Summary

Dr. Michael Gerber is a thoracic surgeon with over six decades of medical experience, having earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. His primary focus lies in thoracic surgery, which involves surgical procedures of the chest, lungs, and related structures. With 63 years dedicated to the practice of medicine, Dr. Gerber brings extensive knowledge and expertise to his patients' care.

Dr. Gerber practices in La Jolla, California, where he treats patients with pulmonary nodules, which are small growths in the lungs that require careful evaluation and management. He performs specialized diagnostic procedures including pulmonary function testing to assess how well the lungs work, as well as bronchodilator reversibility testing to determine how breathing medications might help patients. Additionally, he conducts chest fluoroscopy, a real-time imaging technique that allows him to visualize lung function and guide certain procedures.

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Quick Facts

  • 63 years of experience
  • 3 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Gerber Michael L Office

1535 El Paso RealLa Jolla, CA 92037

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Thoracic SurgeryNurse PractitionerNephrologyPlastic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
63 Years of Experience 60 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, English, Arabic Speaks Spanish, English
La Jolla , CASan Diego , CALa Mesa , CALa Jolla , CA
Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Calgary Fac Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Lewis Gerber

  • Hometown Health - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Lewis Gerber has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Lewis Gerber has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

63 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated in 1963

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