Summary

Dr. Gustavo Lara is a surgeon with 32 years of experience practicing medicine. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency training at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Lara specializes in surgery with additional expertise in other surgical areas. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Lara is affiliated with Chapman Medical Center Inc and practices at multiple locations throughout Riverside and Corona, California. He treats patients with chronic kidney disease and ventral hernias. His surgical expertise includes performing laparoscopic procedures, gallbladder removal surgery, and hernia repair operations. Patients have rated Dr. Lara an average of 4.4 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 32 years of experience
  • 57 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Gustavo Lara has 6 locations

Harvey Nurick Md Medical Group

7111 Indiana Ave Ste 100Riverside, CA 92504
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center

3865 Jackson StRiverside, CA 92503

Riverside Community Hospital

4445 Magnolia AveRiverside, CA 92501

Glenwood Surgery Center

8945 Magnolia Ave Ste 200Riverside, CA 92503
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Gustavo Lara, MDDr. James Akio Hartleroad, MDDr. Brian Stephen Doyle, MDDr. Mario Villafuerte Manese II, MD
SurgeryThoracic SurgeryHand SurgeryAddiction Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
4.1 
4.6 
32 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Riverside , CAMurrieta , CARiverside , CARiverside , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gustavo Lara

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AlphaCare
  • AlphaCare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Easy Choice Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gustavo Lara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gustavo Lara has the following area of expertise

  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Dr. Gustavo Lara 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 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Lara's NPI number is 1639132392.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Gustavo Lara affiliated with?
Dr. Gustavo Lara is affiliated with Chapman Medical Center Inc.
Does Dr. Gustavo Lara accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Gustavo Lara speak?
Dr. Gustavo Lara speaks English and Spanish.
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