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Dr. Rivera graduated from the prestigious Surgery Residency Program at Morristown Memorial Medical Center, Morristown, New Jersey; affiliated with New York Mount Sinai School of Medicine. He successfully completed his Residency program and Chief Resident year, and was awarded the Hughes D. Dougan MD Award : 2010 Chief Resident Teaching Award. Since then, they have been providing the community with excellent cutting edge surgical care, with the best surgical outcomes, lowest complication rates, lowest length of hospital stay and lowest readmission rates; which allow patients a rapid recovery to return to their normal lifestyle. Dr. Rivera treats a wide variety of surgical conditions among which include: skin cancer, soft tissue tumors, hernia repair, gallbladder disease, gallstones, colon cancer, breast cancer, appendiceal cancer, diverticulitis, robotic surgery; and provides emergency surgical care as well. Why go "down the hill" when you can get the same care in your community.

Dr. Rivera graduated from the prestigious Surgery Residency Program at Morristown Memorial Medical Center, Morristown, New Jersey; affiliated with New York Mount Sinai School of Medicine. He successfully completed his Residency program and Chief Resident year, and was awarded the Hughes D. Dougan MD Award : 2010 Chief Resident Teaching Award. Since then, they have been providing the community with excellent cutting edge surgical care, with the best surgical outcomes, lowest complication rates, lowest length of hospital stay and lowest readmission rates; which allow patients a rapid recovery to return to their normal lifestyle. Dr. Rivera treats a wide variety of surgical conditions among which include: skin cancer, soft tissue tumors, hernia repair, gallbladder disease, gallstones, colon cancer, breast cancer, appendiceal cancer, diverticulitis, robotic surgery; and provides emergency surgical care as well. Why go "down the hill" when you can get the same care in your community.

Dr. Rivera graduated from the prestigious Surgery Residency Program at Morristown Memorial Medical Center, Morristown, New Jersey; affiliated with New York Mount Sinai School of Medicine. He successfully completed his Residency program and Chief Resident year, and was awarded the Hughes D. Dougan MD Award : 2010 Chief Resident Teaching Award. Since then, they have been providing the community with excellent cutting edge surgical care, with the best surgical outcomes, lowest complication rates, lowest length of hospital stay and lowest readmission rates; which allow patients a rapid recovery to return to their normal lifestyle. Dr. Rivera treats a wide variety of surgical conditions among which include: skin cancer, soft tissue tumors, hernia repair, gallbladder disease, gallstones, colon cancer, breast cancer, appendiceal cancer, diverticulitis, robotic surgery; and provides emergency surgical care as well. Why go "down the hill" when you can get the same care in your community.

Dr. Rivera graduated from the prestigious Surgery Residency Program at Morristown Memorial Medical Center, Morristown, New Jersey; affiliated with New York Mount Sinai School of Medicine. He successfully completed his Residency program and Chief Resident year, and was awarded the Hughes D. Dougan MD Award : 2010 Chief Resident Teaching Award. Since then, they have been providing the community with excellent cutting edge surgical care, with the best surgical outcomes, lowest complication rates, lowest length of hospital stay and lowest readmission rates; which allow patients a rapid recovery to return to their normal lifestyle. Dr. Rivera treats a wide variety of surgical conditions among which include: skin cancer, soft tissue tumors, hernia repair, gallbladder disease, gallstones, colon cancer, breast cancer, appendiceal cancer, diverticulitis, robotic surgery; and provides emergency surgical care as well. Why go "down the hill" when you can get the same care in your community.

Donald Hastie, BC-FNP, is a highly experienced family physician at Genesis Surgery Center, with locations in Santa Ana and Foothill Ranch, California. With an impressive career spanning 25 years, Dr. Hastie has dedicated his life to providing exceptional medical care to his patients.

Dr. Hastie completed his undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, in 1976. He then pursued further education at the University of Phoenix in Arizona, earning degrees in 1985 and 1989. His commitment to excellence in healthcare led him to the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, where he graduated in 1999.

Patients consistently praise Dr. Hastie for his extensive medical knowledge and compassionate approach. His blend of expertise and empathy makes him a trusted and beloved physician in his community. Whether you're seeking routine family care or specialized treatment, Dr. Hastie is committed to ensuring the well-being of his patients at Genesis Surgery Center in Santa Ana and Foothill Ranch, California.

Pacific Surgical and Vein Institute, runs a state-of-the-art medical practice specializing in vascular surgery, acid reflux surgery, and general surgery, at his offices in Huntington Beach, and Anaheim, California.

With over 20 years of professional experience under his belt, he leads a friendly staff and employs cutting-edge technology to provide cosmetic and health benefits to patients dealing with varicose veins and spider veins stemming from a variety of causes.

At the practice’s warm, welcoming offices, they provide a host of innovative treatments for vascular disease, including ultrasound-guided procedures, injections, and laser treatments. Dr. Salem always takes considerable effort to minimize any scarring following medical procedures and maintains constant monitoring to evaluate the progress of his patients through recovery. They’re also highly skilled when it comes to providing surgical treatment for many other conditions, such as intestinal obstructions, lipomas, gallstones, and appendicitis.

One of the central tenets of Dr. Salem’s care is spending as much time as possible with each patient to develop individualized treatment plans and to allow time for addressing questions and concerns. Patient education is also essential and foundational to the practice’s overall approach to care, as Dr. Salem and the staff help each patient understand everything about their condition and treatment options.

If you’d like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Salem to learn more about the practice and what it can offer you, call or use the online booking tool today.

