I am originally from Maryland, but came to California for medical school and never left. I completed my Medical School and Residency at Loma Linda University in Southern California and, while there, was selected to serve as Chief Resident, by my fellow residents. From there, I went onto a Fellowship in Surgical Critical Care, at Orlando Regional Medical Center, Central Florida's only Level One Trauma Center.I enjoy being a surgeon because I like to make people feel better and get them back to their normal routine quickly. Thus, when possible, most of my surgeries are done with minimally invasive techniques that decrease hospital length of stay, result in less pain and provide a quicker recovery.I have been with Mercy Medical Group for 13 years and currently serve as the Chief of Surgery at Mercy San Juan, a position I am most proud of because it requires an election by your peers.  In addition, I serve as the Cancer Liaison for the hospital, and attend quarterly Regional Oncology meetings to discuss quality measures and cancer care for our oncology patients. In addition, I recently received a certification in the Hidden Scar™ technique, used to hide surgical scars that occur from breast cancer tumor removal. I work closely with our highly skilled oncologists, radiation oncologists, and amazing Nurse Navigators to provide a team approach to cancer care. We strive to offer a positive patient experience and to ensure the patient that they are not alone.On a personal note, I met my husband while studying abroad in England and have been married for 26 wonderful years and counting. I am passionate about raising breast cancer awareness and am a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. One of my favorite activities is hosting our Annual Breast Cancer Survivor Tea, we are preparing to host our 14th Annual Tea. It is wonderful to see so many fantastic women sharing their stories of strength. In addition to planning for the next Tea, I also enjoy dancing, skiing, golfing, and traveling with husband.I want to make a difference in people's life, make them feel whole again, and get them back in their normal routine, pain free, with a speedy recovery.  Our team understands there is no convenient time for a hernia repair, gallbladder or appendix removal, or a breast or colon cancer diagnosis. These conditions can upset your world, but we are here as a team to help you through the process, to take care of you, and to provide minimal disruption in your life. Dr. Jakobsen is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery.

Provide state of the art medical care for our patients in a friendly, compassionate and professional setting. Dr. Velastegui is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Gangrene, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Andrew Barleben is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Barleben is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Aneurysm Repair, and Osteotomy.

Christopher Traver is a General Surgeon in Carmichael, California. Dr. Traver is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

Gregory Graves is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Graves is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Graves is currently accepting new patients.

Peter Belafsky is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Belafsky is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngitis, Painful Swallowing, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

Michael Beneke is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Beneke is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hyperparathyroidism, Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, Hernia Surgery, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Beneke is currently accepting new patients.

I believe it is important to treat every patient with dignity and respect like you would a member of your own family. Medicine is both science and art, utilizing cutting edge technology to change a person's life. We must always remember to treat the patient as a whole, not just the disease. Dr. Swanson is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Hernia, Acrospiroma, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy.

Benjamin Shadle is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Shadle is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Obesity, Malnutrition, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Shadle is currently accepting new patients.

Every patient is important to me. I make every effort to educate them about their conditions, their treatment options and the possible outcomes. Dr. Long is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

Our hands on personalized patient care. Dr. Aguilar is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hemangiopericytoma, Oral Cancer, and Gallstones.

Eric London is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. London is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. London is currently accepting new patients.

Deanne Nyland is a General Surgeon in Fair Oaks, California. Dr. Nyland is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Perichondritis. Dr. Nyland is currently accepting new patients.

Maggie Kuhn is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Kuhn is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

Toby Steele is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Steele has been practicing medicine for over 17 years is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Septoplasty, and Endoscopy.

Andrew Birkeland is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Birkeland is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Amir Amiri is a General Surgeon in Carmichael, California. Dr. Amiri is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Amiri is currently accepting new patients.

Gloria Jimenez is a General Surgeon in Carmichael, California. Dr. Jimenez is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Jimenez is currently accepting new patients.

Thomas Polidore is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Polidore is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis.

Diana Farmer is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Farmer is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, Appendicitis, Cystic Hygroma, Appendectomy, and Laminectomy.

Andrew Demar is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Demar is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Appendicitis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Demar is currently accepting new patients.

Zia Dehqanzada is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Dehqanzada is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Dehqanzada is currently accepting new patients.

Steven Hasday is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Hasday is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Hearing Loss, and Nasal Septal Hematoma. Dr. Hasday is currently accepting new patients.

David Beffa is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Beffa is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Beffa is currently accepting new patients.

Jason Park is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Park is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Park is currently accepting new patients.