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Dr. Jonathan Liu is a Board Certified Hand and Wrist Surgeon at Sequoia Institute for Surgical Services, which has locations in Visalia, Porterville, and Reedley, California. He has been practicing in our community for over 12 years. He is experienced in taking care of both traumatic and degenerative diseases of the upper extremity and hands and wrists.
He is a Fellow of American College of Surgeons (FACS), Member of American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), and Member of American Association for Hand Surgery (AAHS). In addition he is also Board Certified in General Surgery.
Special training in Microvascular and Microsurgery, Dr. Liu uses a microscope during surgery to perform replantation and revascularization of amputated fingers, hands, wrist and arm.
He treats all conditions of the finger, hand, wrist, forearm and elbow for soft tissue, ligamental, nerve, vascular, bone, and joint disorders and fractures. Minimal invasive procedures and conservative treatments.
Dr Liu’s education includes: Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Monmouth Medical Center, Jersey Shore Trauma Center, Newark Beth Israel Med Center, University of California Riverside.
Dr. Liu’s professional experience includes: Kaweah Delta Medical Center, Adventist Health Tulare Hanford and Selma Medical Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center, and Sequoia Institute for Surgical Services Inc.
Patient Reviews:
Jennifer H.
Dr.lui has helped me a lot. From getting my ganglion cyst surgically removed to injections. I’m really thankful he took care of my wrist. I 100% recommend him because he understands what you’re going through.
Marla E.
I have suffered from arthritis pain for years. Dr. Liu was able to make my right hand pain free. He is down to earth and listens to his patients. His staff is caring and professional. I have had such a positive experience that I will be getting my the joint in my left hand replaced as soon as possible.
Todd A.
Dr. Liu’s office staff are great, very friendly and speedy.
Also Dr. Liu is the nicest doctor you will ever meet. Such a great bed side manner, I highly recommended him with any hand issues.
Maria B.
Dr. Jonathan Liu is amazing he is always very knowledgeable in his realm of work. He makes his patients feel in the best of hands. I appreciate being treated very attentively. My scars are barely noticeable. My hands no longer feels numb an tingly. I absolutely have recommended him to my friends and family for sure. Thank you Melissa Gerardo for her helping me with my shots. Thank you Dr. Liu for taking care of me. Thanks also to his friendly staff!
Melanie B.
I’m a tough patient and have been through a lot of procedures. Dr. Liu is pleasant, has a plan of action, and I feel he will make a difference for my hand and arm. Staff are professional and say hello.
“Very clean office, the ladies that work there are very helpful.. and the Dr is very caring to help me and I will say this.. He help me alot on my hand that was hurting so bad and now its better and I'm thankful for him”
Dr. Jonathan Liu is a Board Certified Hand and Wrist Surgeon at Sequoia Institute for Surgical Services, which has locations in Visalia, Porterville, and Reedley, California. He has been practicing in our community for over 12 years. He is experienced in taking care of both traumatic and degenerative diseases of the upper extremity and hands and wrists.
He is a Fellow of American College of Surgeons (FACS), Member of American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), and Member of American Association for Hand Surgery (AAHS). In addition he is also Board Certified in General Surgery.
Special training in Microvascular and Microsurgery, Dr. Liu uses a microscope during surgery to perform replantation and revascularization of amputated fingers, hands, wrist and arm.
He treats all conditions of the finger, hand, wrist, forearm and elbow for soft tissue, ligamental, nerve, vascular, bone, and joint disorders and fractures. Minimal invasive procedures and conservative treatments.
Dr Liu’s education includes: Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Monmouth Medical Center, Jersey Shore Trauma Center, Newark Beth Israel Med Center, University of California Riverside.
Dr. Liu’s professional experience includes: Kaweah Delta Medical Center, Adventist Health Tulare Hanford and Selma Medical Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center, and Sequoia Institute for Surgical Services Inc.
Patient Reviews:
Jennifer H.
Dr.lui has helped me a lot. From getting my ganglion cyst surgically removed to injections. I’m really thankful he took care of my wrist. I 100% recommend him because he understands what you’re going through.
Marla E.
I have suffered from arthritis pain for years. Dr. Liu was able to make my right hand pain free. He is down to earth and listens to his patients. His staff is caring and professional. I have had such a positive experience that I will be getting my the joint in my left hand replaced as soon as possible.
