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Dr. Fernando Otero, MD

General Surgery*
4.8 (4)
Map Pin Small Walnut Creek, CA
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Fernando Otero, MD

Dr. Fernando Otero, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA. They specialize in General Surgery, has 41 years of experience. They graduated from University of Ca and is affiliated with Sutter Solano Medical Center, Northbay Medical Center, John Muir Health – Concord Medical Center and John Muir Health – Walnut Creek Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Otero an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Otero works at Practice in Walnut Creek, CA with other offices in Brentwood, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD and PVD) along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross 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. Otero's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Advanced Sleep Diagnostics Inc.
    2637 Shadelands Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (925) 932-6330
  2. 2
    Office
    460 N Wiget Ln # B, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (925) 932-6330
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    Office
    6600 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (925) 932-6330
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    Office
    2400 Balfour Rd Ste 300, Brentwood, CA 94513 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (925) 240-2841

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Sutter Solano Medical Center
  • Northbay Medical Center
  • John Muir Health – Concord Medical Center
  • John Muir Health – Walnut Creek Medical Center

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Varicose Veins
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Abdominal Pain
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lung Cancer
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Carotid Artery Stent Placement
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Thoracentesis
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Varicose Vein Procedure
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    About Dr. Fernando Otero, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 41 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1346244183
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    Education & Certifications

    Internship
    • Kern Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Ca
    Medical Education

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Fernando Otero, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Otero is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Otero has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Otero has seen patients for Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD and PVD), and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Otero on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    4 patients have reviewed Dr. Otero. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Otero.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Otero, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Otero appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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