199 General Surgeons Found in Carlsbad, CA

We found 199 General Surgeons available in Carlsbad, CA with an average 4 stars across 1,785 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 119 General Surgeons listed are accepting new patients and 105 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Ravinder Jarial, DO

Plastic Surgery
Had a good bedside manner
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
West Palm Beach, FL
"Very attentive, great communication, understanding my needs, wonderful experience, so happy with the results." View Profile

Dr. Steve Laverson, MD

Plastic Surgery
Provided follow-up after the visit
1 Award
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Rancho Santa Fe, CA9.6 mi
"Dr. Laverson performed my tummy tuck, and I’m really happy with the results. He truly has a unique technique that delivers remarkable outcomes. " View Profile

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Dr. Frank T. Kerrigan, DO

Surgery
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Palm Desert, CA
"Good visit as usual. Thorough, not rushed. Always feel he is listening & gives good advise on health issues!" View Profile

Dr. Ramin Raiszadeh, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Carlsbad, CA1.4 mi
Dr. Ramin Raiszadeh, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Carlsbad, CA, with other offices in Escondido, CA and El Centro, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Ravinder Jarial, DO

Plastic Surgery
Gave an accurate diagnosis
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
West Palm Beach, FL
"Very attentive, great communication, understanding my needs, wonderful experience, so happy with the results." View Profile

Dr. Stephen Michael Dent, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Carlsbad, CA1.4 mi
Dr. Stephen Michael Dent, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Carlsbad, CA, with other offices in Carlsbad, CA and Encinitas, CA. He has 22 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Moses David Salgado, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
CARLSBAD, CA0.4 mi
"Kind, caring, and attentive to My needs! His nurses are also top notch! I highly recommend him for all your needs regarding ears noses and throats!" View Profile

Dr. Christopher N Spellman, MD

Ophthalmology
28 years exp
Carlsbad, CA2.3 mi
"Dr. Spellman is kind, gentle, and smart. His office is efficient and things run smoothly there. He was able to get my glaucoma under control when my other docs were having trouble." View Profile

Dr. Eric Bruce Rypins, MD

Surgery
50 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Carlsbad, CA1.4 mi
"Butt Doctor, Butt Doctor....He is a great Butt Doctor....tough subject but his staff is great and he knows his stuff..." View Profile

Dr. Adam Samuel Fierer, MD

Surgery
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Carlsbad, CA1.4 mi
"Dr Fierer fixed my hernia and very happy with recovery and procedure. This type of surgery is no joke about the pain, but I walked out of recovery to get into my husbands car." View Profile

Dr. Gehaan Franklin Dsouza, MD

Surgery
18 years exp
Carlsbad, CA3.2 mi
Dr. Gehaan Franklin Dsouza, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Carlsbad, CA. He has 18 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, Plastic Surgery. View Profile

Dr. James Hull Yahr, MD

Surgery
59 years exp
Carlsbad, CA1.5 mi
Dr. James Hull Yahr, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Carlsbad, CA. They have 59 years of experience. Their specialties include Surgery, Ophthalmology. View Profile

Dr. Thomas John Nelson

Surgery
31 years exp
Carlsbad, CA1.3 mi
"Found and removed cancerous mase during Colonoscopy." View Profile

Dr. Eileen Stack Natuzzi

Vascular Surgery
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Carlsbad, CA1.4 mi
Dr. Eileen Stack Natuzzi is a health care provider primarily located in Carlsbad, CA, with another office in Encinitas, CA. She has 37 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Jackson Streeter

Surgery
38 years exp
CARLSBAD, CA1.8 mi
Dr. Jackson Streeter is a health care provider primarily located in CARLSBAD, CA. He has 38 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, Family Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Albert Joseph Macksood, MD

Surgery
Carlsbad, CA1.8 mi
Dr. Albert Joseph Macksood, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Carlsbad, CA. Their specialties include Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery, Thoracic Surgery. View Profile