Todd A.
Dr. Liu’s office staff are great, very friendly and speedy.
Also Dr. Liu is the nicest doctor you will ever meet. Such a great bed side manner, I highly recommended him with any hand issues.
Maria B.
Dr. Jonathan Liu is amazing he is always very knowledgeable in his realm of work. He makes his patients feel in the best of hands. I appreciate being treated very attentively. My scars are barely noticeable. My hands no longer feels numb an tingly. I absolutely have recommended him to my friends and family for sure. Thank you Melissa Gerardo for her helping me with my shots. Thank you Dr. Liu for taking care of me. Thanks also to his friendly staff!
Melanie B.
I’m a tough patient and have been through a lot of procedures. Dr. Liu is pleasant, has a plan of action, and I feel he will make a difference for my hand and arm. Staff are professional and say hello.
“Very clean office, the ladies that work there are very helpful.. and the Dr is very caring to help me and I will say this.. He help me alot on my hand that was hurting so bad and now its better and I'm thankful for him”
Dr. Jonathan Liu is a Board Certified Hand and Wrist Surgeon at Sequoia Institute for Surgical Services, which has locations in Visalia, Porterville, and Reedley, California. He has been practicing in our community for over 12 years. He is experienced in taking care of both traumatic and degenerative diseases of the upper extremity and hands and wrists.
He is a Fellow of American College of Surgeons (FACS), Member of American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), and Member of American Association for Hand Surgery (AAHS). In addition he is also Board Certified in General Surgery.
Special training in Microvascular and Microsurgery, Dr. Liu uses a microscope during surgery to perform replantation and revascularization of amputated fingers, hands, wrist and arm.
He treats all conditions of the finger, hand, wrist, forearm and elbow for soft tissue, ligamental, nerve, vascular, bone, and joint disorders and fractures. Minimal invasive procedures and conservative treatments.
Dr Liu’s education includes: Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Monmouth Medical Center, Jersey Shore Trauma Center, Newark Beth Israel Med Center, University of California Riverside.
Dr. Liu’s professional experience includes: Kaweah Delta Medical Center, Adventist Health Tulare Hanford and Selma Medical Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center, and Sequoia Institute for Surgical Services Inc.
Patient Reviews:
Jennifer H.
Dr.lui has helped me a lot. From getting my ganglion cyst surgically removed to injections. I’m really thankful he took care of my wrist. I 100% recommend him because he understands what you’re going through.
Marla E.
I have suffered from arthritis pain for years. Dr. Liu was able to make my right hand pain free. He is down to earth and listens to his patients. His staff is caring and professional. I have had such a positive experience that I will be getting my the joint in my left hand replaced as soon as possible.
Todd A.
Dr. Liu’s office staff are great, very friendly and speedy.
Also Dr. Liu is the nicest doctor you will ever meet. Such a great bed side manner, I highly recommended him with any hand issues.
Maria B.
Dr. Jonathan Liu is amazing he is always very knowledgeable in his realm of work. He makes his patients feel in the best of hands. I appreciate being treated very attentively. My scars are barely noticeable. My hands no longer feels numb an tingly. I absolutely have recommended him to my friends and family for sure. Thank you Melissa Gerardo for her helping me with my shots. Thank you Dr. Liu for taking care of me. Thanks also to his friendly staff!
Melanie B.
I’m a tough patient and have been through a lot of procedures. Dr. Liu is pleasant, has a plan of action, and I feel he will make a difference for my hand and arm. Staff are professional and say hello.
“Very clean office, the ladies that work there are very helpful.. and the Dr is very caring to help me and I will say this.. He help me alot on my hand that was hurting so bad and now its better and I'm thankful for him”
Dr. Jonathan Liu, MD
Hand Surgeon
925 E MERRITT AVE
Tulare, CA 93274
4.8(212)
4.94
(211)
Dr. Elvira Klause, MD
Surgeon
4.94(211)
23961 Calle de la Magdalena
Suite 417
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Dr. Elvira Klause, M.D., FACS, is a highly skilled, board-certified general surgeon specializing in hernia repair, hemorrhoids, laparoscopic surgery, abdominal surgery, robotic surgery, breast surgery, oncological procedures and dermatology procedures at her warm and personalized offices in San Clemente, CA. Praised by patients for her small-town hospitality and extreme quality of care, Dr. Klause brings over 15 years of experience in caring for the general, breast, advanced laparoscopic, robotic, colorectal, oncologic, skin cancer and hemorrhoid surgery needs of patients throughout South Orange County.
