Summary

Dr. Lara Appiah is a surgeon with eight years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care to patients throughout the Brandon and Tampa area. She earned her medical degree from International American University College of Medicine and has developed expertise in treating a wide range of surgical conditions. Her practice focuses on both emergency surgical interventions and planned procedures to help patients recover from various abdominal and gallbladder-related health issues.

Dr. Appiah is affiliated with Saint Josephs Hospital Inc, HCA Florida Brandon Hospital, and BayCare Hospital Wesley Chapel, allowing her to serve patients across multiple convenient locations in Brandon and Tampa, Florida. She specializes in treating abdominal pain and gallbladder conditions such as acute cholecystitis and gallstones. Her surgical expertise includes performing laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery and emergency care procedures. Dr. Appiah's minimally invasive approach to gallbladder surgery helps patients experience faster recovery times and reduced post-operative discomfort.
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Quick Facts

  • 8 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • International American University College Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Lara Farouk Appiah has 3 locations

Suncoast Surgical Associates Pa

519 Medical Oaks AveBrandon, FL 33511
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

Hca Florida Brandon Hospital

119 Oakfield DrBrandon, FL 33511

Saint Josephs Hospital Inc

3001 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdTampa, FL 33607

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Med School: International American University College Of Medicine Med School: University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Med School: University of South Florida College of Public Health Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lara Farouk Appiah

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida - PPO
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • SelectHealth
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Simply Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Sunshine Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lara Farouk Appiah has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lara Farouk Appiah has the following area of expertise

  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

8 Years Experience

Dr. Lara Farouk Appiah holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from International American University College Of Medicine in 2018.

NPI Number

Dr. Appiah's NPI number is 1689134439.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Lara Appiah accepting new patients?
Dr. Lara Appiah has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Lara Appiah's office located?
Dr. Lara Appiah's office is located at 519 Medical Oaks Ave, Brandon, FL, 33511.
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