Summary

Dr. Albert Lam is a surgeon with an extensive background spanning 56 years in the field. He earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his general surgery residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Lam is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He provides care in English to his patients.

Dr. Lam practices at multiple Cedars-Sinai Surgery locations in El Segundo and Torrance, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center San Pedro. He specializes in treating hernias, including ventral and inguinal hernias, as well as hemorrhoids. His surgical expertise includes hernia repair procedures and inguinal herniorrhaphy. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 56 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Barnes Hospital General Surgery
  • 13 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Albert Y Lam has 3 locations

Cedars-Sinai Surgery - El Segundo

2110 E El Segundo Blvd Ste 110El Segundo, CA 90245
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cedars-Sinai Surgery - Torrance

3285 Skypark DrTorrance, CA 90505
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cedars-Sinai Surgery - Torrance

23451 Madison St Suites 300 And 340Torrance, CA 90505
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgerySurgerySurgeryVascular Surgery
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4.1 
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56 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
El Segundo , CAAnaheim , CALos Angeles , CALos Alamitos , CA
Med School: Albany Medical College of Union University Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Albert Y Lam

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicare
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SelectHealth
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Albert Y Lam has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Albert Y Lam has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Sleep Apnea (Sleep Apnea Syndromes)

Certifications, License, & Education

56 Years Experience

Albert Y Lam is board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Barnes Hospital General Surgery, Barnes Jewish Hospital, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, and Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, MO.

Medical School

Graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University in 1970.

NPI Number

Albert Y Lam's NPI number is 1568572717.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Albert Lam accepting new patients?
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Does Albert Lam accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Albert Lam accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Albert Lam speak?
Albert Lam speaks English.
Which hospitals is Albert Lam affiliated with?
Albert Lam is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center San Pedro.
Where is Albert Lam's office located?
Albert Lam's office is located at 2110 E El Segundo Blvd Ste 110, El Segundo, CA, 90245.

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