Dr. Eric Jay Goldberg

Surgery
50 years exp
Carlsbad, CA2.5 mi
Dr. Eric Jay Goldberg is a health care provider primarily located in Carlsbad, CA. He has 50 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, Vascular Surgery. View Profile

Dr. Abdo Farah Showah, MD

Surgery
40 years exp
CARLSBAD, CA3.1 mi
Dr. Abdo Farah Showah, MD is a health care provider primarily located in CARLSBAD, CA, with another office in CARLSBAD, CA. He has 40 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Robert Mitchell Korbelak, MD

Surgery
61 years exp
Carlsbad, CA3.5 mi
Dr. Robert Mitchell Korbelak, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Carlsbad, CA, with another office in Carlsbad, CA. He has 61 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Joaquin Salcedo Aldrete, MD

Surgery
67 years exp
Carlsbad, CA3.6 mi
Dr. Joaquin Salcedo Aldrete, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Carlsbad, CA. They have 67 years of experience. Their specialties include Surgery. View Profile

Dr. Stuart Allen Brodsky

Surgery
63 years exp
Carlsbad, CA3.9 mi
Dr. Stuart Allen Brodsky is a health care provider primarily located in Carlsbad, CA. He has 63 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, Other Specialty. View Profile

Dr. Ryan Anthony Panetti

Anesthesiology
4 years exp
Accepting New Patients
CARLSBAD, CA5.2 mi
Dr. Ryan Anthony Panetti is a health care provider primarily located in CARLSBAD, CA, with other offices in Newport Beach, CA and Newark, NJ(and 6 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Steve Laverson, MD

Plastic Surgery
Gave an accurate diagnosis
1 Award
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Rancho Santa Fe, CA9.6 mi
"Dr. Laverson performed my tummy tuck, and I’m really happy with the results. He truly has a unique technique that delivers remarkable outcomes. " View Profile

Dr. Dhruvil Pradip Gandhi, MD

Colorectal Surgery
23 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oceanside, CA3.9 mi
"I work in the medical field and was very happy with Dr. Gandhi. He is professional and knows what he is doing. He took care of my issue in just a few visits." View Profile

Dr. Matthew Mark Schultzel, DO

Colorectal Surgery
16 years exp
Encinitas, CA5.5 mi
"I recently had a surgical procedure performed by Dr. Schultzel, and I cannot express how grateful I am for the exceptional care I received." View Profile

Dr. Jason Roman Hess, MD

Plastic Surgery
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA6.4 mi
"Dr Hess helped my wife relieve pain from previous surgeries by other doctors. He was very professional, direct, and explained all risks associated with the procedure." View Profile

Dr. Sanjay Grover, MD

Plastic Surgery
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oceanside, CA3.9 mi

Dr. Ramin Sorkhi, MD

Surgery
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oceanside, CA3.9 mi
"Dr. Sorkhi was exceptional with my surgery from start to finish. Upon my first visit, his gentle smile and calm demeanor put me at ease." View Profile

Dr. Mark Takata, MD

Surgery
25 years exp
Encinitas, CA6.5 mi
"Best Surgeon at Scripps clinic. Hard to find a skilled and compassionate surgeon, and he is BOTH of them! Monique" View Profile

Dr. Manuel Tanguma, MD

Family Medicine
27 years exp
Oceanside, CA6.4 mi
"Th best doctor I have ever had!" View Profile

Dr. Dana Curtis Covey, MD

Sports Medicine
48 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA
Dr. Dana Curtis Covey, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Encinitas, CA. He has 48 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Vinko Zlomislic, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA
Dr. Vinko Zlomislic, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Encinitas, CA. He has 21 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Van Le Cheng, MD

Surgery
24 years exp
Encinitas, CA6.4 mi
"What I like about Dr. Cheng is that not only is she great at what she is specialized to do but also as a human being." View Profile

