395 General Surgeons Found in Solana Beach, CA

We found 395 General Surgeons available in Solana Beach, CA with an average 4 stars across 3,375 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 191 General Surgeons listed are accepting new patients and 116 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Steve Laverson, MD

Plastic Surgery
Provided follow-up after the visit
1 Award
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Rancho Santa Fe, CA3.3 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. Ravinder Jarial, DO

Plastic Surgery
Flexible scheduling
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. Paul Schalch Lepe, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
Gave an accurate diagnosis
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.7 mi
"I wanted to say thank you for your helping me deal with my cancer doc! I'm alive and well over four and a half years out from the day!" 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. Ravinder Jarial, DO

Plastic Surgery
Provided follow-up after the visit
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
Flexible scheduling
1 Award
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Rancho Santa Fe, CA3.3 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

Jennifer T. Anger, MD, MPH

Urology
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
"Dr. Anger performed robotic surgery on me and fixed my problem! I am so grateful." View Profile

Dr. M. Mark Mofid, MD

Plastic Surgery
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Jolla, CA6.9 mi
"Dr. Mofid and staff were absolutely amazing with my procedure!" View Profile

Dr. Matthew Mark Schultzel, DO

Colorectal Surgery
16 years exp
Encinitas, CA3.3 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, CA3.3 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. Rick A. Friedman, MD, PhD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Jolla, CA
"Dr. Friedman is an endangered species of surgeon. He is not just a phenomenal surgeon but he is also a phenomenal person." View Profile

Dr. Darshan Patel, MD

Urology
11 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
"Actually listened to my concerns and created a treatment plan that I was comfortable with." View Profile

Dr. Garth Ross Jacobsen, MD

Surgery
26 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
"I had to wait 6 months to have Inguinal and umbilical hernia surgery due to a blood clot on my leg. Dr. Jacobsen recommended to wait six months to let the blood thinners work." View Profile

Dr. Mark Takata, MD

Surgery
25 years exp
Encinitas, CA3.3 mi
"Best Surgeon at Scripps clinic. Hard to find a skilled and compassionate surgeon, and he is BOTH of them! Monique" View Profile

Dr. Anne M. Wallace, MD

Surgery
39 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
"Dr. Wallace and her entire team did an excellent job with my breast surgery. I truly don't believe I could get better care anywhere else." View Profile

Dr. Philip Weissbrod, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
"I have been under Dr. Weissbrod's care since 2012. He is smart and dedicated." View Profile

Dr. Jeffrey P. Harris, MD, PhD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
52 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Jolla, CA
Dr. Jeffrey P. Harris, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Jolla, CA. He has 52 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Michael M. Madani, MD

Thoracic Surgery
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Jolla, CA
"Dr. Madani operated on my mother 2 years ago and we could have not been happier with him. He is professional, compassionate and most importantly an exceptional surgeon." View Profile

Dr. Jill Buckley, MD

Urology
26 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Jolla, CA
Dr. Jill Buckley, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Jolla, CA. She has 26 years of experience. Her specialties include Urology, General Surgeon, Urologist. View Profile

Dr. Van Le Cheng, MD

Surgery
24 years exp
Encinitas, CA3.3 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. Susan Bukata, MD

Surgery
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
"I have gone to over 30 specialists in11 years looking for an answer to my rare metabolic bone disease. Because of Dr Bukata, I feel hope for the future." View Profile

Dr. Gillian Que Galloway, MD

Surgery
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA3.3 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. Alexandra K. Schwartz, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Jolla, CA
Dr. Alexandra K. Schwartz, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Jolla, CA. She has 32 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Ramin Raiszadeh, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA3.3 mi
Dr. Ramin Raiszadeh, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Encinitas, CA, with other offices in Escondido, CA and El Centro, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Amanda A. Gosman, MD

Plastic Surgery
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
Dr. Amanda A. Gosman, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. She has 27 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Paul Joseph Girard, MD

Surgery
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Jolla, CA
"I had a leg legthening that Dr. Girard perform on me and I had a wonder experience with him, my sugery went well, I advise everyone that needs any trauma surgery to see him." View Profile

Dr. William Fuller, MD

Surgery
San Diego, CA3.8 mi
"Dr W. Fuller did my lapband in 2007, at UCD hospital in Sacramento. He did an excellent job. I was sad when he left." View Profile

Dr. Richmond Roeske, MD

Ophthalmology
1 Award
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA7.9 mi
"The visit was beyond my expectations. The staff at the office was very polite, friendly and explained everything in an easy way to understand." View Profile

Dr. Timothy Joseph Fairbanks, MD

Surgery
26 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA3.3 mi
Dr. Timothy Joseph Fairbanks, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Encinitas, CA, with other offices in Oceanside, CA and MURRIETA, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Sarah L. Blair, MD

Surgery
34 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
Dr. Sarah L. Blair, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. She has 34 years of experience. Her specialties include Surgery, General Surgeon, Oncologist. View Profile

Dr. Michael E. Albo, MD

Urology
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
Dr. Michael E. Albo, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 38 years of experience. His specialties include Urology, General Surgeon, Urologist. View Profile

Dr. Michael J Brucker, MD

Plastic Surgery
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Jolla, CA6.9 mi
"The entire stage is great the front desk is polite andoffers great customer service, the nurses are simply amaxing helpful kind and knowledgeable the anestesia nurse is great and really take care of his patients Dr brucker is knowledable, listens to what u want and is very detailed" View Profile

