Summary

Dr. Formosa Chen is a surgeon who specializes in colorectal surgery, bringing two decades of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and completed her residency training at UCLA Medical Center. Her extensive background has equipped her with deep expertise in treating complex conditions affecting the colon and rectum.

Dr. Chen practices at Olive View UCLA Medical Center in Sylmar, California. She focuses on treating patients with colorectal cancer, rectal cancer, and other gastrointestinal cancers. Her surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and blood tests to help diagnose and monitor patient conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her care and surgical skill.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 20 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Olive View Ucla Medical Center

14445 Olive View DrSylmar, CA 91342

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Dr. Formosa Cindy Chen, MDNirav Naik, MDDr. Gary Miles Tearston, MDDr. Mark Magdy Youssef, MD
SurgerySurgeryPlastic SurgeryPlastic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
4.1 
20 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Korean
Sylmar , CABAKERSFIELD , CABeverly Hills , CASanta Monica , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Formosa Cindy Chen

  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Formosa Cindy Chen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Formosa Cindy Chen has the following area of expertise

  • Colorectal Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucla Medical Center

Medical School

Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern CaliforniaGraduated in 2006

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Formosa Chen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Formosa Chen accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Formosa Chen's office located?
Dr. Formosa Chen's office is located at 14445 Olive View Dr, Sylmar, CA, 91342.
Is Dr. Formosa Chen accepting new patients?
Dr. Formosa Chen has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Formosa Chen affiliated with?
Dr. Formosa Chen is affiliated with Olive View Ucla Medical Center.
Does Dr. Formosa Chen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Formosa Chen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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