About Dr. Fischer

Trevan Fischer, MD, FACS, specializes in complex general surgical oncology and is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Fischer is an experienced surgeon who offers patients in Santa Monica, Los Angeles and Orange, California, the latest surgical techniques to help in the battle against cancer. His thorough understanding of the nature of cancer allows him to perform complex surgeries that help him diagnose and treat a number of conditions, including melanoma, other skin cancers, and soft tissue sarcomas.

Outside of his practice, Dr. Fischer continually strives to stay on top of the latest techniques in treating cancer, and he is actively involved with innovative clinical trials at The Angeles Clinic and Research Institute, a Cedars-Sinai affiliate. He also involved in continuing training the next generation of surgical oncologist as faculty member of Cedars Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship program. Cedars-Sinai is consistently ranked among the nation’s top hospitals, recognized for pioneering research, advanced technology, and world-class patient care—providing an unparalleled environment for cancer innovation and collaboration.

Dr. Fischer began his medical career at the University of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City, where he earned his medical degree in 2008. He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Florida in Gainesville in 2015, serving as chief resident from 2014-2015. In 2015, Dr. Fischer became a fellow at the John Wayne Cancer Institute, where he completed two years of specialized surgical oncology training. 

To continue his education, Dr. Fischer is a member of the Society of Surgical Oncology, the American College of Surgeons, and the American Medical Association.

Over the course of his career, Dr. Fischer’s involvement in research and clinical trials has led to numerous articles, papers, and presentations in peer-reviewed publications and at national conferences.

Dr. Fischer is constantly exploring new ways to gain the upper hand on cancer through state-of-the-art surgical techniques and brings this experience to the Southern California area. He also accepts patients across all of Southern California, including Bakersfield, San Luis Obispo and Palm Springs. 

Dr. Fischer has continued his practice in Orange County and sees patients at  Providence St. Joseph. 

About Dr. Fischer

Trevan Fischer, MD, FACS, specializes in complex general surgical oncology and is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Fischer is an experienced surgeon who offers patients in Santa Monica, Los Angeles and Orange, California, the latest surgical techniques to help in the battle against cancer. His thorough understanding of the nature of cancer allows him to perform complex surgeries that help him diagnose and treat a number of conditions, including melanoma, other skin cancers, and soft tissue sarcomas.

Outside of his practice, Dr. Fischer continually strives to stay on top of the latest techniques in treating cancer, and he is actively involved with innovative clinical trials at The Angeles Clinic and Research Institute, a Cedars-Sinai affiliate. He also involved in continuing training the next generation of surgical oncologist as faculty member of Cedars Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship program. Cedars-Sinai is consistently ranked among the nation’s top hospitals, recognized for pioneering research, advanced technology, and world-class patient care—providing an unparalleled environment for cancer innovation and collaboration.

Dr. Fischer began his medical career at the University of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City, where he earned his medical degree in 2008. He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Florida in Gainesville in 2015, serving as chief resident from 2014-2015. In 2015, Dr. Fischer became a fellow at the John Wayne Cancer Institute, where he completed two years of specialized surgical oncology training. 

To continue his education, Dr. Fischer is a member of the Society of Surgical Oncology, the American College of Surgeons, and the American Medical Association.

Over the course of his career, Dr. Fischer’s involvement in research and clinical trials has led to numerous articles, papers, and presentations in peer-reviewed publications and at national conferences.

Dr. Fischer is constantly exploring new ways to gain the upper hand on cancer through state-of-the-art surgical techniques and brings this experience to the Southern California area. He also accepts patients across all of Southern California, including Bakersfield, San Luis Obispo and Palm Springs. 

Dr. Fischer has continued his practice in Orange County and sees patients at  Providence St. Joseph. 

Francis Essien, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship trained in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery.

Dr. Essien's zeal for the art and science of medicine and surgery began as a teenager at the University of Ibadan in Nigeria.

An interest in providing excellent patient care brought Dr. Essien to the United States to pursue a natural calling in the surgical specialty.

Passionate about cutting-edge, advanced, minimally invasive, and robotic surgical technology, Dr. Essien’s knowledge and expertise give patients the advantage of a faster recovery. 

The surgeon’s more cosmetic approach also offers less pain and a quicker return to a happier and more productive lifestyle.

Dr. Essien is highly skilled in various procedures, most frequently performing laparoscopic surgery for severe gastroesophageal reflux disease, laparoscopic hernia repairs, hiatal hernia repairs, minimally invasive endocrine surgery, laparoscopic adrenalectomy, and laparoscopic colon resections for benign and malignant conditions.

Dr. Essien also performs laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, laparoscopic gastric bypass, and revision bariatric procedures.

With a passion for Bariatric surgery, Dr. Essien helps patients achieve their goals of a healthier weight while eliminating the medical illnesses associated with excessive weight and enjoying a better quality of life.

Dr. Essien believes in an individualized and holistic approach to improving the health and wellness of patients.

Outside of caring for patients, Dr. Essien enjoys spending time with family at home, cooking, traveling, cycling, and playing golf.

Book an appointment with Dr. Essien, MD here.

I am a triple-board certified surgeon with expertise in general, colorectal and trauma/ critical care surgery. Born and and raised in Brazil, I completed my medical education at the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC).

In high school, my passion for Biology, Math and Physics led me to pursue medicine for its challenging and exciting nature. Working in the operating room, I take great satisfation in promptly addressing my patient's concerns through surgical interventions.

My frequent surgical procedures involve colorectal cancer removal, anorectal surgery (including hemorrhoids and fistulas), and hernia repair. With over two decades of surgical experience in Murrieta and Temecula, I am committed to providing patients with top-notch care and a positive treatment experience. As a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (FASCRS), I continuously strive to integrate new technologies into my practice. 

Beyond my medical pursuits, I enjoy traveling with my family, watching movies, reading, operating my drone, and capturing aerial photographs.