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Summary
Dr. Donald Lucas is a surgeon with 17 years of experience treating patients across multiple healthcare settings. He earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. His surgical expertise spans a range of conditions and procedures that serve patients of all ages.
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 and San Diego, California. He specializes in treating conditions such as appendicitis, ventral hernias, and noncancerous ovarian growths. His surgical skills include performing laparoscopic procedures and coordinating pathology testing to ensure accurate diagnoses for his 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 and San Diego, California. He specializes in treating conditions such as appendicitis, ventral hernias, and noncancerous ovarian growths. His surgical skills include performing laparoscopic procedures and coordinating pathology testing to ensure accurate diagnoses for his patients.
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Quick Facts
- 17 years of experience
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
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| Dr. Donald Jay Lucas, MD | Dr. Russell Hutson | Dr. Paul James Brosnihan | Dr. Nicholas James Eustace |
| Surgery | Diagnostic Radiology | Critical Care Medicine | Radiation Oncology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 17 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Los Angeles , CA | Los Angeles , CA | Torrance , CA | Duarte , CA |
| Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med | Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Alabama School 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
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Medical School
Duke University School Of Medicine
Duke University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2009
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- Is Dr. Donald Lucas accepting new patients?
- Dr. Donald Lucas has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- 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.
- Where is Dr. Donald Lucas's office located?
- Dr. Donald Lucas's office is located at 4650 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90027.
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