Overview
Dr. Uma A. Bagga is a board-certified UCI health surgeon who specializes in trauma surgery.She earned her medical degree from the Faculty of Medical Sciences at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura in Sri Lanka. She completed an internship in internal medicine at Lincoln Medical & Mental Health Center, followed by residencies in internal medicine at Cambridge Hospital and general surgery at the University at Buffalo School of Medicine. She then completed a fellowship in surgical critical care at UCI Health.With specialties in internal medicine, general surgery and surgical critical care, she has developed a unique perspective on caring for patients. Her early medical training in Sri Lanka and training spanning east and west coasts has enriched her clinical experience, judgement and decision making. She enjoys having comprehensive discussions with patients and believes in shared decision making by providing all the information patients need to navigate complex conditions.
Dr. Bagga is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Necrotizing Fasciitis, and Gastrointestinal Perforation.
Dr. Bagga is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) and American Board Of Surgery - Surgical Critical Care.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Uma A. Bagga
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Uma A. Bagga?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Uma A. Bagga by calling their office at 714-880-7812. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Uma A. Bagga a top-rated expert for Ogilvie Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Uma A. Bagga is classified as an Advanced expert for Ogilvie Syndrome, 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. Uma A. Bagga specialize in?
While Dr. Uma A. Bagga is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, and Necrotizing Fasciitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Uma A. Bagga accept my insurance?
Dr. Uma A. Bagga accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-880-7812 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- CholecystitisDr. Bagga isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Necrotizing FasciitisDr. Bagga isAdvanced. Learn about Necrotizing Fasciitis.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Bagga isAdvanced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Bagga isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
- CellulitisDr. Bagga isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Bagga isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Bagga isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- DeliriumDr. Bagga isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