Dr. Klause earned a bachelor of science degree from UCLA in 1989. She received her medical training at the University of Missouri in Columbia in 1993 and completed her residency in surgery in 1999 at Martin Luther King Hospital. After earning the Chief Resident Award, she was chosen for a fellowship in trauma surgery and critical care from Martin Luther King Hospital in 2000.
In addition to providing quality care to her patients, Dr. Klause was also a clinical preceptor for the University of Southern California and a clinical associate professor for the Western University of Health Sciences Physician Assistant program for many years. She was also a member-at-large for Saddleback Memorial Medical Center from 2008–2010, and Chief of Surgery from 2013-2014 also was on the Cancer Committee and the Chart Review Committee.
Dr. Klause is a board-certified diplomat of the American Board of Surgery and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She holds hospital privileges at Saddleback Memorial Medical CenterLaguna Hills, Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo and Laguna Beach, Surgery Center at Saddleback, Foothill Ranch Surgery Center and the Laguna Niguel Surgery Center. She is a specialist at the highly advanced single-incision laparoscopic surgery method and Robotic assisted surgery.
Dr. Klause happily lives in South Orange County along with her loving husband and three children. In her free time, she loves being a supermom for her children by helping them with crafting adventures as well as cooking delicious gourmet meals.
Chunhua Lu, MD, PhD, brings a wealth of expertise to the Center for Women’s Health. She is honored and excited to assist all women of all ages in Sugar Land and Richmond, Texas, to enhance their health and wellness.
Dr. Lu began her educational journey at the Peking University Health Science Center in Beijing, China, where she earned both MD and Ph.D. degrees. She then completed Ob/Gyn residency training and worked as an attending physician at the third hospital of Peking University. Dr. Lu then moved to Houston to pursue her postdoctoral research fellowship training, initially at the breast cancer center at Baylor College of Medicine and subsequently at the Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine at the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center. After this Dr. Lu decided to go back to her first love, which was direct patient care, specializing in women’s health. Dr. Lu completed Ob/Gyn residency training at the McGovern Medical School in Houston and Flushing Hospital Medical Center in New York. Dr. Lu enjoys combining both her clinical expertise and in-depth academic knowledge of her specialty to provide individualized and compassionate care to women of all ages. Her clinical interests include prenatal care for both low and high-risk pregnancies, and comprehensive gynecological care spanning preventive, diagnostic and treatment services, this includes minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic surgery, office procedures, infertility, and menopausal symptom management, et al. Dr. Lu is also a BioTE® certified provider, providing patients with excellent bio-identical hormone replacement therapy and guidance.
Research has been an important part of Dr. Lu’s professional life. She has co-authored numerous book chapters and many peer-reviewed articles in a wide range of medical publications. Dr. Lu is proud of her role in expanding the understanding of complex gynecologic issues.
In her spare time, Dr. Lu enjoys tennis, table tennis, cooking, traveling, and spending time with her very active family.
If you’re searching for a women’s health specialist who offers personalized care guided by the latest innovations in medical research and technology, schedule a time to meet with Dr. Lu to learn more about her approach to health and wellness.
“My visit was awesome! I love how down to earth and engaging Dr. Lu was during the consultation. She explained things in details and offered future telephone assistance. I will definitely visit again. ”
Dr. Chunhua Lu
OB-GYN
7619 Branford Place
Suite 260
Sugar Land, TX 77479
4.8(200)
4.8
(200)
Dr. Chunhua Lu
OB-GYN
4.8(200)
7790 West Grand Parkway South
Suite 201
Richmond, TX 77406
Chunhua Lu, MD, PhD, brings a wealth of expertise to the Center for Women’s Health. She is honored and excited to assist all women of all ages in Sugar Land and Richmond, Texas, to enhance their health and wellness.
