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- Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO
Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO
Offers telehealth
Overview of Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO
Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in La Jolla, CA. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 14 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine and is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and Sharp Memorial Hospital. Dr. Schultzel, completed a residency at Palisades Hospital|University of California School of Medicine - San Diego. Patients rated Dr. Schultzel an average 4.8 star rating.
Dr. Schultzel works at
Dr. Schultzel's Office Locations
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Telehealth Medical Group4150 Regents Park Row, La Jolla, CA 92037 Directions (858) 207-3117
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Comprehensive Dermatology Group477 N El Camino Real Ste C204, Encinitas, CA 92024 Directions (858) 207-3117
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John B. Seradj M.d. Inc.477 N El Camino Real Ste A308, Encinitas, CA 92024 Directions (760) 436-8881
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Temecula Valley Digestive Disease Consultants A Medical Corp.28078 Baxter Rd Ste 530, Murrieta, CA 92563 Directions (858) 207-3117
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Admitting Hospitals
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Admitting hospitals are where the provider is credentialed to see patients, perform procedures, and send patients for continuous care.
- Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
- Sharp Memorial Hospital
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- First Health
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- Humana
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About Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO
- Colorectal Surgery
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- 14 years of experience
- English, Spanish
- 1306123229
Education & Certifications
- Methodist Hospital|University T Houston Hermann Hospital
- Palisades Hospital|University of California School of Medicine - San Diego
- Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine
- General Surgery
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Dr. Schultzel accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.
Dr. Schultzel has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.
Dr. Schultzel works at
Dr. Schultzel has seen patients for Umbilical Hernia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Schultzel on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.
Dr. Schultzel speaks Spanish.
139 patients have reviewed Dr. Schultzel. 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. Schultzel.
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