Dr. Herman Skorobogaty, MD

Surgery
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oceanside, CA4.2 mi
Dr. Herman Skorobogaty, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oceanside, CA, with other offices in La Jolla, CA and Oceanside, CA. He has 29 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Alfonso Camberos, MD

Plastic Surgery
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oceanside, CA3.9 mi
"Dr Camberos did a very good job with my breast reduction surgery . I am very happy with the result. I highly recommend him . Thank you ??" View Profile

Dr. Timothy Joseph Fairbanks, MD

Surgery
26 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oceanside, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Timothy Joseph Fairbanks, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oceanside, CA, with other offices in Oceanside, CA and MURRIETA, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Mark Bernhardt Schoemann

Plastic Surgery
23 years exp
Encinitas, CA5.6 mi
"I had a breast implant removal for health reasons and was extremely pleased with my experience and the results." View Profile

Dr. Gillian Que Galloway, MD

Surgery
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA6.4 mi
"Unfortunately in my life I've needed surgeries, each time I've chosen Dr. Galloway to perform them. I always felt his communication was direct, competent and compassionate. " View Profile

Dr. Jason Robert Grove, MD

Surgery
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Vista, CA4.6 mi
Dr. Jason Robert Grove, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Vista, CA, with another office in Escondido, CA. He has 32 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Thomas Tino Terramani, MD

Vascular Surgery
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oceanside, CA3.9 mi
Dr. Thomas Tino Terramani, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oceanside, CA, with other offices in La Mesa, CA and Oceanside, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Seth K. Bechis, MD

Urology
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA
"Dr. Seth Bechis cared for me for several months when I had kidney stones and had to have a series of surgeries in 2019 and early 2020." View Profile

Dr. Anshu Gupta, MD

Plastic Surgery
28 years exp
ENCINITAS, CA5.5 mi
"Love Dr. Gupta, fixed what another (prominent La Jolla) doc did and could not fix." View Profile

Dr. Lynn Arlene Weston, MD

Colorectal Surgery
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA6.4 mi
"Excellent Doctor! My highest recommendation!" View Profile

Dr. Shelby Clare Leuin, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oceanside, CA5.0 mi
"Amazing Dr.Shelbi! She literally saved my son ear, she performed an excellent surgery and recovery period was so minimal! Thank you so mych doctor Shelbi!" View Profile

Dr. Stephen Charles Wilson, MD

Surgery
Encinitas, CA5.6 mi
"I had 2 extremely positve experiences with Dr. Stephen Wilson at Scripps- Oceanside, California." View Profile

Dr. Anthony Edmund Magit, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
41 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA5.6 mi
"We saw Dr. Magit years ago for 2 of our children with very different issues. One for sleep apnia and one for a salivary duct that flared up." View Profile

Dr. Katie Hueitzu Huang, MD

Surgery
28 years exp
Encinitas, CA6.4 mi
"Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. Dr. Huang did this by studying hard and becoming a Doctor. She gave me, an old man 30 more years?" View Profile

Dr. John Mitchell Kroener, MD

Surgery
50 years exp
Oceanside, CA3.9 mi
Dr. John Mitchell Kroener, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Oceanside, CA. He has 50 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, Vascular Surgery. View Profile

Dr. Katayoun Toosie, MD

Surgery
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oceanside, CA3.7 mi
"Before I found Dr Toosie, lost in the unknown! She spent time with me, explained everything! For the first time in almost 4 months since my diagnosis I feel at peace!" View Profile

Dr. Mohsin Saeed, MD

Diagnostic Radiology
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA6.4 mi
"My wife was having severe bleeding from the stomach and was sent as an emergency to Dr. Saeed from Mercy Hospital. He performed a procedure to stop the bleeding, saving her life." View Profile

Dr. Karen Michiko Kling, MD

Surgery
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oceanside, CA5.0 mi
"Dr. Kling is the most caring physician that I know. She is knowledgable and kind. She took the best care of my daughter." View Profile

