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Dr. Wayne Lau, MD

General Surgery* Age 59
Dr. Wayne Lau, MD
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Dr. Wayne Lau, MD is a General Surgeon in Renton, WA.
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Dr. Wayne Lau, MD

General Surgery* Age 59
Renton, WA
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience
Dr. Wayne Lau, MD is a General Surgeon in Renton, WA.

About

Dr. Lau graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1991 and completed a residency at Legacy Emmanuel Hospital and Medical Center.Dr. Wayne Lau, MD is a General Surgeon in Renton, WA and has 33 years experience. Dr. Lau currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Valley Medical Center. Dr. Lau has experience treating conditions like Inguinal Hernia and Umbilical Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lau received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Dr. Lau's office accepts new patients. Dr. Lau also speaks Cantonese. Dr. Lau is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Lipomas
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Ventral Hernia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Illeum Cancer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
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
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biopsy of Breast
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Colectomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
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
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparotomy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Parathyroidectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Puncture Aspiration
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
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Thyroid Biopsy
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Varicose Vein Procedure
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Personal Choice PPO
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  • Choice Plus POS II
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  • Choice Care PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Valley Vascular Surgery
    4033 Talbot Rd S Ste 530, Renton, WA 98055
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (425) 228-6076
  2. 2 Valley Surgical Associates P.S.
    4011 Talbot Rd S Ste 420, Renton, WA 98055
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (425) 251-1322
  3. 3 UW Medicine/Valley Medical Center
    400 S 43rd St, Renton, WA 98055
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (425) 228-3450

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4.2
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Patient Reviews
May 13, 2017
Dr. Lau provided excellent care, answered numerous questions, came back to recheck on patient! Impressed by his thorough and caring bedside manner. Thanks for your reassurance and care today!
N. Gebert Nielsen in Seattle, WA — May 13, 2017
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Languages Spoken
Cantonese
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Tufts University School of Medicine
    1991
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Legacy Emmanuel Hospital and Medical Center
Residency 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. Wayne Lau, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lau's profile.

Dr. Lau frequently treats the following conditions: Inguinal Hernia and Umbilical Hernia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Wayne Lau, MD is affiliated with Valley Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Wayne Lau, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Valley Medical Center

    400 S 43rd St, Renton, WA