Overview
Dr. Joseph C. Carmichael is a board-certified UCI Health colorectal surgeon who specializes in laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgical approaches to treating diseases of the colon and rectum.Carmichael started the first robot-assisted rectal surgery program in the state of Missouri and went on to perform the first robot-assisted rectal cancer resection in Orange County after joining UCI Medical Center. His clinical and research interests include the multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of recurrent or advanced colon and rectal cancer, complex problems in inflammatory bowel disease, pelvic floor disorders and anorectal disease.He serves as chief medical officer for UCI Health and leads the UCI School of Medicine's Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery. He also is a member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and participates on numerous national committees.Carmichael earned his medical degree at the University of Missouri School of Medicine in Columbia. He completed an internship and residency in general surgery at the UCI School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery in Chicago at the Cook County Hospital and University of Illinois, Chicago Medical Center.He sees patients at theUCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Digestive Disease Centerin Orange.
Dr. Carmichael is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Appendectomy, and Ileostomy.
Dr. Carmichael is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery - Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 121 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.
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101 The City Drive South, Building 22C, Orange, CA 92868
19210 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92612
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joseph C. Carmichael
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph C. Carmichael?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph C. Carmichael by calling their office at 888-717-4463. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joseph C. Carmichael a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph C. Carmichael is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Colorectal 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. Joseph C. Carmichael specialize in?
While Dr. Joseph C. Carmichael is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Rectal Prolapse. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.
Does Dr. Joseph C. Carmichael participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joseph C. Carmichael has published 121 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph C. Carmichael's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joseph C. Carmichael accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph C. Carmichael accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-717-4463 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- AppendectomyDr. Carmichael isDistinguished. Learn about Appendectomy.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Carmichael isDistinguished. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Carmichael isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Carmichael isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- IleostomyDr. Carmichael isDistinguished. Learn about Ileostomy.
- Rectal ProlapseDr. Carmichael isDistinguished. Learn about Rectal Prolapse.
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- Anal CancerDr. Carmichael isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- AppendicitisDr. Carmichael isAdvanced. Learn about Appendicitis.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Carmichael isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Carmichael isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Carmichael isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Carmichael isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
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- Anal FissureDr. Carmichael isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- ColitisDr. Carmichael isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Carmichael isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Carmichael isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- ColostomyDr. Carmichael isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Carmichael isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.