Expertise in
8
conditions

Dr. Carla M. Pugh

General Surgery
Tanya W Spirtos MD Wommens Cancer
900 Blake Wilbur Dr, 
Palo Alto, CA 
Expertise in
8
conditions
Tanya W Spirtos MD Wommens Cancer
900 Blake Wilbur Dr, 
Palo Alto, CA 

Overview

Carla Pugh is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California.

Dr. Pugh is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 151 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Stanford Health Care

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID

Locations

Tanya W Spirtos MD Wommens Cancer
900 Blake Wilbur Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Other Locations
Office
965 High St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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.

151 Total Publications

SBAS presidential address: A surgeon-scientist's journey from haptic science to digital performance metrics.
SBAS presidential address: A surgeon-scientist's journey from haptic science to digital performance metrics.
Journal: American journal of surgery
Published: June 15, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Carla M. Pugh

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Carla M. Pugh?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Carla M. Pugh by calling their office at 650-736-5800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Carla M. Pugh a top-rated expert for Hernia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Carla M. Pugh is classified as an Advanced expert for Hernia, 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. Carla M. Pugh specialize in?

While Dr. Carla M. Pugh is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Ogilvie Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Carla M. Pugh participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Carla M. Pugh has published 151 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Carla M. Pugh's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Carla M. Pugh accept my insurance?

Dr. Carla M. Pugh accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Health Care Services Corporation. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-736-5800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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