Overview
Francis Buzad, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon with over 20 years of experience. During childhood, Dr. Buzad sustained penetrating abdominal trauma from a shrapnel injury in his homeland of Lebanon. He credits the skill of a general surgeon with saving his life and inspiring his passion for serving others through general surgery. Because of this experience, Dr. Buzad practices with a unique combination of technologically advanced skills and personal patient involvement. He finds that his personal experiences add a dimension of empathy and caring that are a critical element to the overall wellbeing of the patient.Dr. Buzad has a focus in minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques, having been one of the first general surgeons to adopt robotics into his practice 2008. His interests include surgery of the Gl tract (colorectal, small bowel, stomach, gallbladder), foregut (gastroesophageal reflux, hiatal hernia, achalasia), hernia (inguinal, incisional, umbilical), endocrine (adrenal, thyroid, parathyroid), and breast surgery. Dr. Buzad also treats hand conditions including carpal tunnel, trigger fingers, and soft tissue lesions.After completing his undergraduate studies at the University of Scranton, Dr. Buzad earned his medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh. He then underwent general surgery training at the University of Texas Medical Branch. Dr. Buzad also completed additional fellowship training in hand and microvascular surgery at Oregon Health Sciences University. Prior to his move to Denver, Dr. Buzad practiced extensively in Austin, Texas.Dr. Buzad finds balance with his professional commitments by spending time with his wife and three children. He enjoys outdoor sports including skiing, running, wakeboarding and mountain climbing. He is also a martial arts enthusiast and an avid reader.
Dr. Buzad is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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500 W 144th Ave, Ste 130, Westminster, CO 80023
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Francis A. Buzad
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Francis A. Buzad?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Francis A. Buzad by calling their office at 303-649-3800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Francis A. Buzad a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Francis A. Buzad is classified as an Distinguished 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. Francis A. Buzad specialize in?
While Dr. Francis A. Buzad is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Francis A. Buzad participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Francis A. Buzad has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Francis A. Buzad's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Francis A. Buzad accept my insurance?
Dr. Francis A. Buzad accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 303-649-3800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- HerniaDr. Buzad isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Buzad isDistinguished. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Advanced
- CholecystitisDr. Buzad isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Buzad isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Buzad isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Buzad isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Buzad isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Buzad isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Adiposis DolorosaDr. Buzad isExperienced. Learn about Adiposis Dolorosa.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Buzad isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- Breast CancerDr. Buzad isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Breast LumpDr. Buzad isExperienced. Learn about Breast Lump.
- CellulitisDr. Buzad isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.