Summary

Dr. Selwyn Kay is a general surgeon with expertise in surgery, family medicine, and other clinical areas. They earned their medical degree from the University of Cape Town Faculty of Health Sciences and completed residency training at Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University. With 46 years of clinical experience, Dr. Kay brings extensive surgical knowledge to patient care. They are fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kay practices at multiple locations throughout Bakersfield, California, with hospital affiliations at Bakersfield Heart Hospital. They specialize in treating conditions such as ventral hernia, abdominal pain, and gallstones. Their surgical expertise includes performing laparoscopic procedures, gallbladder removal surgery, and abdominal hernia repairs. Patients have given Dr. Kay an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 46 years of experience
  • 50 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Selwyn Kay has 7 locations

Loos Tang And Rodriguez Medical Group

2521 G StBakersfield, CA 93301
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

Kern Medical Center

1700 Mount Vernon AveBakersfield, CA 93306

Adventist Health Bakersfield

2615 Chester AveBakersfield, CA 93301

Bakersfield Heart Hospital

3001 Sillect AveBakersfield, CA 93308

Good Samaritan Hospital

901 Olive DrBakersfield, CA 93308

Mercy Hospital Downtown Bakersfield

2215 Truxtun AveBakersfield, CA 93301

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English, Spanish
Bakersfield , CABakersfield , CABakersfield , CABakersfield , CA
Med School: University Of Cape Town Faculty Of Health Sciences Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Khartoum Faculty Of Medicine Med School: M P Shah Government Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Selwyn Kay

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CenCal Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Denver Health Medical Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • GEHA
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Legacy Health
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • QualCare
  • SelectHealth
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Universal American
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Selwyn Kay has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Selwyn Kay has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Family Medicine
  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Selwyn Kay holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Cape Town Faculty Of Health Sciences in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Kay's NPI number is 1609876754.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Selwyn Kay's office located?
Dr. Selwyn Kay's office is located at 2521 G St, Bakersfield, CA, 93301.
Is Dr. Selwyn Kay accepting new patients?
Dr. Selwyn Kay is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Selwyn Kay's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Selwyn Kay speak?
Dr. Selwyn Kay speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Selwyn Kay?
You can find contact information for Dr. Selwyn Kay here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Selwyn Kay accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Selwyn Kay accepts on their Vitals profile.

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