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Summary
Dr. Donald Lucas is a surgeon with 17 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care. He earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. His extensive background has prepared him to handle a wide range of surgical procedures with skill and precision.
Dr. Lucas practices at Children's Hospital Los Angeles and has affiliations with Naval Medical Center San Diego Balboa and Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. He specializes in treating conditions such as appendicitis, ventral hernias, and noncancerous ovarian growths. His surgical expertise includes performing laparoscopic procedures, appendectomies, and laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery using minimally invasive techniques that promote faster recovery times for patients.
Dr. Lucas practices at Children's Hospital Los Angeles and has affiliations with Naval Medical Center San Diego Balboa and Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. He specializes in treating conditions such as appendicitis, ventral hernias, and noncancerous ovarian growths. His surgical expertise includes performing laparoscopic procedures, appendectomies, and laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery using minimally invasive techniques that promote faster recovery times for patients.
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Quick Facts
- 17 years of experience
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 2 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Donald Jay Lucas has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Surgery | Critical Care Medicine | Critical Care Medicine | Critical Care Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 17 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Los Angeles , CA | Riverside , CA | ROLLING HILLS ESTATES , CA | Pasadena , CA |
| Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine | Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University | Med School: California Northstate University College Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Donald Jay Lucas has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Donald Jay Lucas has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
17 Years Experience
Dr. Donald Jay Lucas 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 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Duke University School Of Medicine and Duke University School Of Medicine in 2009.
NPI Number
Dr. Lucas' NPI number is 1790911394.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Donald Lucas's office located?
- Dr. Donald Lucas's office is located at 4650 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90027.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Donald Lucas affiliated with?
- Dr. Donald Lucas is affiliated with Childrens Hospital Los Angeles, Naval Medical Center San Diego Balboa, and Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Donald Lucas?
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- Does Dr. Donald Lucas accept my insurance?
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- Does Dr. Donald Lucas accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Donald Lucas has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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