Summary

Dr. Javier Herrera is a surgeon who has dedicated 34 years to providing surgical care to patients. He completed his medical education at the University of Miami School of Medicine in Miami, Florida, before pursuing comprehensive surgical training through residencies at Naval Medical Center in San Diego and Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Herrera is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery, demonstrating his expertise in the field. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Herrera practices at Swedish Surgical Specialists and maintains hospital privileges at St. Vincent's Medical Center Southside in Edmonds, Washington. His surgical expertise includes treating conditions such as gallbladder inflammation and gallstones, as well as managing pain following surgical procedures. He performs various surgical procedures and utilizes sedation techniques to ensure patient comfort during treatment. Patients have given Dr. Herrera an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his surgical care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 34 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, General Surgery; Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery
  • 41 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 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

Swedish Surgical Specialists - Edmonds

21616 76th Ave W Ste 201AEdmonds, WA 98026
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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4.8 
34 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Edmonds , WAOakland , CATacoma , WASeattle , WA
Med School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Javier Herrera

  • Aetna
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • First Choice Health
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Group Health Cooperative - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Regence BlueShield of Idaho
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Javier Herrera has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Javier Herrera has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery (Cholecystectomy)

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, General Surgery; Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery
Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program
Washington Hospital Center1993
Naval Hospital Of San Diego1993

Medical School

University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami FlGraduated in 1992
University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of MedicineGraduated in 1992

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Dr. Javier Herrera speak?
Dr. Javier Herrera speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Javier Herrera affiliated with?
Dr. Javier Herrera is affiliated with St Vincent's Medical Center Southside.
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