Dr. David G. Sheldon, MD | Santa Cruz, CA | Surgical Oncologist

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Dr. Sheldon graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1992. He works in Santa Cruz, CA and specializes in Surgical Oncology and Surgery. Dr. Sheldon is affiliated with Logan Health Whitefish, Logan Health Medical Center, Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz and Logan Health.

4.9

16 Ratings
34 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
11 written reviews
2 specialties
4 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
4 hospital affiliations
1 office location
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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4.9

16 Ratings with 11 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Dr David Sheldon, MD is one of the most caring surgeon I ever had. Hopefully he will be there when I need to have the next surgery. Cancer is so unpredictable and having someone there who cares is very important and Dr David Sheldon is one.

April 7th, 2022

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Dr David Sheldon is and excellent surgeon. Have a very rare cancer and he had to do debulking cause the cancer came back. I am so lucky to have the him as my surgeon. Explained everything to me and what he had to do. If you need any kind on surgery for cancer he is the one you would want to have. Very thorough. So glad I had him. Kalispell Regional Hospital are so lucky to have him in which they change there name to Logan Health. I hope they know how lucky they are to have an excellent surgeon. Thank you Dr Sheldon.

October 10th, 2021

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Dr D Sheldon is a excellent surgeon. Explains the type of surgery you are going to have for the condition you have. He is kind and very gentle and understanding. He is there for you when ever you need him. You coudn't ask for a better doctor and surgeon.

September 23rd, 2021

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Dr David Sheldon is a very caring doctor and a doctor that tells it the way it is with your surgery. Couldn't ask for a better doctor

July 27th, 2021

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Dr. Sheldon is a true asset to flathead valley . Excellent bedside manner -took time to explain in detail my surgery. Very confident dr.which made me relax knowing i was in the best hands possible.

December 20th, 2018

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Will always be grateful to Dr. David G. Sheldon and his excellent medical team, combined with the staff at KRMC. The access to Dr. Sheldon and the team of first class medical professionals they have assembled in Western Montana has improved the lives of many people. Thank you!

October 8th, 2018

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Did MULTIPLE surgeries on me in 2015. Perfect results. Answered questions even 6 months post surgery! Very confident surgeon, which passed off confidence onto myself that I was in great hands. Dr. Sheldon is very compassionate person. I would refer anybody and everyone to him.

October 26th, 2016

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He has a good bed side manner and competent professional. Makes himself available 24/7 for post operative issues. An asset to the Flathead Valley.

September 22nd, 2016

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Outstanding surgeon. He knows what he is doing and he makes himself very accessible to his patients.

June 14th, 2010

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saved my life - operated for 13.5 hours to remove all trace of tumor - I am now 4 years out from surgery

October 12th, 2009

Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz

2900 Chanticleer AveSanta Cruz, CA 95065

Tel: (831) 477-2200


Dr. David Garrabrant Sheldon, MD	Dr. Manuel Garcia-Toca, MD	Dr. Ramin Rodney Saket, MD	Dr. Eric Jonathan Kashnow, MD
Surgical Oncology	Vascular Surgery	Neuroradiology	Anesthesiology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (16 Ratings)	5 (4 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
34 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience	22 Years of Experience	26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Santa Cruz , CA	San Jose , CA	Santa Clara , CA	Santa Cruz , CA
Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine	Med School: Universidad Anahuac Escuela De Medicina	Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine	Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE
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Dr. David Garrabrant Sheldon holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of California and Montana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of Montana that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Sheldon's NPI number is 1497713598.

III Philip Kingsn Gilman
Surgery
58 Years Exp | Santa Cruz, CA
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Vascular Surgery
56 Years Exp | San Jose, CA
(3)
Dr. Gary Weissenfluh, DO
Critical Care Medicine
21 Years Exp | San Jose, CA
(0)
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Anesthesiology
17 Years Exp | San Jose, CA
(0)
Dr. Natasha Wallace, MD
Psychiatry
18 Years Exp | CAMPBELL, CA
(0)
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Thoracic Surgery
16 Years Exp | Santa Clara, CA
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Critical Care Medicine
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Which hospitals is Dr. David Sheldon affiliated with?: Dr. David Sheldon is affiliated with Logan Health Whitefish, Logan Health Medical Center, Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz, and Logan Health.

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