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Dr. John Lipham, MD

General Surgery* Age 57
Dr. John Lipham, MD
4.4 (22 Ratings)

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Dr. John Lipham, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Los Angeles, CA.
Dr. John Lipham, MD
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Dr. John Lipham, MD

General Surgery* Age 57
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. John Lipham, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Los Angeles, CA.

About

Dr. John Lipham, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Los Angeles, CA and has 29 years experience. They graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1995 and completed a residency at University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach and Keck Hospital of USC. Dr. Lipham has experience treating conditions like Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lipham received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 22 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lipham also speaks Spanish. Dr. Lipham is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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These providers are on the medical staff of Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley Hospital.
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Barrett's Esophagus
Esophageal Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Acid Reflux Surgery
Abdominal Pain
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Constipation
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Umbilical Hernia
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Abdominal Hernia
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bladder Cancer
Bladder Diverticulum
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Crohn's Disease
ENT Cancer
Esophageal Dilation
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Stricture
Esophageal Ulcer
Foregut Disorders
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gastric Cancer, Borrmann 4
Gastroenterologic Cancer (Colon, Stomach, Esophageal, Liver)
Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors
Gynecologic Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypothalamus Cancer
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Cancer
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Malignant Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peritoneal Cancer
Pineal Region Tumors
Pleural Effusion
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Prostate Cancer
Pyloric Stenosis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer, Familial
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Tongue Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Uterine Cancer
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Appendectomy
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
Endoscopic Ultrasound
Endoscopic Zenker's Diverticulum Surgery
Endoscopy
Esophageal pH Monitoring
Esophageal Stenting
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagostomy
Excision
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Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrointestinal Surgery
Gastrotomy
Hemigastrectomy
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Spinal Nerve Block
Thoracentesis
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Advantage-CA PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Select PPO
  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Health Net PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Dohenny Eye Medical Group
    1450 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033
  2. 2 Hoag-USC Surgical Center for Digestive Disease
    520 Superior Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663
  3. 3 Hoag Executive Health
    500 Superior Ave Ste 100, Newport Beach, CA 92663
  4. 4 Keck Hospital of Usc
    1500 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033
  5. 5 Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
    1 Hoag Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92663
  6. 6 USC University Hospital
    1510 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lipham
4.4
Based on 22 Reviews
5 Stars (18)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

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May 13, 2021
Miracle worker!!!! BEST DR IVE BEEN TREATED BY AND IVE BEEN TO MANY!! Absolutely fantastic. This man is a miracle worker, an Angel amongst us. Saved my life from stage 3 esophageal cancer and he and his team have continued the absolute best treatment for 3 years since the esophagectomy he performed on me.
Mark — May 13, 2021
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. John Lipham, MD is a general surgery specialist in Los Angeles, CA and has over 28 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1995. He specializes in General Surgery and Surgical Oncology.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
General Surgery
Surgical Oncology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine
    1996
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine
    2000
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Southern California / Keck School of Medicine|USC
    2001
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Lipham, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lipham's profile.

Dr. Lipham frequently treats the following conditions: Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Lipham, MD is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach and Keck Hospital of USC.

Yes, Dr. John Lipham, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

    1 Hoag Dr, Newport Beach, CA

  • Keck Hospital of USC

    1500 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA