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Dr. Farida Bounoua, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
4.0 (30)
Map Pin Small Santa Barbara, CA
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Farida Bounoua, MD

Dr. Farida Bounoua, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA. They specialize in Bariatric Surgery, has 37 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University Algiers and is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Dr. Bounoua, completed a residency at Universite Paris V Rene Descartes. Patients rated Dr. Bounoua an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Bounoua works at Practice in Santa Barbara, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Intestinal Obstruction along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Bounoua's Office Locations

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    Pacheco-medina Dental Corporation
    2323 De la Vina St Ste 207, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (805) 879-4011
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    Anne V. White DO A Medical Corporation
    5333 Hollister Ave Ste 205, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (805) 879-4011

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  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

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Intestinal Obstruction
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Intestinal Obstruction
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)

Treatment frequency



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Intestinal Obstruction
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Obesity
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Pelvic Abscess
Rib Fracture
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wound Repair
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Cholelithiasis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colon Cancer
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominal Surgery
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Appendectomy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colon Surgery
Colostomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
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
Gallbladder Surgery
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Spinal Nerve Block
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Surgery
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Wedge Resection Colon
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    Specialties*
    • Bariatric Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 37 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, French and Spanish
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    • 1992925564
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Cedars Sinai Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Universite Paris V Rene Descartes
    Residency
    Internship
    • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University Algiers
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Bounoua has seen patients for Intestinal Obstruction, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Bounoua on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

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