Summary

Dr. Carl Bertelsen is a surgeon with 47 years of experience treating patients throughout the San Jose area. He earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed his residency training at UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Bertelsen specializes in surgery with additional expertise in other surgical areas. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Bertelsen practices at Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose and El Camino Health Los Gatos Hospital in Los Gatos, California. He focuses on treating breast cancer, including cases where the cancer has spread or returned after initial treatment. His practice also includes caring for patients with Paget disease of the breast. Patients have rated him 4.6 out of 5 stars on average for his care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 47 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Carl Andrew Bertelsen has 2 locations

Good Samaritan Hospital

2425 Samaritan DrSan Jose, CA 95124

El Camino Health Los Gatos Hospital

815 Pollard RdLos Gatos, CA 95032

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4.6 
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47 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Russian
San Jose , CAPalo Alto , CASan Jose , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Carl Andrew Bertelsen

  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Carl Andrew Bertelsen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Carl Andrew Bertelsen has the following area of expertise

  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. Carl Andrew Bertelsen holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Bertelsen's NPI number is 1205978806.

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Dr. Carl Bertelsen speaks English.
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