Summary

Dr. Oliver Lao is a surgeon who specializes in pediatric care, bringing 22 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation for his surgical expertise. Dr. Lao is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient families.

Dr. Lao practices at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Division of Pediatric General Surgery, with locations in Hollywood, Weston, and Coral Springs, Florida. He is also affiliated with Mary Bridge Children's Hospital. His expertise includes treating conditions such as fussy baby syndrome and liver disease in young patients. Dr. Lao performs various procedures including sedation management and pathology tests to ensure comprehensive surgical care. Patients give him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his pediatric surgical skills.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 22 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
  • 43 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Oliver Bennett Lao has 3 locations

Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Division of Pediatric General Surgery

1150 N 35th Ave Ste 555Hollywood, FL 33021
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

Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Division of Pediatric General Surgery

1865 N Corporate Lakes Blvd # 1Weston, FL 33326
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

Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Division of Pediatric General Surgery

5830 Coral Ridge Dr Ste 140Coral Springs, FL 33076
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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Dr. Oliver Bennett Lao, MDDr. Chad R. Marrs, MDDr. Matthew C. Mai, MDDr. Steven Kim, MD
SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
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3.7 
22 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Hollywood , FLSarasota , FLGulf Breeze , FLBoca Raton , FL
Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: State University of New York Health Science Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Oliver Bennett Lao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AvMed
  • AvMed - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Humana
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Prestige Health Choice
  • Prestige Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • South Florida Community Care Network
  • South Florida Community Care Network - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Oliver Bennett Lao has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Vanderbilt University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2004

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Dr. Oliver Lao is affiliated with Mary Bridge Childrens Hospital.

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