Dr. Lu began her educational journey at the Peking University Health Science Center in Beijing, China, where she earned both MD and Ph.D. degrees. She then completed Ob/Gyn residency training and worked as an attending physician at the third hospital of Peking University. Dr. Lu then moved to Houston to pursue her postdoctoral research fellowship training, initially at the breast cancer center at Baylor College of Medicine and subsequently at the Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine at the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center. After this Dr. Lu decided to go back to her first love, which was direct patient care, specializing in women’s health. Dr. Lu completed Ob/Gyn residency training at the McGovern Medical School in Houston and Flushing Hospital Medical Center in New York. Dr. Lu enjoys combining both her clinical expertise and in-depth academic knowledge of her specialty to provide individualized and compassionate care to women of all ages. Her clinical interests include prenatal care for both low and high-risk pregnancies, and comprehensive gynecological care spanning preventive, diagnostic and treatment services, this includes minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic surgery, office procedures, infertility, and menopausal symptom management, et al. Dr. Lu is also a BioTE® certified provider, providing patients with excellent bio-identical hormone replacement therapy and guidance.
Research has been an important part of Dr. Lu’s professional life. She has co-authored numerous book chapters and many peer-reviewed articles in a wide range of medical publications. Dr. Lu is proud of her role in expanding the understanding of complex gynecologic issues.
In her spare time, Dr. Lu enjoys tennis, table tennis, cooking, traveling, and spending time with her very active family.
If you’re searching for a women’s health specialist who offers personalized care guided by the latest innovations in medical research and technology, schedule a time to meet with Dr. Lu to learn more about her approach to health and wellness.
“My visit was awesome! I love how down to earth and engaging Dr. Lu was during the consultation. She explained things in details and offered future telephone assistance. I will definitely visit again. ”
Dr. Chunhua Lu
OB-GYN
7790 West Grand Parkway South
Suite 201
Richmond, TX 77406
Chunhua Lu, MD, PhD, brings a wealth of expertise to the Center for Women’s Health. She is honored and excited to assist all women of all ages in Sugar Land and Richmond, Texas, to enhance their health and wellness.
Dr. Lu began her educational journey at the Peking University Health Science Center in Beijing, China, where she earned both MD and Ph.D. degrees. She then completed Ob/Gyn residency training and worked as an attending physician at the third hospital of Peking University. Dr. Lu then moved to Houston to pursue her postdoctoral research fellowship training, initially at the breast cancer center at Baylor College of Medicine and subsequently at the Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine at the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center. After this Dr. Lu decided to go back to her first love, which was direct patient care, specializing in women’s health. Dr. Lu completed Ob/Gyn residency training at the McGovern Medical School in Houston and Flushing Hospital Medical Center in New York. Dr. Lu enjoys combining both her clinical expertise and in-depth academic knowledge of her specialty to provide individualized and compassionate care to women of all ages. Her clinical interests include prenatal care for both low and high-risk pregnancies, and comprehensive gynecological care spanning preventive, diagnostic and treatment services, this includes minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic surgery, office procedures, infertility, and menopausal symptom management, et al. Dr. Lu is also a BioTE® certified provider, providing patients with excellent bio-identical hormone replacement therapy and guidance.
Research has been an important part of Dr. Lu’s professional life. She has co-authored numerous book chapters and many peer-reviewed articles in a wide range of medical publications. Dr. Lu is proud of her role in expanding the understanding of complex gynecologic issues.
In her spare time, Dr. Lu enjoys tennis, table tennis, cooking, traveling, and spending time with her very active family.
If you’re searching for a women’s health specialist who offers personalized care guided by the latest innovations in medical research and technology, schedule a time to meet with Dr. Lu to learn more about her approach to health and wellness.
“My visit was awesome! I love how down to earth and engaging Dr. Lu was during the consultation. She explained things in details and offered future telephone assistance. I will definitely visit again. ”
Welcome to SJ Surgery of NY!
Our utmost goal is to serve all of our patients by providing the best possible surgical care in the areas of "bread and butter" general surgery, colorectal surgery, surgical oncology, minimally invasive surgery, acute care surgery, and wound care.
Sang Jho, M.D., F.A.C.S. is a board-certified general surgeon who is experienced, competent, and compassionate in the care of his patients with a wide variety of surgical problems. He also specializes in the care of acute and chronic wounds of different etiologies and has certification in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.
