Dr. David L. Vannix, MD | Long Beach, CA | General Surgeon

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Dr. David Vannix is a surgeon who specializes in surgery and critical care medicine. He earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loma Linda University. With four decades of medical practice, Dr. Vannix brings extensive experience to patient care. He is fluent in English, German, and Spanish.

Dr. Vannix is affiliated with UCI Health Lakewood and practices at multiple locations throughout Long Beach and Los Alamitos, California. His expertise includes treating patients with ventral hernias, gallstone disease, and abdominal pain. He performs laparoscopic procedures and provides chronic wound care for patients requiring specialized treatment. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
4.2

38 Ratings
40 years of experience
40 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, German, Spanish
Loma Linda University
7 written reviews
2 specialties
2 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
6 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Vannix's Ratings and Reviews

4.2

38 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 6 Minutes

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This man has performed 4 surgeries on my husband the first one saved his life just in time, other ones were scar tissue and hernia, always helpful and willing to communicate With you to help you understand as a wife worried and scared he was very comforting and explained everything to me step by step the many surgeries are my husbands body not the doctor I want that clear. He is a surgeon I trust completely. Thank you Dr. Vannix

May 15th, 2019

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Dr. Vannix is more than a great doctor and surgeon, he is a fine gentleman. He has a friendly staff and two beautiful clean offices in Long Beach and Los Alamitos.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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February 2nd, 2017

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Dr. Vannix saved my dad's life, and has went above and beyond to treat him. I would highly recommend him to anyone I meet without hesitation. He makes you feel like you are his family not a patient, or a chart number. Above all he does his job and is serious about it.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 14th, 2016

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Dr. Vannix made a very uncomfortable surgery so easy, I want to say to other patients, Never Fear, Dr. Vannix is here! He'll take care of you professionally and keep the icky parts of having surgery to a minimum. His team was fantastic, too!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 2nd, 2015

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Helper was not very friendly. She seemed disinterested in h either her job or me (the patient). Dr. Vannix is amazing! One of the very best docs I have ever had. Office staff needs to step it up.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 7th, 2015

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Dr. Vannix is one of the best doctor that I met ever. You can trust him always in every problem in his profile.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 28th, 2012

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Dr. Vannix saved my life after a misdiagnosis and cared so much and checked up on me the whole process of recovery instead of passing me off to another doctor. He listened to what I had to say and respected my opinions. He in my eyes is the best doctor I have ever experienced. Thank you.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 21st, 2011

Vascular And General Surgery Associates

3747 Worsham Ave Ste 200Long Beach, CA 90808

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

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Vascular And General Surgery Associates

3791 Katella Ave Ste 201Los Alamitos, CA 90720

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

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College Medical Center

2776 Pacific AveLong Beach, CA 90806

Tel: (562) 997-2000

Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center

2801 Atlantic AveLong Beach, CA 90806

Tel: (562) 933-2000

Uci Health Los Alamitos

3751 Katella AveLos Alamitos, CA 90720

Tel: (562) 598-1311

Reagan Street Surgery Center

10904 Reagan StLos Alamitos, CA 90720

Tel: (562) 596-3140

Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. David Lee Vannix, MD	John Henry Thayer	Astkhik Mangasarian	Ann Huynh Nguyen
Surgery	Pediatrics	Critical Care Medicine	Nurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients
4.2 (38 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
40 Years of Experience	4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, German, Spanish
Long Beach , CA	Sacramento , CA	Loma Linda , CA	SANTA ANA , CA
Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Critical Care Medicine
Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Dr. David Lee Vannix holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Loma Linda University.

Medical School

Graduated from Loma Linda University School Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Vannix's NPI number is 1013084979.

Tuan Anh Vu Mai
Anesthesiology
8 Years Exp | Los Angeles, CA
(0)
Jillian Kaye Mccabe, MD
Surgical Oncology
9 Years Exp | Santa Monica, CA
(0)
Andrew Shieh
Pediatrics
8 Years Exp | Ann Arbor, MI
(0)
Rembrandt Robert Vandruff
Critical Care Medicine
8 Years Exp | Los Angeles, CA
(0)
Carolina Mae Ungs
Pediatrics
7 Years Exp | Pasadena, CA
(0)
Alyssa Blood Valenti
Plastic Surgery
9 Years Exp | Los Angeles, CA
(0)
Sho Tanaka
Anesthesiology
12 Years Exp | West Hollywood, CA
(0)
Justine Jaekyong Ko
Critical Care Medicine
7 Years Exp | Los Angeles, CA
(0)
Cynthia Orantes
Pediatrics
9 Years Exp | Loma Linda, CA
(0)
Joshua Tzvi Waltzman
Plastic Surgery
17 Years Exp | Long Beach, CA
(2)

What languages does Dr. David Vannix speak?: Dr. David Vannix speaks English, German, and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Dr. David Vannix affiliated with?: Dr. David Vannix is affiliated with Uci Health Lakewood.

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