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Dr. David Chen, MD
General Surgery* Age 49
Dr. David Chen, MD
4.4 (25 Ratings)

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Dr. David Chen, MD is a General Surgeon in Santa Monica, CA.
Dr. David Chen, MD
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Dr. David Chen, MD

General Surgery* Age 49
Santa Monica, CA
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. David Chen, MD is a General Surgeon in Santa Monica, CA.

About

Dr. Chen graduated from CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY / SACRAMENTO / COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES. Dr. David Chen, MD is a General Surgeon in Santa Monica, CA and has 23 years experience. Dr. Chen currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital. Dr. Chen has experience treating conditions like Inguinal Hernia, Incisional Hernia and Lipomas among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Chen received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 25 times. Dr. Chen's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Chen accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Friendly Staff

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Inguinal Hernia
Incisional Hernia
Lipomas
Inguinal Hernia
Incisional Hernia
Lipomas
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Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Abdominal Pain
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Gastroparesis
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Small Intestine Cancer
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Colectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wound Repair
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gastric Ulcer
Hemorrhoids
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Illeum Cancer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Prolapse
Liver Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Bladder Surgery
Colostomy
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Diaphragmatic Hernia Repair
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Gynecomastia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Nephrectomy
Open Appendectomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Orchiectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Renal Transplant
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Skin Grafts
Spinal Nerve Block
Sympathectomy
Thoracentesis
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Vagotomy
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Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wedge Resection Colon

Insurance Accepted

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  • Deductible Plan CA Members Only HMO
    AWH Southern California Managed Choice POS
    AWH Southern California Elect Choice
  • CA Employer Group Plans HMO
    CA CommunityCare Network HMO
    CA Healthnet PPO
  • Prudent Buyer Large Group CA PPO
    Prudent Buyer Small Group CA PPO
    Vivity CA HMO
    Prudent Buyer Individual CA PPO
    Pathway EPO
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Northern CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus EPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Select PPO
    Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
    Platinum 90 PPO
    Bronze 60 SHOP PPO
    Bronze Full 4500 PPO
    Platinum Access+ 25 HMO
    Access Plus HMO
    Silver 70 PPO
  • Nexus Open Access
    SignatureValue - CA HMO
    Choice Plus POS
    Medica Choice
    Options PPO
  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna PPO

Locations

  1. 1 University Cardiovascular Medical Group
    1304 15th St Ste 102, Santa Monica, CA 90404
  2. 2 UCLA Health Santa Monica Surgery
    1223 16th St Ste 3400, Santa Monica, CA 90404
  3. 3 UCLA Medical Center-Santa Monica
    1250 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
  4. 4 Office
    5767 W Century Blvd Ste 200, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Patient Satisfaction

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4.4
Based on 25 Reviews
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1 Star (4)

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Oct 05, 2022
Most knowledgeable doctor I have found in his specialty area.
Tank — Oct 05, 2022
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General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY / SACRAMENTO / COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
    2002
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David Chen, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Chen's profile.

Dr. Chen frequently treats the following conditions: Inguinal Hernia, Incisional Hernia and Lipomas. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. David Chen, MD is affiliated with Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital

    1250 16th St, Santa Monica, CA