Victoria C. Chang, MD, is an experienced Board Certified general and bariatric surgeon at Turnquest Surgical Solutions in Houston, Texas. She is also trained in robotic surgery as well as endoscopic procedures.
Dr. Chang is a native Texan, born and raised in the Houston area. She completed her undergraduate education at the University of Texas at Austin where she received her Bachelor of Business Administration while completing medical school prerequisites with university honors.
Dr. Chang went on to attend medical school at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, where she quickly fell in love with the life-saving aspect of surgery and in particular, bariatric surgery. Afterward, she returned home to Houston, Texas, to complete a general surgery residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. She then accepted and completed a fellowship in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery with the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, where she trained in a variety of laparoscopic procedures to treat morbid obesity, hernias, GERD, as well as many other surgical diseases.
Dr. Chang is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, as well as being a board certified surgeon. She is passionate about providing an excellent patient experience and empowering patients to help them reach their goals.
She speaks English, Mandarin-Chinese, and Spanish. During her free time, Dr. Chang likes to spend time with family and friends and exercise regularly.
Victoria C. Chang, MD, is an experienced Board Certified general and bariatric surgeon at Turnquest Surgical Solutions in Houston, Texas. She is also trained in robotic surgery as well as endoscopic procedures.
Dr. Chang is a native Texan, born and raised in the Houston area. She completed her undergraduate education at the University of Texas at Austin where she received her Bachelor of Business Administration while completing medical school prerequisites with university honors.
Dr. Chang went on to attend medical school at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, where she quickly fell in love with the life-saving aspect of surgery and in particular, bariatric surgery. Afterward, she returned home to Houston, Texas, to complete a general surgery residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. She then accepted and completed a fellowship in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery with the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, where she trained in a variety of laparoscopic procedures to treat morbid obesity, hernias, GERD, as well as many other surgical diseases.
Dr. Chang is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, as well as being a board certified surgeon. She is passionate about providing an excellent patient experience and empowering patients to help them reach their goals.
She speaks English, Mandarin-Chinese, and Spanish. During her free time, Dr. Chang likes to spend time with family and friends and exercise regularly.
Andrew Bernhard, DPM, is a foot and ankle surgeon practicing at Tussey Mountain Foot & Ankle Specialists, located in State College, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Bernhard grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, where he graduated with an undergraduate degree from John Carroll University in biology and from podiatric medical school at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine. From there, he completed a three-year rearfoot and ankle certified medical and surgical residency at Kingwood Medical Center, part of the Greater Texas Educational Foundation, in Houston, Texas. He met Dr. Kaitlyn Bernhard while in medical school, and they have been working separately in private practice in Colorado since residency. Together, they have two young children and opened Tussey Mountain Foot & Ankle Specialists. Dr. Bernhard is an avid skier, reader, and disc golfer, a competent mountain biker and hiker, and a board game geek.
Dr. Andrew Bernhard is happy to help with any foot and ankle conditions, with conservative options when possible and surgical options when necessary. These can range from the treatment of common nail and skin conditions to complicated foot and ankle reconstructions and everything in between. Together, he can develop a treatment plan to meet your goals and get you back on your feet.
Kaitlyn Bernhard, DPM, is a foot and ankle surgeon practicing at Tussey Mountain Foot & Ankle Specialists located in State College, Pennsylvania.
Originally from central Pennsylvania, Dr. Bernhard completed her undergraduate studies at Mercyhurst University with honors in a Bachelor of Science in biology. Following in her father’s footsteps, she received her doctorate at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine. A 2017 graduate from Highlands-Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Podiatric Medicine and Surgery residency program in Denver, Colorado, she was extensively trained in reconstructive and trauma surgery involving the forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle.
Dr. Bernhard is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. She is credentialed at Mount Nittany Medical Center and Penn Highlands Huntingdon. Her husband, Andrew Bernhard, DPM, is also a podiatrist. They previously lived in Colorado and decided to move back to Pennsylvania to be closer to family and work together.
Outside of podiatry, Dr. Bernhard and her husband enjoy spending time with their two kids and two dogs. Together they enjoy skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and baking. Dr. Bernhard is an avid runner and has completed dozens of ultramarathons and trail races.
