Expertise in
5
conditions
Expertise in
5
conditions

Overview

Evelyn Kachikwu is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Orange, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 24 years.

Dr. Kachikwu is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrectomy, and Colostomy.

Dr. Kachikwu is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.

Graduate Institution

American University Of The Caribbean St Marrten , 1990 - 2002, 2002

Residency

Morehouse School of Medicine , Surgery, General , 2003 - 2009

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in TX

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery

Fellowships

City of Hope National Medical Center , Surgical Oncology , 2009 - 2011

Hospital Affiliations

The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus
Pih Health Hospital-Whittier
University Medical Center Of El Paso

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alignment Health Plan
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • 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
Health Net

Accepted plan types not found. Please verify directly with the provider.

Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
SCAN Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

New Hope General And Oncologic Surgery Inc
431 S Batavia St, Orange, CA 92868

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.


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Is Dr. Evelyn L. Kachikwu a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Evelyn L. Kachikwu is classified as an Advanced expert for Gallbladder Disease, 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. Evelyn L. Kachikwu specialize in?

While Dr. Evelyn L. Kachikwu is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Evelyn L. Kachikwu participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Evelyn L. Kachikwu has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallbladder Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Evelyn L. Kachikwu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Evelyn L. Kachikwu accept my insurance?

Dr. Evelyn L. Kachikwu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-628-9437 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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