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.

Nelson Maldonado is a General Surgeon in Citrus Heights, California. Dr. Maldonado is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Colostomy. Dr. Maldonado is currently accepting new patients.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jeremy Juern is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Juern is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Appendicitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Juern is currently accepting new patients.

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.

Dr. Skeehan was born and raised in Silicon Valley. He is the oldest son of 5 kids. He attended Mountain View High School and upon graduation went to Foothill Junior College. He put his studies on hold to serve a religious mission in Brazil for two years. Upon returning from his mission in enrolled in and graduated from the University of Utah with a BS in biology and a minor in chemistry. He went on to attend medical school at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (KCOM) graduating in 2004. He completed his residency in the Michigan State University System at McClaren Regional Medical Center in Mt. Clemens, Michigan in 2009. He then returned to California to join a group practice in Auburn, California. After several years he left the group practice and started Sierra Pacific Surgical in 2016 and has been treating patients in Roseville, Carmichael and Folsom areas.Confront disease. Educate patients. Restore Health. Dr. Skeehan is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, 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.

Yona Barash is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Barash is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Barash is currently accepting new patients.

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.

Deanne Nyland is a General Surgeon in Fair Oaks, California. Dr. Nyland is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Renal Oncocytoma, and Cellulitis. Dr. Nyland is currently accepting new patients.

Leighton Belden is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Umbilical Hernia. Dr. Belden is currently accepting new patients.

Amanda Ly is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation. Dr. Ly is currently accepting new patients.

Gregory Graves is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Graves is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Graves is currently accepting new patients.

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, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Hernia Surgery, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Beneke is currently accepting new patients.

Ryan Chen is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Chen is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Cellulitis, Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

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.

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.

Jon Perlstein is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Perlstein is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Concussion, Appendectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Perlstein is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Lawrence Milne is a Board Certified General & Vascular Surgeon serving the Citrus Heights and Sacramento areas for more than 20 years.Dr. Lawrence Milne is a Board Certified General & Vascular Surgeon serving the Citrus Heights and Sacramento areas for more than 20 years. Dr. Milne is experienced in Phlebology, Vascular Surgery, Laser Vein Ablation and Cosmetic Sclerotherapy of Spider Veins. He is also a professional member of the American College of Phlebology. Dr. Milne is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Shumaila Syed is a General Surgeon in Roseville, California. Dr. Syed is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Gallstones. Dr. Syed is currently accepting new patients.

Eric Morse is a General Surgeon in Carmichael, California. Dr. Morse is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Hernia, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer.