Overview
Carlos San Mateo, MD, MA, FACS, DABS, DipABLM, FASCRS is highly accomplished, triple board-certified in colorectal & general surgery and lifestyle medicine, renowned for his expertise in anorectal procedures and preventive cancer screening. With a distinguished educational background, including a Doctor of Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine, and a fellowship in Colon & Rectal Surgery from the University of South Florida, Dr. San Mateo has established himself as a leader in his field. He is the founder of Alkimiya Surgical Systems, PC. He currently serves as the Director of the Anal Dysplasia Clinic at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco where he spearheads advanced High Resolution Anoscopy (HRA) screening procedures for HPV-related anal cancer. He is also a member of the regional committee developing anal cancer screening guidelines for all of the KP members of Northern California.
Dr. San Mateo's professional journey is marked by a series of prestigious roles and impactful contributions to colorectal surgery. He has held pivotal positions at Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical Center, where he was the primary colorectal surgery specialist for the entire Sonoma and Marin County service areas and also lead surgeon consultant for the Senior Surgical Care Program. At Kaiser Permanente Vallejo Medical Center, he cared for patients as a rectal cancer minimally invasive surgeon.
His top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Genital Warts, Colorectal Cancer, and Anal Fissure.
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2238 Geary Blvd, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Carlos M. San Mateo
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Carlos M. San Mateo?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Carlos M. San Mateo by calling their office at 415-833-2200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Carlos M. San Mateo a top-rated expert for Anal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Carlos M. San Mateo is classified as an Experienced expert for Anal Cancer, 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. Carlos M. San Mateo specialize in?
While Dr. Carlos M. San Mateo is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Anal Cancer, Genital Warts, and Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Carlos M. San Mateo accept my insurance?
Dr. Carlos M. San Mateo accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-833-2200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Anal CancerDr. San Mateo isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. San Mateo isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Colorectal CancerDr. San Mateo isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Genital WartsDr. San Mateo isExperienced. Learn about Genital Warts.
- HemorrhoidsDr. San Mateo isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Pharyngomaxillary Space AbscessDr. San Mateo isExperienced. Learn about Pharyngomaxillary Space Abscess.