Overview
Dr. McCloskey is an experienced bariatric surgeon and has performed more than 2,000 bariatric surgery procedures over the last ten years. She performs a wide range of surgery procedures; in addition to minimally invasive gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy surgeries, she offers advanced techniques in hernia repair, anti-reflux surgeries, and routine general surgery. She emphasizes minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques that reduce pain and shorten recovery times.Dr. McCloskey received her medical degree from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and went on to complete her surgery residency at University of Pittsburgh as well. She performed an additional year of fellowship at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in minimally invasive bariatric and general surgery, making her an expert in this field. Dr. McCloskey is Board Certified in Surgery since 2006. She joined the Weight Loss Surgery Institute of the Central Coast team in 2015. She serves as the Medical Director.
Dr. Mccloskey is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Mccloskey is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Mccloskey is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
316 S Stratford Ave, Suite B, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Carol A. Mccloskey
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Carol A. Mccloskey?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Carol A. Mccloskey by calling their office at 805-332-8446. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Carol A. Mccloskey a top-rated expert for Short Bowel Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Carol A. Mccloskey is classified as an Distinguished expert for Short Bowel Syndrome, 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. Carol A. Mccloskey specialize in?
While Dr. Carol A. Mccloskey is a Bariatric Medicine, they have specific expertise in Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, and Obesity. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Bariatric Medicine.
Does Dr. Carol A. Mccloskey participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Carol A. Mccloskey has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Short Bowel Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Carol A. Mccloskey's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Carol A. Mccloskey accept my insurance?
Dr. Carol A. Mccloskey accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 805-332-8446 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- MalnutritionDr. Mccloskey isDistinguished. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Short Bowel SyndromeDr. Mccloskey isDistinguished. Learn about Short Bowel Syndrome.
- Advanced
- GastrectomyDr. Mccloskey isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- ObesityDr. Mccloskey isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Mccloskey isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Mccloskey isAdvanced. Learn about Sleeve Gastrectomy.
- Experienced
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Mccloskey isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Mccloskey isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EndoscopyDr. Mccloskey isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- EsophagitisDr. Mccloskey isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Mccloskey isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Mccloskey isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.