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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 68 doctor with experience in Appendectomy near Los Angeles, CA. Of these, 48 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    68 providers found
      Distinguished in Appendectomy
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Distinguished in Appendectomy
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      4650 W Sunset Blvd, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lorraine Kelley-Quon is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kelley-Quon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Choledocholithiasis, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Appendectomy, and Oophorectomy.

      Distinguished in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      4760 W Sunset Blvd, 3rd Floor, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shant Shekherdimian is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Shekherdimian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Short Bowel Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Magdi G. Alexander
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Vascular Surgery
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Vascular Surgery

      Magdi Alexander, MD FACS

      50 Bellefontaine St, 409, 
      Pasadena, CA 
       (7.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Magdi Alexander is a Colorectal Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Pasadena, California. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

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      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      209 Fair Oaks Ave, 
      South Pasadena, CA 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Isaac Paz is a General Surgeon in South Pasadena, California. Dr. Paz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Stomach Cancer, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Small Bowel Resection, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Appendectomy
      Advanced in Appendectomy
      1500 San Pablo St Fl 7, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Demetrios Demetriades is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Demetriades is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Low Blood Pressure, Cholecystitis, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Splenectomy, and Colostomy.

      Advanced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      2051 Marengo St, Inpatient Tower, C5L100, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kenji Inaba is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Inaba is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Low Blood Pressure, Cholecystitis, Traumatic Brain Injury, Gallbladder Removal, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Advanced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      1200 N State St, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rodney Mason is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Mason is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Obesity, Hernia, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      1200 N State St, Room # 9900, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Peep Talving is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Talving is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Low Blood Pressure, Traumatic Brain Injury, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Advanced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery

      USC Care Medical Group Inc

      1520 San Pablo St, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Luke Putnam is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Putnam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Christopher P. Gayer
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery

      Childrens Hospital Los Angeles Medical Group Inc

      4650 W Sunset Blvd, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Christopher Gayer is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Gayer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Appendicitis, Hirschsprung Disease, Oophorectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Advanced in Appendectomy
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendectomy
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      4760 W Sunset Blvd, 3rd Floor, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Roman Sydorak is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Sydorak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Pectus Excavatum, Appendicitis, Pectus Carinatum, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery

      UCLA Associated General Surgeons

      200 Medical Plz, Suite 214, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (11.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      James Wu is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Wu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodule, Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery

      Surgical Multispecialties Medical Group

      1701 Cesar Chavez Ave, Suite 300, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Johanna Basa is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Basa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Angiofibroma, Acrospiroma, Gallbladder Disease, Choledocholithiasis, and Appendectomy.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery

      USC Care Medical Group Inc

      1520 San Pablo St 1st Floor N, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kazuhide Matsushima is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Matsushima is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Myocardial Contusion, Gallbladder Removal, and Splenectomy.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      1500 San Pablo St Fl 7, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lydia Lam is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Low Blood Pressure, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Cholecystitis, Splenectomy, and Appendectomy.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      1500 San Pablo St Fl 7, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Morgan Schellenberg is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Schellenberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Low Blood Pressure, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Cholecystitis, Colostomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery | Pediatrics
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery | Pediatrics
      1200 N State St, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Abigail Zamora is a General Surgeon and a Pediatrics provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Zamora is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Appendicitis, Solitary Fibrous Tumor, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Gastroenterology

      USC Care Medical Group Inc

      1520 San Pablo St, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Nipaporn Pichetshote is a Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Pichetshote is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Appendectomy.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      1450 San Pablo St, Suite 6200, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Namir Katkhouda is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Katkhouda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      1500 San Pablo St, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kelly Vogt is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Vogt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Compartment Syndrome, Appendicitis, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Ileostomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Appendectomy?

      An appendectomy is surgery to remove the appendix.

      When should I see an Appendectomy doctor near Los Angeles, CA?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing an Appendectomy doctor near Los Angeles, CA?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Appendectomy doctors near Los Angeles, CA?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Appendectomy doctors near Los Angeles, CA?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with an Appendectomy doctor near Los Angeles, CA?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Appendectomy doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Appendectomy doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with an Appendectomy doctor near Los Angeles, CA?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Appendectomy doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Appendectomy doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Appendectomy doctors near Los Angeles, CA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Appendectomy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find an Appendectomy doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Appendectomy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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