As a foot and ankle surgeon and clinician, Dr. Bernhard believes improving her patients’ lower extremity health will allow them the opportunity to pursue an active and healthy lifestyle for longevity.
“Dr.Katilyn is very professional, knowledgable, and kind. She integrates these qualities to provide a very positive experience. I’m looking forward to my next visit!”
Dr. Kaitlyn Bernhard
Podiatrist
1526 Martin St
State College, PA 16803
4.93(160)
4.86
(152)
Dr. Michael Wood, MD
Surgeon
4.86(152)
17510 W. Grand Parkway S.
Suite 490
Sugar Land, TX 77479
Michael Todd Wood, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon and laparoscopic surgery specialist with practice locations in Houston and Sugar Land, Texas. He’s well-known for his expert surgical skills and commitment to providing patient-oriented care in a warm and compassionate environment.
This Houston native attended Rice University for his undergraduate education. He obtained his medical degree at the University of Texas – Houston Medical School and completed his surgical training at the same institution. Dr. Wood then received an MBA from Rice University.
Dr. Wood’s stellar reputation as a specialist in minimally invasive laparoscopic general surgery has grown during his 20 years of experience. His expertise includes surgical treatment for various cancers, including colon, skin, and breast cancers. He’s also an expert in hernia repair as well as laparoscopic fundoplication and Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease. Dr. Wood also performs thyroid and parathyroid surgery, gallbladder removal, and gastric neurostimulator placement for severe gastroparesis.
He’s currently the managing partner of Southwest Surgical Associates, LLP in Houston and is affiliated with many hospitals, including Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, where he previously served as Chief of Staff, and currently serves as Chairman of the Department of General Surgery. He is also affiliated with Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, and CHI St. Luke’s Health – Sugar Land Hospital.
For expert surgical care that’s patient-focused, schedule a visit with Michael Todd Wood, MD by calling the office or booking online.
Michael Todd Wood, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon and laparoscopic surgery specialist with practice locations in Houston and Sugar Land, Texas. He’s well-known for his expert surgical skills and commitment to providing patient-oriented care in a warm and compassionate environment.
This Houston native attended Rice University for his undergraduate education. He obtained his medical degree at the University of Texas – Houston Medical School and completed his surgical training at the same institution. Dr. Wood then received an MBA from Rice University.
Dr. Wood’s stellar reputation as a specialist in minimally invasive laparoscopic general surgery has grown during his 20 years of experience. His expertise includes surgical treatment for various cancers, including colon, skin, and breast cancers. He’s also an expert in hernia repair as well as laparoscopic fundoplication and Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease. Dr. Wood also performs thyroid and parathyroid surgery, gallbladder removal, and gastric neurostimulator placement for severe gastroparesis.
He’s currently the managing partner of Southwest Surgical Associates, LLP in Houston and is affiliated with many hospitals, including Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, where he previously served as Chief of Staff, and currently serves as Chairman of the Department of General Surgery. He is also affiliated with Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, and CHI St. Luke’s Health – Sugar Land Hospital.
For expert surgical care that’s patient-focused, schedule a visit with Michael Todd Wood, MD by calling the office or booking online.
Michael Todd Wood, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon and laparoscopic surgery specialist with practice locations in Houston and Sugar Land, Texas. He’s well-known for his expert surgical skills and commitment to providing patient-oriented care in a warm and compassionate environment.
This Houston native attended Rice University for his undergraduate education. He obtained his medical degree at the University of Texas – Houston Medical School and completed his surgical training at the same institution. Dr. Wood then received an MBA from Rice University.
Dr. Wood’s stellar reputation as a specialist in minimally invasive laparoscopic general surgery has grown during his 20 years of experience. His expertise includes surgical treatment for various cancers, including colon, skin, and breast cancers. He’s also an expert in hernia repair as well as laparoscopic fundoplication and Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease. Dr. Wood also performs thyroid and parathyroid surgery, gallbladder removal, and gastric neurostimulator placement for severe gastroparesis.
He’s currently the managing partner of Southwest Surgical Associates, LLP in Houston and is affiliated with many hospitals, including Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, where he previously served as Chief of Staff, and currently serves as Chairman of the Department of General Surgery. He is also affiliated with Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, and CHI St. Luke’s Health – Sugar Land Hospital.
