Dr. Michael D. Lara, MD | El Paso, TX | Surgery

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Dr. Michael Lara is a surgeon with 28 years of experience in the medical field. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, where he built the foundation for his surgical career. Dr. Lara speaks both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population in his community.

Dr. Lara practices at Del Sol Medical Center in El Paso, Texas, where he focuses on treating conditions such as ventral hernias, acute cholecystitis, and gallstones. He performs procedures including gallbladder removal surgery and laparoscopic techniques that offer patients less invasive treatment options. Patients have given Dr. Lara an average rating of 3.4 stars for his care and expertise.

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accepting new patients
3.4

20 Ratings
28 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
8 written reviews
2 specialties
5 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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the doctor is so rude !!! and the service is really bad

August 7th, 2020

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Great doctor,fast appointment,have really bad pain due to gallstones and Dr.Lara is about to remove them.He was very nice explained to me very Well.Thank you Dr.Lara

May 23rd, 2018

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I had gastric bypass surgery in 2010 and maintain my goal weight. I feel that the follow up from the staff is excellent. The treatment I received from the consultation, to the day of the surgery, to current is excellent. He stresses that intimately the success of the surgery and keeping the weight off is up to the patient. We have to take responsibility for your health. He gives us the tools but it's up to us. I am the healthiest I have ever been!!!!

June 19th, 2017

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As I waited for almost 3 hours a patient who had surgery was bleeding. She let the receptionist know, but she just said "the Dr will be with you shortly" She had to leave and went to the ER.Another patient said the same happened to her. When I finally went in , the Dr was condescending,and rude. The receptionist apologized to me for his behavior,the staff was embarrassed by his behavior.

July 16th, 2015

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My overall experience has been great. I was referred to Dr. Lara by my OB-GYN to exam what turned out, thank God, to be a cyst on right breast. The doctor eased my fear. Also, patients should not always blame their doctors for not telling them things when it is also up to the patient to ask questions.Great office staff as well. Visiting this office, takes some slight fear out of you when your doctors are quite good looking and handsome. I know of at least 2 other co-workers who go to this same office, by coincidence. And, we have all said how nice it is to visit the good looking doctors.

November 21st, 2012

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I had the GASTRIC BYPASS SURGERY IN 2005 and maintain my weight loss today with the exception of a 20lb weight gain. I was treated with the utmost care by him and his staff.

November 7th, 2011

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Omg its placed wrong he won't ancer my calls back I'm calling the board tomorrow

September 15th, 2011

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l:( afortionaly I didn't do my homework before my surgery well too late for that :(, but going back to making an appointment to see the doctor Imposable , dr. only see pations one's a week if not out of town,courtesy and professionalism of office staff she is the worst.

June 14th, 2011

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1655 Mosswood StEl Paso, TX 79935

Tel: (915) 591-7700

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Dr. Michael D Lara, MD	Dr. Jonathan Redmon, MD	Dr. Peter Yu, MD	Dr. Allan Joseph Cribbins III, MD
Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.4 (20 Ratings)	4.5 (11 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	4.6 (28 Ratings)
28 Years of Experience		7 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
El Paso , TX	Houston , TX	Cypress , TX	Plano , TX
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston	Med School: The University of Texas Medical School, Houston, TX	Med School: UT McGovern Medical School	Med School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
Morbid Obesity
Other
Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated in 1998

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