Summary

Dr. George Makkar specializes in surgery with 16 years of experience treating patients throughout the Van Nuys area. He earned his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Maryland Medical System. Dr. Makkar speaks English and brings extensive surgical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Makkar is affiliated with University of Maryland Children's Hospital and practices at Valley Vascular Associates in Van Nuys, California. He focuses on treating conditions such as varicose veins, advanced chronic kidney disease, and atherosclerosis. His practice includes performing Doppler ultrasounds to assess blood flow, carotid artery ultrasounds for stroke prevention, and Unna boot applications for wound care. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 16 years of experience
  • 65 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Maryland Medical System
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Valley Vascular Associates

16917 Enadia WayVan Nuys, CA 91406

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SurgerySurgeryPlastic SurgeryPlastic Surgery
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16 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks Spanish, Italian Speaks Russian, Spanish, English
Van Nuys , CABAKERSFIELD , CAPasadena , CABeverly Hills , CA
Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Mashhad University Of Medical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. George Michael Makkar

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CenCal Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SelectHealth
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Sierra Health and Life - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. George Michael Makkar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. George Michael Makkar has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Maryland Medical System

Medical School

Howard University College Of MedicineGraduated in 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. George Makkar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. George Makkar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. George Makkar's office located?
Dr. George Makkar's office is located at 16917 Enadia Way, Van Nuys, CA, 91406.
Does Dr. George Makkar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. George Makkar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. George Makkar affiliated with?
Dr. George Makkar is affiliated with University Of Maryland Childrens Hospital.
Is Dr. George Makkar accepting new patients?
Dr. George Makkar is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. George Makkar's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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