Overview
Dr. Machado graduated with honors from California State University, Stanislaus and received her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Machado completed her surgical residency at the University of California, Davis. She entered private practice in 2000 performing Trauma and General Surgery. Dr. Machado received Advanced Laparoscopic Bariatric training at Montefiore Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery. She is a Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (FASMBS) and the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Dr. Machado was also a participating surgeon in a National Institute of Health landmark research study on bariatric surgery outcomes (LABS 1). Dr. Machado has served as the Director of Bariatric Services at Mercy San Juan Medical Center since 2003. Dr. Machado is also an Assistant Clinical Professor at California Northstate University College of Medicine and contributes to the education of medical students in the region. Dr. Machado has performed over 5000 bariatric procedures and provides a comprehensive approach to both surgery and long-term management of obesity.
Dr. Machado is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Malnutrition, Obesity in Children, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.
Dr. Machado is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Machado is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
5769 Greenback Ln, Ste 1, Sacramento, CA 95841
Clinical Research
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I completed my General Surgery Residency at the University of California, Davis Medical Center. I had the privilege to receive training at one of the first advanced laparoscopic fellowships in the world, in Liège, Belgium, under the tutelage of Dr. Bernard Dallemagne.I took my new found knowledge back to the United States and developed one of the first minimally invasive surgery programs in the Western United States.With the help of an amazing team, we have created a Bariatric Center and our own Bariatric Process, receiving awards with high patient satisfaction ratings in the greater Sacramento and Bay Area.I have been in private practice in Sacramento since 1986 and I have dedicated my life to help serve patients who are in need of severe improvements to their health. Dr. Patching is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Obesity, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Patching is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified , General Surgery, and Not ABMS Specialty. Dr. Patching is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Laura L. Machado
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Laura L. Machado?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Laura L. Machado by calling their office at 916-338-7200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Laura L. Machado a top-rated expert for Obesity?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Laura L. Machado is classified as an Advanced expert for Obesity, 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. Laura L. Machado specialize in?
While Dr. Laura L. Machado is a Bariatric Medicine, they have specific expertise in Obesity, Malnutrition, and Obesity in Children. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Bariatric Medicine.
Does Dr. Laura L. Machado participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Laura L. Machado has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity. You can view a list of Dr. Laura L. Machado's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Laura L. Machado accept my insurance?
Dr. Laura L. Machado accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 916-338-7200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ObesityDr. Machado isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity.
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- AcrospiromaDr. Machado isExperienced. Learn about Acrospiroma.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Machado isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EndoscopyDr. Machado isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Food AllergyDr. Machado isExperienced. Learn about Food Allergy.
- GastrectomyDr. Machado isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Machado isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- HerniaDr. Machado isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Machado isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- MalnutritionDr. Machado isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Machado isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Machado isExperienced. Learn about Sleeve Gastrectomy.