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Dr. Cheryl Olson, MD

General Surgery* Age 61
Dr. Cheryl Olson, MD
4.6 (23 Ratings)
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Dr. Cheryl Olson, MD is a General Surgeon in La Jolla, CA.
Dr. Cheryl Olson, MD
4.6 (23 Ratings)
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Dr. Cheryl Olson, MD

General Surgery* Age 61
La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience
Dr. Cheryl Olson, MD is a General Surgeon in La Jolla, CA.

About

Dr. Olson graduated from University of Colorado School of Medicine. Dr. Cheryl Olson, MD is a General Surgeon in La Jolla, CA and has 35 years experience. Dr. Olson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and Northern Inyo Hospital. Dr. Olson has experience treating conditions like Umbilical Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Olson received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 23 times. Dr. Olson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Olson is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Umbilical Hernia
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Umbilical Hernia
Breast Lump
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Breast Cancer
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Lipomas
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Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Biopsy of Breast
Excision of Breast Tumor
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Lumpectomy
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Abdominal Hernia
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Carcinoma in Situ
Cholangiocarcinoma
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gastric Ulcer
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Male Breast Cancer
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Bile Duct Procedure
Breast Augmentation
Breast Lift Surgery
Breast Reduction
Colectomy
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
da Vinci® Assisted Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
da Vinci® Colectomy
da Vinci® Robotic Surgery
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gastrectomy
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Nipple Reconstruction
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Parathyroidectomy
Partial Mastectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Proctectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Removal of Reproductive Organs (Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, Salpingectomy, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, Resection of Peritoneal Malignancy)
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Skin-Sparing Mastectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Total Splenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Cigna
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
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  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Navigate POS
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Silver Priority Select-CA HMO
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California

Locations

  1. 1 Walter F. Merdinger Inc.
    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 660, La Jolla, CA 92037
  2. 2 Office
    153 Pioneer Ln, Bishop, CA 93514
  3. 3 Northern Inyo Hospital
    150 Pioneer Ln, Bishop, CA 93514

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Olson
4.6
Based on 23 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (2)

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Patient Reviews
Jul 03, 2021
Dr. Olson is a phenomenal surgeon and doctor. She’s smart, skillful, and genuinely cares about her patients. My appendix burst after another surgeon’s misdiagnosis. I had a lot of complications from it, and Dr. Olson carried me through it all. She patiently explained everything and made all the right calls to ensure my full, speedy recovery. Dr. Olson did my appendectomy and bowel resection surgery and was able to find and remove the exact part of my small bowel that was causing most of my problems. After my surgeries, Dr. Olson personally checked on me every day. I will never forget how safe and assured she made me feel during the most vulnerable time in my life. No words can describe how talented, dedicated and thorough Dr. Olson is - she’s simply the best and I wish more doctors were like her!
Grace — Jul 03, 2021
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Colorado School of Medicine
    1989
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
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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. Cheryl Olson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Olson's profile.

Dr. Cheryl Olson, MD is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and Northern Inyo Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Cheryl Olson, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

    354 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

    9888 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA

  • Northern Inyo Hospital

    150 Pioneer Ln, Bishop, CA