Dr. Eugene Golts, MD

Thoracic Surgery
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Jolla, CA
"Thanks for saving my life" View Profile

Dr. Gilbert Wesley Lee, MD

Plastic Surgery
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA4.8 mi
"Thorough in his consultation. Simplified in laymen’s terms. Explain possibilities for all aspects of procedure. Was honest in expectations." View Profile

Dr. Wael Kouli, MD

Surgery
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Del Mar, CA4.4 mi
"The moment you step in, you can feel the vibe and the great taste of beauty! One exceptional surgeon, his work pieces of arts, i trust him on myself and my family.." View Profile

Dr. Mark Bernhardt Schoemann

Plastic Surgery
23 years exp
Encinitas, CA4.2 mi
"I had a breast implant removal for health reasons and was extremely pleased with my experience and the results." 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. John Lane, MD

Vascular Surgery
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
Dr. John Lane, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 33 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Lynn Arlene Weston, MD

Colorectal Surgery
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA3.3 mi
"Excellent Doctor! My highest recommendation!" 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. Yahir A. Santiago-Lastra, MD

Urology
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
Dr. Yahir A. Santiago-Lastra, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. She has 18 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. David Frankel, MD

Surgery
25 years exp
San Diego, CA4.3 mi
Dr. David Frankel, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with another office in La Jolla, CA. He has 25 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Farid Brad Mozaffari, MD

Plastic Surgery
26 years exp
San Diego, CA8.7 mi
"I couldn’t be happier with my tummy tuck results! From the very first consultation, Dr. Moz and the entire team made me feel comfortable, informed, and supported." View Profile

Dr. Andrew Vahabzadeh-Hagh, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
14 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
"I saw Dr. Vahabzadeh Hagh, or Dr. V as often referred to, after seeing two other ENT's who did not appear confident in their diagnosis." View Profile

Dr. Scott Walter Barttelbort, MD

Plastic Surgery
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Jolla, CA6.9 mi
"Dr. Barttelbort is a very skilled plastic surgeon. He was true to his word that I would look 10-15 years younger after my face lift." View Profile

Dr. Catherine Sheils, MD

Ophthalmology
1 Award
8 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.0 mi
"Dr. Sheils is an excellent doctor who is taking care of my glaucoma. She explains everything why she does it. And makes her recommendation on what the next steps are." View Profile

Dr. Christopher N Spellman, MD

Ophthalmology
28 years exp
Encinitas, CA3.3 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. Ahmed S. Suliman, MD

Plastic Surgery
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
Dr. Ahmed S. Suliman, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 24 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Anshu Gupta, MD

Plastic Surgery
28 years exp
ENCINITAS, CA4.3 mi
"Love Dr. Gupta, fixed what another (prominent La Jolla) doc did and could not fix." View Profile

Dr. T. Mike Hsieh, MD

Urology
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA
"I have been going to Dr. Hsieh for over 8 years. The care and advice I have received has been beyond excellent. Would highly recommend Dr. Hsieh" View Profile

Dr. John Hilinski

Plastic Surgery
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA6.4 mi
"Dr. Hilinski and his staff are consummate professionals and have provided great care and attention at every office visit." View Profile

Dr. Stephen Michael Dent, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA3.3 mi
Dr. Stephen Michael Dent, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Encinitas, CA, with other offices in Carlsbad, CA and Encinitas, CA. He has 22 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Katie Hueitzu Huang, MD

Surgery
28 years exp
Encinitas, CA3.3 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. Robert M Barone

Surgical Oncology
60 years exp
La Jolla, CA6.9 mi
"Takes what you say seriously and doesn't hesitate in finding answers. Kind and compassionate" View Profile

Dr. Moneer Monked Jaibaji, MD

Plastic Surgery
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.9 mi
"I had a wonderful experience with Dr Jaibaji and his asst. Sheila. They are a wonderful team. Dr Jaibaji is an excellent and well respected surgeon." View Profile

Dr. Shelby Clare Leuin, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA3.3 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. Mohsin Saeed, MD

Diagnostic Radiology
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA3.3 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. David Regan Hackley, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
39 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Del Mar, CA4.4 mi
Dr. David Regan Hackley, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Del Mar, CA, with other offices in Del Mar, CA and La Jolla, 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. Paul Vincent B Hyde, MD

Surgery
60 years exp
La Jolla, CA6.9 mi
"He was highly recommended and the absolutely the best choice for my surgery." View Profile

Dr. Nishant Dhirendra Patel, MD

Urology
18 years exp
Encinitas, CA3.3 mi
"Dr Patel provided us great care and has excellent technical skills" View Profile

Dr. Michael Jonathan Worsey, MD

Colorectal Surgery
41 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Jolla, CA6.9 mi
"After experiencing numerous colon/rectal surgeons, I discovered Dr Worsey and he is an amazing doctor, Dr. Worsey has a great bedside manor, compassionate and masterful." View Profile

Dr. Imad Sami Dandan, MD

Trauma Surgery
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Encinitas, CA3.3 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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a General Surgeon in Solana Beach 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 Solana Beach 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 Solana Beach who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see General Surgeons providing telehealth services in Solana Beach. 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 Solana Beach?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing General Surgeons, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a General Surgeon in Solana Beach?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Solana Beach. 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 Solana Beach have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Solana Beach. This helps you find a General Surgeon that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with General Surgeons in Solana Beach 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 Solana Beach with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for General Surgeons in Solana Beach. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a General Surgeon in Solana Beach?
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 Solana Beach 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 Solana Beach 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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