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Dr. Oscar Paz-Altschul, MD

Trauma Surgery* Age 70
Dr. Oscar Paz-Altschul, MD
3.4 (19 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Oscar Paz-Altschul, MD is a Trauma Surgery Specialist in Palm Springs, CA.
Dr. Oscar Paz-Altschul, MD
3.4 (19 Ratings)
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Dr. Oscar Paz-Altschul, MD

Trauma Surgery* Age 70
Palm Springs, CA
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Oscar Paz-Altschul, MD is a Trauma Surgery Specialist in Palm Springs, CA.

About

Dr. Paz-Altschul graduated from Universidad nacional de El Salvador in 1982 and completed a residency at Fairview Hospital. Dr. Oscar Paz-Altschul, MD is a Trauma Surgery Specialist in Palm Springs, CA and has 43 years experience. Dr. Paz-Altschul currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center. Dr. Paz-Altschul has experience treating conditions like Rib Fracture among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Paz-Altschul received an average rating of 3.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 19 times. Dr. Paz-Altschul's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Paz-Altschul also speaks Spanish. Dr. Paz-Altschul is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Wound Repair
Rib Fracture
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Wound Repair
Rib Fracture
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Wound Repair
Rib Fracture
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Traumatic Brain Injury
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Abdominal Pain
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chronic Non-Healing Wounds
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Obstruction
Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Open Wound
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Injuries
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Surgery
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Gastrectomy
Gastrotomy
Laparotomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Skin Biopsy
Skin Grafts
Surgery, Trauma
Surgical Procedures
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Tracheal Surgery
Tracheostomy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    275 N El Cielo Rd Ste A101, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 320-8814
  2. 2 Desert Regional Medical Center
    1150 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 323-6316
  3. 3 Edgar J. Stanley MD Inc. A Medical Corp.
    1180 N Indian Canyon Dr Ste E425, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 323-6316
  4. 4 Oscar J. Paz Altschul MD Inc
    380 E Paseo El Mirador, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 323-6316

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Paz-Altschul
3.4
Based on 19 Reviews
5 Stars (11)
4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (7)

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Patient Reviews
Feb 20, 2023
It has been since 1997 that I wish I would have left a comment for Dr. Paz. Technology was not there uet. This doctor saved my life after being a victim of violence attributed to the many life traumas I was experiencing. I hope to some day reconnect with him to give the thanks in person. My second chance in life has led me to a career in the Probation field to help those who come into our system receive a second chance or be diverted from our system and not come into it at all. I could literally write a book about my story which I have started and many times but never follow through to finish. Maybe some day. In short. Gracias Dr. Paz for giving me a second chance at life which has giving me so many blessings.
Miracle — Feb 20, 2023
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Trauma Surgery
Wound & Burn Care
Critical Care Surgery
Acute Care Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Universidad nacional de El Salvador
    1982
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Fairview Hospital
    1988
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Ucsf-Fresno
    1990
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Oscar Paz-Altschul, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Paz-Altschul's profile.

Dr. Oscar Paz-Altschul, MD is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Oscar Paz-Altschul, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Desert Regional Medical Center

    1150 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA