Summary

Dr. Eugene Lam is a gastroenterologist with 27 years of experience treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency in internal medicine at Boston Medical Center, followed by a gastroenterology fellowship at UCLA Medical Center/UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. Dr. Lam holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Lam practices at UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and sees patients at Desert Care Network Primary & Specialty Care in La Quinta, California. He specializes in treating colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and GERD (acid reflux). His expertise includes performing colonoscopy procedures, lower GI endoscopy, and pathology tests to diagnose digestive conditions. Patients rate Dr. Lam 4.6 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 27 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Gastroenterology; Boston Medical Center, Internal Medicine
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Desert Care Network Primary & Specialty Care, Multi-Specialty - La Quinta

47647 Caleo Bay Dr Ste 210La Quinta, CA 92253
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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Med School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Emory University Med School: New York University Med School: Charles R Drew University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Eugene Lam

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AlphaCare
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - HMO
  • CalOptima - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Eugene Lam has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Eugene Lam has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Eugene Lam holds an active medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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 Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Gastroenterology; Boston Medical Center, Internal Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in 1999.

NPI Number

Eugene Lam's NPI number is 1043257769.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Eugene Lam's office located?
Eugene Lam's office is located at 47647 Caleo Bay Dr Ste 210, La Quinta, CA, 92253.
Is Eugene Lam accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Eugene Lam affiliated with?
Eugene Lam is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.
Does Eugene Lam accept my insurance?
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Does Eugene Lam accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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