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Dr. Clifford Gelman, MD

General Surgery* Age 62
Dr. Clifford Gelman, MD
3.5 (20 Ratings)
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Dr. Clifford Gelman, MD is a General Surgeon in Pismo Beach, CA.
Dr. Clifford Gelman, MD
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Dr. Clifford Gelman, MD

General Surgery* Age 62
Pismo Beach, CA
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience
Dr. Clifford Gelman, MD is a General Surgeon in Pismo Beach, CA.

About

Dr. Gelman graduated from Rush Hospital. Dr. Clifford Gelman, MD is a General Surgeon in Pismo Beach, CA and has 35 years experience. Dr. Gelman currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center, Adventist Health Sierra Vista and French Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Gelman has experience treating conditions like Inguinal Hernia and Cholecystitis and Gallstones among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Gelman received an average rating of 3.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. Dr. Gelman's office accepts new patients. Dr. Gelman is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Inguinal Hernia
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Inguinal Hernia
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Umbilical Hernia
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Pelvic Abscess
Ventral Hernia
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Colectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anorectal Abscess
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Carcinoma in Situ
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Empyema
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Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hair Conditions
Hair Loss
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anoscopy
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Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biopsy of Breast
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Breast Reconstruction
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Colostomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Excision of Breast Tumor
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
Gastrotomy
Hair Transplants
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Laser Hair Removal
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Port Placements or Replacements
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)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Sphincterotomy
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Vagotomy
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Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wedge Resection Colon

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    921 Oak Park Blvd Ste 201, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
  2. 2 Associated Surgeons of San Luis Obispo
    77 Casa St Ste 103, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
  3. 3 Melbourne Regional Medical Center
    250 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935
  4. 4 Twin Cities Community Hospital
    1100 Las Tablas Rd, Templeton, CA 93465
  5. 5 Coastal Surgical Institute
    921 Oak Park Blvd Ste 101, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
    Monday
    06:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    06:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    06:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    06:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    06:00 - 17:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gelman
3.5
Based on 20 Reviews
5 Stars (12)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (7)

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Patient Reviews
Aug 14, 2021
Thank You Dr Gelman! His staff, everyone at Sierra Vista hospital. Wish I had all the staffs names the anesthesiologist, the ER Nurse that held my hand while I was going under saying “ I’ll be here when you wake up”. Once Again. Thank You. I feel great after my Latherscopic Robotic Surgery on my Bilateral Hernia. ??
Chad Rocha — Aug 14, 2021
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Hair Transplant Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Rush Hospital
    1989
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Rush University
    1990
Internship
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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. Clifford Gelman, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Gelman's profile.

Dr. Gelman frequently treats the following conditions: Inguinal Hernia and Cholecystitis and Gallstones. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Clifford Gelman, MD is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center, Adventist Health Sierra Vista and French Hospital Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Clifford Gelman, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Marian Regional Medical Center

    1400 E Church St, Santa Maria, CA

  • Adventist Health Sierra Vista

    1010 Murray Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA

  • French Hospital Medical Center

    1911 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA