular Access Society of America (VASA), the California Medical Association (CMA), the American Society of Breast Surgeons (ASBS) and the Riverside County Medical Society (RCMA).</p> <p>Dr. Chin, who has developed deep roots in the Inland Empire, is dedicated to providing skilled surgical care to all his patients.</p>
- 7300 Magnolia AveRiverside, CA 9250447 miles awayPatients Tell Us:
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Biography: <p>Dr. Ahmed Mahmoud joined Mission Surgical Clinic after a 15 year career in Stockton, CA practicing Thoracic, Vascular, and Critical Care. Dr. Mahmoud obtained his Medical Degree in Egypt, then pursued U.S. training, culminating in Fellowships in Critical Care Surgery and Thoracic Surgery. He is Board Certified in General Surgery, Critical Care Surgery, and Thoracic Surgery.</p> <p>Dr. Mahmoud is the Director of the General Surgery Residency Program at Riverside Community Hospital. He is passionate about teaching and educating the new generation of surgeons.</p> <p>His practice specialties include Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS), surgery for lung masses and cancers, thoracoscopy, thoracotomy, thoracic aneurysm repairs, as well as pancreatic and esophageal procedures. He continues to perform General Surgery procedures as well, including hernias, gallbladder removals, and removal of skin masses and cancers. Additionally, he performs Vascular Surgery and Minimally Invasive Endovascular Surgery, including abdominal aneurysm repairs, dialysis access, and procedures of venous and arterial diseases.</p> <p>Dr. Mahmoud treats patients in our Riverside office and is accepting new patients.</p>
- 7111 Indiana Ave Ste 100Riverside, CA 9250447 miles away
Biography: Dr. Harvey Nurick, MD is a General Surgery Specialist. He is 73 years old. Dr. Harvey Nurick, MD is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital.
Dr. Philip Logiudice, MD
Specialty: General Surgery29409 S WESTERN AVERancho Palos Verdes, CA 902757.0 miles awayDr. Kenechukwu Ojukwu, MD
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Specialty: Colorectal Surgery1000 W Carson StTorrance, CA 905027.5 miles awayDr. Crystal James, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1000 W Carson StTorrance, CA 905027.5 miles awayDr. Meir Ben-Shoshan, MD
Specialty: General Surgery17099 EDGEWATER LNHuntington Beach, CA 926498.6 miles awayDr. Tania Grivas, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1149 W 190th StGardena, CA 902488.8 miles awayDr. Roberta Mann, MD
Specialty: General Surgery3330 Lomita BlvdTorrance, CA 905059.4 miles awayDr. Irwin Goldberg, MD
Specialty: General Surgery23451 Madison St Ste 340Torrance, CA 905059.7 miles awayDr. Roger Dumke, MD
Specialty: General Surgery23451 Madison StTorrance, CA 905059.7 miles awayDr. Pedro Lee, MD
Specialty: General Surgery9400 Rosecrans AveBellflower, CA 907069.9 miles awayDr. Richard Arnell, MD
Specialty: General Surgery9400 Rosecrans AveBellflower, CA 907069.9 miles awayDr. Chun Yiu, MD
Specialty: General Surgery9400 Rosecrans AveBellflower, CA 907069.9 miles awayDr. William Lee, MD
Specialty: General Surgery9400 Rosecrans AveBellflower, CA 907069.9 miles away