Overview
Dr. Melvin L. Seard II is a board-certified UCI Health urologist whose focus is on patient care and advocacy, particularly for patients diagnosed with prostate cancer.Seard earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University in Loma Linda, Calif., followed by an internship in general surgery at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio. He completed residencies in urology at White Memorial Medical Center and the Keck School of Medicine at USC, both in Los Angeles.Before joining UCI Health, Seard practiced at the Talbert Medical Group in Fountain Valley, where he held several leadership positions, including chief of staff, chair of Urology and chair of Surgery. After 18 years of practice in Southern California, he relocated to Nashville, Tenn., where he practiced with Urology Associates of Nashville Inc., the largest urology group in Tennessee. He has been the recipient of several awards including Physician of the Year and, most recently, the Frist Humanitarian Physician Award.Seard has assisted in training residents and physicians on various urologic treatments and procedures, helped to standardize patient care protocols and improve overall clinical structure and quality. He also is passionate about patient education, with a focus on community outreach and patient health advocacy for urologic conditions, particularly prostate cancer.
Dr. Seard is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Boils, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Aquablation, and Ureteroscopy.
Dr. Seard is board certified in American Board Of Urology - Urology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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101 The City Drive South, Building 29, Orange, CA 92868
19200 Jamboree Road, Suite 5100, Irvine, CA 92612
19210 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92612
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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. Melvin L. Seard
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melvin L. Seard?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Melvin L. Seard by calling their office at 714-456-7005. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Melvin L. Seard a top-rated expert for Kidney Stones?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melvin L. Seard is classified as an Advanced expert for Kidney Stones, 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. Melvin L. Seard specialize in?
While Dr. Melvin L. Seard is a Urology, they have specific expertise in Kidney Stones, Boils, and Enlarged Prostate (BPH). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Urology.
Does Dr. Melvin L. Seard participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Melvin L. Seard has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Kidney Stones. You can view a list of Dr. Melvin L. Seard's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Melvin L. Seard accept my insurance?
Dr. Melvin L. Seard accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-456-7005 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- BoilsDr. Seard isAdvanced. Learn about Boils.
- CarbuncleDr. Seard isAdvanced. Learn about Carbuncle.
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)Dr. Seard isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Prostate (BPH).
- FolliculitisDr. Seard isAdvanced. Learn about Folliculitis.
- Intussusception in ChildrenDr. Seard isAdvanced. Learn about Intussusception in Children.
- Kidney StonesDr. Seard isAdvanced. Learn about Kidney Stones.
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- Acute CystitisDr. Seard isExperienced. Learn about Acute Cystitis.
- AquablationDr. Seard isExperienced. Learn about Aquablation.
- Bacterial ProstatitisDr. Seard isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Prostatitis.
- BalanitisDr. Seard isExperienced. Learn about Balanitis.
- Bilateral HydronephrosisDr. Seard isExperienced. Learn about Bilateral Hydronephrosis.
- Bladder CancerDr. Seard isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Cancer.