Summary

Dr. Edward Cho is a surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive surgical procedures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucile A. Carver College of Medicine, where he also completed his residency in general surgery at University of Iowa Hospital and Clinic. Dr. Cho further advanced his expertise through a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at University of California San Diego Health. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Cho practices at the Surgery Center - Dignity Health in Santa Maria, California, and maintains affiliations with University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating gallbladder conditions such as gallstones and acute gallbladder inflammation. He also specializes in repairing ventral hernias, which are weaknesses in the abdominal wall. His surgical expertise encompasses pathology evaluations and providing sedation care during procedures.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of California San Diego Health, Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Surgery Center - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA

316 S Stratford Ave Suite BSanta Maria, CA 93454
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
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Edward Cho, MDNirav Naik, MDDr. Kevin Rodriguez, MDDr. Wolfgang Curt Hallauer, MD
SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
30 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks English, Spanish
Santa Maria , CABAKERSFIELD , CASanta Maria , CABuellton , CA
Med School: University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucile A., Carver College of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edward Cho

  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CenCal Health
  • CenCal Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Edward Cho has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of California San Diego Health, Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery

Residency

University of Iowa Hospital and Clinic, Department of General Surgery

Medical School

University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucile A., Carver College of Medicine

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Edward Cho speak?
Dr. Edward Cho speaks English.
Where is Dr. Edward Cho's office located?
Dr. Edward Cho's office is located at 316 S Stratford Ave Suite B, Santa Maria, CA, 93454.
Is Dr. Edward Cho accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Edward Cho accept my insurance?
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