Dr. Nishant Dhirendra Patel, MD

Urology
18 years exp
Encinitas, CA6.4 mi
"Dr Patel provided us great care and has excellent technical skills" View Profile

Dr. Imad Sami Dandan, MD

Trauma Surgery
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA6.4 mi
"I met Dr. Dandan at the Scripps La Jolla trauma unit. He made an otherwise painful and unpleasant event a bit more manageable with his upbeat and caring demeanor." View Profile

Dr. Richard Duane Stahl, MD

Thoracic Surgery
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA6.4 mi
Dr. Richard Duane Stahl, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Encinitas, CA, with other offices in La Jolla, CA and La Jolla, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Omar Al-Nouri, DO

Surgery
19 years exp
Oceanside, CA4.2 mi
Dr. Omar Al-Nouri, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Oceanside, CA, with other offices in La Jolla, CA and Oceanside, CA. He has 19 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Jeffrey Weiss, MD

Surgery
31 years exp
Oceanside, CA4.2 mi
"My wife and I have become donors to Scripps Foundation primarily because of doctors like Jeffery Weiss." View Profile

Dr. Brandon Larren Grusd, MD

Diagnostic Radiology
23 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA6.4 mi
"Great care. Genuine. Took time" View Profile

Dr. Richard Paul Saik, MD

Surgery
62 years exp
Encinitas, CA4.0 mi
Dr. Richard Paul Saik, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Encinitas, CA. He has 62 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, Other Specialty. View Profile

Dr. James Garrett Schwendig, MD

Surgery
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA6.4 mi
Dr. James Garrett Schwendig, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Encinitas, CA, with other offices in La Jolla, CA and La Jolla, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Srinivas Srinath Iyengar

Ophthalmology
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Oceanside, CA3.9 mi
"I had surgery about 6 weeks ago. I could not be more pleased. I had eye lid surgery and the bags removed from underneath the eyes. The results are amazing. Very happy client." View Profile

Dr. David Poon, MD

Surgery
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Marcos, CA7.8 mi
Dr. David Poon, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Marcos, CA, with another office in San Marcos, CA. He has 30 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. John George Carson, MD

Vascular Surgery
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA6.5 mi
Dr. John George Carson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Encinitas, CA, with other offices in Augusta, ME and Encinitas, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

What is a General Surgeon and How Can They Help You?

A surgeon performs operative interventions to treat pathology, trauma, and structural abnormalities through invasive techniques. Surgeons diagnose surgical conditions and provide perioperative patient management.

Surgeons complete medical school and surgical residency lasting five to seven years depending on specialty (general surgery, cardiothoracic, etc.). Many pursue subspecialty fellowship for specialized surgical expertise.

A Surgeon's clinical work involves:

  • Concentrates on operative management of disease and injury across body systems
  • Assesses patients, orders investigations, determines surgical indications, performs operations, oversees postoperative care
  • Treats traumatic injuries, neoplasms, hernias, appendiceal inflammation, biliary disease, and vascular pathology
  • Uses conventional open techniques, laparoscopic methods, robotic-assisted procedures, and minimally invasive approaches
  • Known as: general surgeon, operative specialist, MD, DO

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What's the best way to search for a General Surgeon in Carlsbad who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only General Surgeons in Carlsbad who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find General Surgeons in Carlsbad who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see General Surgeons providing telehealth services in Carlsbad. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated General Surgeons in Carlsbad?
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Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a General Surgeon in Carlsbad?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Carlsbad. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which General Surgeons in Carlsbad have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Carlsbad. This helps you find a General Surgeon that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with General Surgeons in Carlsbad without calling?
Search for General Surgeons who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a General Surgeon in Carlsbad with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for General Surgeons in Carlsbad. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
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Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right General Surgeon.
How can I locate a General Surgeon in Carlsbad who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for General Surgeons. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a General Surgeon in Carlsbad who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where General Surgeons practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find General Surgeons who work there.

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