Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Ara R. Ko

General Surgery
Cedars-Sinai General Surgery-Los Angeles
8635 W 3rd St Ste 795W Ofc West, 
Los Angeles, CA 
Accepting New Patients
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Expertise in
3
conditions
Cedars-Sinai General Surgery-Los Angeles
8635 W 3rd St Ste 795W Ofc West, 
Los Angeles, CA 

Overview

Ara Ko is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California.

Dr. Ko is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Cholecystitis, Splenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 132 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ko is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Cedar-Sinai Marina Del Rey Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D

Locations

Cedars-Sinai General Surgery-Los Angeles
8635 W 3rd St Ste 795W Ofc West, Los Angeles, CA 90048

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

132 Total Publications

Variant-specific response of KCNT1 gain-of-function mutations to quinidine.
Variant-specific response of KCNT1 gain-of-function mutations to quinidine.
Journal: Epilepsy research
Published: March 07, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ara R. Ko

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Ara R. Ko by calling their office at 310-423-8350. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ara R. Ko a top-rated expert for Retroperitoneal Inflammation?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ara R. Ko is classified as an Advanced expert for Retroperitoneal Inflammation, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Ara R. Ko specialize in?

While Dr. Ara R. Ko is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrointestinal Perforation, and Cholecystitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Ara R. Ko participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ara R. Ko has published 132 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retroperitoneal Inflammation. You can view a list of Dr. Ara R. Ko's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ara R. Ko accept my insurance?

Dr. Ara R. Ko accepts most major insurance plans, including Wellcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-423-8350 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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