Overview
Dr. Matthew D. Whealon is a board-certified UCI Health surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive and robot-assisted colorectal surgery.A fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon, Whealon is an expert in the minimally invasive treatment of colon, rectal and anal cancers, colon and rectal polyps, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis, rectal prolapse and sphincter salvage. He also treats anorectal disorders, including pilonidal cysts and anal fissures, fistulas and hemorrhoids.He earned his medical degree at the UCI School of Medicine, followed by a residency in general surgery at UCI Medical Center. where he served as chief resident and completed a research fellowship in surgery. Next, he completed a fellowship in colorectal surgery at the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Medicine Health System in Philadelphia.Whealon is the author or co-author of many research paperspublished in major journals, includingSurgical Oncology,Surgical Endoscopy,The American SurgeonandClinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery.He sees patients inOrangeandIrvine.
Dr. Whealon is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 29 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1 Medical Plaza Drive, Irvine, CA 92697
101 The City Drive South, 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Matthew D. Whealon
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew D. Whealon?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Matthew D. Whealon 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. Matthew D. Whealon a top-rated expert for Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Matthew D. Whealon is classified as an Distinguished expert for 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. Matthew D. Whealon specialize in?
While Dr. Matthew D. Whealon is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Ileostomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.
Does Dr. Matthew D. Whealon participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Matthew D. Whealon has published 29 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Matthew D. Whealon's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Matthew D. Whealon accept my insurance?
Dr. Matthew D. Whealon accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-717-4463 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Colorectal CancerDr. Whealon isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Whealon isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Advanced
- IleostomyDr. Whealon isAdvanced. Learn about Ileostomy.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Whealon isAdvanced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Whealon isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Anal CancerDr. Whealon isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Whealon isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Whealon isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- CholecystitisDr. Whealon isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Whealon isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.