The 20 Best Appendicitis Doctors Near Me in Laguna Hills, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Appendicitis near Laguna Hills, CA. Of these, 19 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology

    Office

    24451 Health Center Dr, 
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Wong is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Wong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Osteopenia.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Experienced in Appendicitis

    Office

    24451 Health Center Dr, 
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Wasley is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Wasley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Experienced in Appendicitis

    MemorialCare Saddleback

    24451 Health Center Dr, 
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Wang is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

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    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Vascular Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Vascular Surgery

    Office

    2618 San Miguel Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Saif Siddiqi is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Siddiqi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, and Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Interventional Radiology

    Office

    24451 Health Center Dr, 
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amir Ronaghi is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Ronaghi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Oc Trauma Inc

    24411 Health Center Dr, 
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Blake Ashley is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 27 years. Dr. Ashley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Cellulitis, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Ashley is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    South Orange County Surg Med Grp Inc

    24411 Health Center Dr, 
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Wong is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 28 years. Dr. Wong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Wong is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    South Orange County Surg Med Grp Inc

    24411 Health Center Dr, 
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Wallace is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 30 years. Dr. Wallace is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Cellulitis, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Wallace is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology

    Office

    27762 Antonio Pkwy # L1-418, 
    Ladera Ranch, CA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karen Reuss is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Ladera Ranch, California. Dr. Reuss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Lump, Breast Infection, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology

    Office

    18301 Von Karman Ave Ste 310, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yingding Xu is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Xu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Lump, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Neuroradiology

    R2 Marketing & Consulting LLC

    19800 MacArthur Blvd Ste 300, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Lodespoto is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Lodespoto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nasal Flaring, Thyroid Nodule, Gallbladder Disease, and Herniated Disk.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Surgical Group Of South Laguna

    31862 Coast Hwy, 
    Laguna Beach, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Coccia is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Laguna Beach, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 42 years. Dr. Coccia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Cellulitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Coccia is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Surgical Group Of South Laguna

    31862 Coast Hwy, 
    Laguna Beach, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Chang is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Laguna Beach, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 33 years. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Cellulitis, Hernia, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Chang is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Experienced in Appendicitis

    Orange County Radiation Oncology Medical Group

    1100 N Tustin Ave Ste A, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (13.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lindsey Storer is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Storer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Galactocoele.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Radiology

    Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    1 Hoag Dr, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Miles Chang is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Office

    425 Old Newport Blvd, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vu Dinh is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Dinh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Newport-Irvine Surgical Specialists A Professional Corp.

    510 Superior Ave Ste 200G, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Shadid is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Shadid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cellulitis, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Newport-Irvine Surgical Specialists A Professional Corp.

    510 Superior Ave Ste 200G, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Wang is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery

    Orange Coast Cardiology Medical Corp.

    520 Superior Ave Ste 300, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Agustin Sibona is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Sibona is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Femoral Hernia, Hernia, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, and Obesity.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Internal Medicine

    Serve The People Community Health Ctr

    1206 17th St Ste 101, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Minal Borsada is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Borsada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Obesity, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Laguna Hills, 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 Laguna Hills, 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 Laguna Hills, 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 Laguna Hills, 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 Laguna Hills, 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 Laguna Hills, 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 Laguna Hills, 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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