For expert surgical care that’s patient-focused, schedule a visit with Michael Todd Wood, MD by calling the office or booking online.
Irfan I Wadiwala, DO, is a fellowship-trained bariatric surgeon and board-certified general surgeon, providing weight loss surgery and nonsurgical weight loss alternatives to patients at Houston Weight Loss, located in Houston, Texas.
After completing his medical degree, graduating Summa Cum Laude, at the Western University in Pomona, California, Dr. Wadiwala completed general surgical training at Martin Luther King and Arrowhead Regional Medical Center near Los Angeles. He went on to complete a fellowship in laparoscopic bariatric surgery at Penn State Milton Hershey Medical Center in Pennsylvania.
He has actively participated in various scientific articles and attended several conferences related to morbid obesity surgery and outcomes during his extensive training, and is a member of organizations such as the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, Accountable Care Organizations, Harris County Medical Society, Harris County Medical Society, and the Texas Medical Association. Dr. Wadiwala continues to perfect his technique by attending conferences and keeping up to date with all the newest technology.
In practice for over 12 years and formerly the Director of Bariatric Surgery at Cyfair Medical Center, he specializes in the surgical treatment of morbid obesity and has performed thousands of successful bariatric operations with excellent outcomes. Dr. Wadiwala has privileges at several different hospitals in the Houston area such as HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest, St. Luke's Health The Vintage Hospital, and Houston Methodist Willowbrook hospital. As a board-certified general and bariatric surgeon he also performs general surgeries which include different types of hernia repairs, gallbladder removal, appendectomies, cyst removals, and other general surgical procedures. On his off time, Dr. Wadiwala enjoys spending time outdoors with his family, playing basketball, horseback riding, and traveling around the world. The goal of his services is to help you gain a healthier lifestyle and a slimmer physique with procedures and programs designed to be safe and effective.
To learn more about our practice and the doctor visit our website and www.drwadiwala.com or give us a call at 281-653-6544 to schedule your free initial consultation.
Gregory Albaugh, DO, FACS, is a board-certified vascular and endovascular surgeon who’s been providing Ventura County with exceptional medical care since 2004. He’s the founding member and managing partner of Coastal Vascular Center, which has three convenient locations in Oxnard, Camarillo, and Simi Valley, California.
Dr. Albaugh completed a fellowship in vascular surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond. He’s a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and holds board certifications in general surgery and vascular surgery. Prior to founding Coastal Vascular Center, he was the medical director at St. John’s Regional Medical Center Peripheral Vascular Laboratory and the Pleasant Valley Wound Care Center in Camarillo, California.
In his work at Coastal Vascular Center, Dr. Albaugh is regarded as a regional expert in complex limb revascularization, carotid endarterectomy, endovascular and open aortic surgery, wound care, and the treatment of varicose veins and venous insufficiency.
Outside of his medical career, Dr. Albaugh is a member of the United States Navy Reserve, where he serves as a commander and has a variety of awards and citations. He lives with his wife, Anne, in Ventura County. He looks forward to improving his patients’ quality of life at Coastal Vascular Center.
Gregory Albaugh, DO, FACS, is a board-certified vascular and endovascular surgeon who’s been providing Ventura County with exceptional medical care since 2004. He’s the founding member and managing partner of Coastal Vascular Center, which has three convenient locations in Oxnard, Camarillo, and Simi Valley, California.
Dr. Albaugh completed a fellowship in vascular surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond. He’s a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and holds board certifications in general surgery and vascular surgery. Prior to founding Coastal Vascular Center, he was the medical director at St. John’s Regional Medical Center Peripheral Vascular Laboratory and the Pleasant Valley Wound Care Center in Camarillo, California.
In his work at Coastal Vascular Center, Dr. Albaugh is regarded as a regional expert in complex limb revascularization, carotid endarterectomy, endovascular and open aortic surgery, wound care, and the treatment of varicose veins and venous insufficiency.
Outside of his medical career, Dr. Albaugh is a member of the United States Navy Reserve, where he serves as a commander and has a variety of awards and citations. He lives with his wife, Anne, in Ventura County. He looks forward to improving his patients’ quality of life at Coastal Vascular Center.