Summary

Dr. Paul Nguyen is a surgeon who earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. With 15 years of experience in surgical practice, he brings extensive expertise to his patients throughout the Central California region. Dr. Nguyen speaks English and has dedicated his career to providing comprehensive surgical care.

Dr. Nguyen practices at multiple locations across Santa Cruz, Watsonville, and Salinas, California, with hospital privileges at Dominican Hospital, Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center of Santa Cruz, and Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital. His surgical expertise includes treating obesity and weight-related conditions, as well as pediatric obesity and ventral hernias. He performs various procedures including colonoscopy, lower GI endoscopy, and minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. Patients consistently rate Dr. Nguyen highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 15 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Paul Duy Nguyen has 7 locations

Surgical Associates Of Monterey Bay

1668 Dominican WaySanta Cruz, CA 95065
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Surgical Associates Of Monterey Bay

75 Nielson StWatsonville, CA 95076
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

Surgical Associates Of Monterey Bay

505 E Romie Ln Ste DSalinas, CA 93901
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

Dominican Hospital

1555 Soquel DrSanta Cruz, CA 95065

Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital

450 E Romie LnSalinas, CA 93901

Central Coast Surgery Center

160 Green Valley RdFreedom, CA 95019
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
4.7 
15 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Tagalog Speaks English Speaks English
Santa Cruz , CASan Jose , CASan Jose , CASan Jose , CA
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paul Duy Nguyen

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Choice
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthNow - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Preferred Care Partners - HMO
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Paul Duy Nguyen has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr. Paul Duy Nguyen holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Nguyen's NPI number is 1184911968.

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What languages does Dr. Paul Nguyen speak?
Dr. Paul Nguyen speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Paul Nguyen's office located?
Dr. Paul Nguyen's office is located at 1668 Dominican Way, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065.

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