I am originally from Maryland, but came to California for medical school and never left. I completed my Medical School and Residency at Loma Linda University in Southern California and, while there, was selected to serve as Chief Resident, by my fellow residents. From there, I went onto a Fellowship in Surgical Critical Care, at Orlando Regional Medical Center, Central Florida's only Level One Trauma Center.I enjoy being a surgeon because I like to make people feel better and get them back to their normal routine quickly. Thus, when possible, most of my surgeries are done with minimally invasive techniques that decrease hospital length of stay, result in less pain and provide a quicker recovery.I have been with Mercy Medical Group for 13 years and currently serve as the Chief of Surgery at Mercy San Juan, a position I am most proud of because it requires an election by your peers.  In addition, I serve as the Cancer Liaison for the hospital, and attend quarterly Regional Oncology meetings to discuss quality measures and cancer care for our oncology patients. In addition, I recently received a certification in the Hidden Scar™ technique, used to hide surgical scars that occur from breast cancer tumor removal. I work closely with our highly skilled oncologists, radiation oncologists, and amazing Nurse Navigators to provide a team approach to cancer care. We strive to offer a positive patient experience and to ensure the patient that they are not alone.On a personal note, I met my husband while studying abroad in England and have been married for 26 wonderful years and counting. I am passionate about raising breast cancer awareness and am a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. One of my favorite activities is hosting our Annual Breast Cancer Survivor Tea, we are preparing to host our 14th Annual Tea. It is wonderful to see so many fantastic women sharing their stories of strength. In addition to planning for the next Tea, I also enjoy dancing, skiing, golfing, and traveling with husband.I want to make a difference in people's life, make them feel whole again, and get them back in their normal routine, pain free, with a speedy recovery.  Our team understands there is no convenient time for a hernia repair, gallbladder or appendix removal, or a breast or colon cancer diagnosis. These conditions can upset your world, but we are here as a team to help you through the process, to take care of you, and to provide minimal disruption in your life. Dr. Jakobsen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery.

Dheeraj Kamra is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Carmichael, California. Dr. Kamra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kamra is currently accepting new patients.

Amir Amiri is a General Surgeon in Carmichael, California. Dr. Amiri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Amiri is currently accepting new patients.

Neha Janakiraman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carmichael, California. Dr. Janakiraman has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Janakiraman is currently accepting new patients.

Nelson Maldonado is a General Surgeon in Citrus Heights, California. Dr. Maldonado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Colostomy. Dr. Maldonado is currently accepting new patients.

Bindu Nair is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sacramento, California. Dr. Nair is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Anemia. Dr. Nair is currently accepting new patients.

Ishtleen Bhatia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fair Oaks, California. Dr. Bhatia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Colonoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Bhatia is currently accepting new patients.

Jodi Coates is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Carmichael, California. Dr. Coates is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Delirium, and Chronic Subdural Hematoma.

Leighton Belden is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Belden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Umbilical Hernia. Dr. Belden is currently accepting new patients.

Benjamin Shadle is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Shadle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Obesity, Malnutrition, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Shadle is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Sandhu received his medical degree from Punjabi University in Patiala, India, and completed his Internship and Residency at MLK-Drew Medical Center, Los Angeles, California. He completed his Fellowship at the Los Angeles County-University of Southern California Medical Center. Dr. Sandhu is Board Certified in both Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. He has been in practice since 1983.  Dr. Sandhu sees patients in our Carmichael and Folsom offices. Patient focused, state-of-the-art, compassionate care in a private practice setting.I believe in focusing on what is best for the patient at every encounter, helping them see value with every interaction. Dr. Sandhu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

It is an honor to interact with patients. Patients share some of their deepest concerns and emotions with their physician. I am always amazed at how listening to the patient guides me in choosing the right treatment plan. It is a true privilege to be in this noble profession to make a difference in someone's life. Dr. Manickam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophageal Varices, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

To take care of my patients like I would take care of my family. I like to listen carefully to my patients, as I believe understanding their overall situation effectively helps to take care of the medical condition. Dr. Singh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Jaundice, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Laura Ochoa is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Carmichael, California. Dr. Ochoa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium, Concussion, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Ogilvie Syndrome.

Kuldip Gill is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Citrus Heights, California. Dr. Gill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Gill is currently accepting new patients.

Steven Kaspick is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Carmichael, California. Dr. Kaspick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Delirium, Gastrointestinal Perforation, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation.

Kelly Rippey is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Carmichael, California. Dr. Rippey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Colostomy.

Christopher Traver is a General Surgeon in Carmichael, California. Dr. Traver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

Nicole Thomas is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Carmichael, California. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Delirium, and Chronic Subdural Hematoma.

Thomas Polidore is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Polidore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis.