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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 46 doctor with experience in Appendicitis near La Jolla, CA. Of these, 40 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    46 providers found
      Rebekah R. White
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9350 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Rebekah White is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. White is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Ampullary Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

      Distinguished in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Distinguished in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      3030 Childrens Way, Ste #107, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Julia Grabowski is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Grabowski is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Hirschsprung Disease, Total Intestinal Aganglionosis, Oophorectomy, and Appendectomy. Dr. Grabowski is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9300 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lisa Parry is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Parry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

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      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

      Regents Of The University Of California

      9300 Campus Point Dr, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joel Baumgartner is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Baumgartner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Melanoma, Colorectal Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery

      Scripps Health

      9898 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Walter Biffl is a General Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Biffl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Secondary Peritonitis, Peritonitis, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery

      Scripps Health

      9898 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Hung Truong is a General Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Truong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Femoral Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery

      Scripps Health

      9898 Genesee Ave, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Frank Zhao is a General Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Zhao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Internal Medicine
      10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
      La Jolla, CA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mansur Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery

      Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation

      7901 Frost St, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Simone Langness is a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Langness is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Concussion, and Subdural Hematoma.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery

      Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Inc

      2020 Genesee Ave, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Eric Luedke is a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Luedke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      8010 Frost St, Ste 414, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Timothy Fairbanks is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Fairbanks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Cholecystitis, Appendectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      8010 Frost St, Suite 414, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stephen Bickler is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Bickler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Infantile Pneumothorax, Collapsed Lung, Appendicitis, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      3030 Childrens Way, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Romeo Ignacio is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Ignacio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Pectus Excavatum, Childhood Pancreatitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Internal Medicine

      Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Inc

      2929 Health Ctr Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      George Hulley is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Hulley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Ventricular Fibrillation, Sepsis, Pneumonia, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Radiology | Pediatric Radiology | Nuclear Medicine
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Radiology | Pediatric Radiology | Nuclear Medicine

      San Diego Diagnostic Radiology Medical Group Inc

      7910 Frost St, Suite 100, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John Naheedy is a Radiologist and a Pediatric Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Naheedy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Short Stature (Growth Disorders). Dr. Naheedy is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery

      San Diego General And Vascular Surgeons Medical Group, Inc.

      7910 Frost St, Suite 250, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nicholas Yu is a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Yu is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology

      San Diego Diagnostic Radiology Medical Group Inc

      7910 Frost St, Suite 100, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daniel Vinocur is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Vinocur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery

      Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation

      7901 Frost St, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Peter Cha is a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Cha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Concussion, and Subdural Hematoma.

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery

      Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation

      7901 Frost St, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bradford Hsu is a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery

      Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation

      7901 Frost St, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michelle Hamel is a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Hamel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Appendicitis?

      Appendicitis is a condition in which your appendix gets inflamed. The appendix is a small pouch attached to the end of the large intestine.

      When should I see an Appendicitis doctor near La Jolla, 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 Appendicitis doctor near La Jolla, 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 Appendicitis doctors near La Jolla, 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 Appendicitis doctors near La Jolla, 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 Appendicitis doctor near La Jolla, 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 Appendicitis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Appendicitis 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 Appendicitis doctor near La Jolla, 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 Appendicitis 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 Appendicitis 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 Appendicitis doctors near La Jolla, CA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Appendicitis 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 Appendicitis doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Appendicitis 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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