Summary

Dr. Tarun Bajaj is a surgeon with 19 years of experience who earned his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in 2012, followed by specialized fellowship training at the Texas Endosurgery Institute in 2013. Dr. Bajaj speaks English and focuses his practice on advanced surgical techniques.

Dr. Bajaj is affiliated with Salinas Valley Health Medical Center and practices in Salinas, California. He specializes in treating obesity and overweight conditions, including pediatric obesity cases. His expertise also includes ventral hernia repair. Dr. Bajaj performs laparoscopic procedures and gallbladder removal surgery using minimally invasive techniques. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 19 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Texas Endosurgery Institute
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Salinas Valley Health General Surgery

236 San Jose StSalinas, CA 93901
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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19 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Salinas , CASALINAS , CAMonterey , CAMonterey , CA
Med School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine (Medical Education) Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tarun Bajaj

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Tarun Bajaj has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Tarun Bajaj has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Texas Endosurgery Institute2013

Residency

Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital2012

Medical School

Saint Louis University School of Medicine (Medical Education)Graduated in 2007

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Tarun Bajaj speak?
Dr. Tarun Bajaj speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Tarun Bajaj affiliated with?
Dr. Tarun Bajaj is affiliated with Salinas Valley Health Medical Center.
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