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Dr. Mark Takata, MD

General Surgery*
3.9 (18)
Map Pin Small La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Mark Takata, MD

Dr. Mark Takata, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in La Jolla, CA. They specialize in General Surgery, has 23 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine and is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Takata an average 3.9 star rating.

Dr. Takata works at Mercy Physicians Medical Group,Scripps Clinic in La Jolla, CA with other offices in Encinitas, CA and San Diego, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Inguinal Hernia and Umbilical Hernia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross 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. Takata's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Scripps Clinic
    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 554-7100
  2. 2
    Scripps Clinic
    326 Santa Fe Dr # 2, Encinitas, CA 92024 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 633-7240
  3. 3
    Office
    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd # 213, La Jolla, CA 92037 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 554-8984
  4. 4
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    326 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 633-6919
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    Office
    12395 El Camino Real Ste 317, San Diego, CA 92130 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 794-1250

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  • Scripps Green Hospital

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Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair

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.
Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Abdominal Pain
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Appendicitis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Lipomas
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Stomach Cancer
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Adrenal Gland 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
Bladder Diverticulum
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Jejunum Cancer
Lung Cancer
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Acid Reflux Surgery
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Anoscopy
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Appendectomy
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Colectomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Excision
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Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
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    3.9
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    Based on 18 ratings
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    About Dr. Mark Takata, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 23 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1346207289
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Mark Takata, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Takata is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Takata has seen patients for Inguinal Hernia and Umbilical Hernia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Takata on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    18 patients have reviewed Dr. Takata. The overall rating for this provider is 3.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Takata.

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