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Dr. Brian Smith, MD

General Surgery* Age 51
Dr. Brian Smith, MD
4.8 (91 Ratings)

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Dr. Brian Smith, MD is a General Surgeon in Long Beach, CA.
Dr. Brian Smith, MD
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Dr. Brian Smith, MD

General Surgery* Age 51
Long Beach, CA
Accepting new patients
25 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Brian Smith, MD is a General Surgeon in Long Beach, CA.

About

Dr. Brian Smith, MD is a General Surgeon in Long Beach, CA and has 25 years experience. They graduated from NEW YORK Medical College. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with University of California Irvine Medical Center. Dr. Smith has experience treating conditions like Obesity among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Smith received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 91 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Smith also speaks Spanish. Dr. Smith is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Obesity
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Obesity
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Constipation
Esophageal Cancer
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Stomach Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Cholelithiasis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pediatric Obesity
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Abdominal Surgery
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Appendectomy
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Surgery
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Pyloromyotomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Spinal Nerve Block
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • UC Resident and Fellows-CA PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center
    5901 E 7th St, Long Beach, CA 90822
    Monday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
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    Saturday
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    Sunday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
  2. 2 UCI Medical Center
    101 The City Dr S, Orange, CA 92868
  3. 3 Office
    333 City Blvd W Ste 850, Orange, CA 92868

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith
4.8
Based on 91 Reviews
5 Stars (83)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (4)

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May 23, 2024
Dr Smith and his nurse were patient, kind, interested, professional and answered all of my questions. It was how an appointment should be! Thank you!
— May 23, 2024
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
General Surgery
Bariatric Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • NEW YORK Medical College
    2000
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Los Angeles County Harbor - UCLA Medical Center
    2002
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of California Irvine Medical Center
    2008
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Brian Smith, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Smith's profile.

Dr. Brian Smith, MD is affiliated with University of California Irvine Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Brian Smith, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • University of California Irvine Medical Center

    101 City Dr, Orange, CA