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Dr. Marc Sakwa, MD

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Dr. Marc Sakwa, MD
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Dr. Marc Sakwa, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Long Beach, CA.
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Dr. Marc Sakwa, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
Long Beach, CA
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience
Dr. Marc Sakwa, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Long Beach, CA.
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Dr. Marc Sakwa, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Long Beach, CA and has 44 years experience. They graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1980 and completed a residency at New York University Hospital.They currently practice at MemorialCare Medical Group - Long Beach and are affiliated with MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center, MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center, MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center and MemorialCare Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach. At present, Dr. Sakwa received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Sakwa is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 MemorialCare Medical Group - Long Beach
    2888 Long Beach Blvd Ste 165, Long Beach, CA 90806
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Experience and Background Check

Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Partial Lung Collapse
Systolic Heart Failure
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Maze Procedure
Mitral Valve Surgery
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Aneurysm
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Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Diseases
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial Septal Defect
Biventricular Heart Failure
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Endocarditis
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Lung Cancer
Mediastinal Tumors
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Pericardial Disease
Pleural Effusion
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Septal Defect
Subacute Endocarditis
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Aortic Repair
Aortic Valve Surgery
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Atherectomy
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Heart Defect Repair
Impella Device
Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Mitral Valve Prosthetic Implantation
Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Replacement
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Resection of Cardiac Tumor
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Tricuspid Valve Surgery

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4.3
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May 16, 2022
Appreciated his honesty about the surgery and his medical technology.
Marlee Calder — May 16, 2022
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • Our goal is to provide medical services that enhance the health of the people and communities we serve We are committed to providing the care you need when and where you need it at a low cost and with excellence We re here to be your partner in care promoting wellness preventing sickness and providing the best possible outcomes
Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Marc Sakwa, MD is a cardiothoracic surgery specialist in Long Beach, CA and has over 43 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1980. He specializes in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
Biography
Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
    1980
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Brigham and Womens Hospital
    1981
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • New York University Hospital
    1987
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Marc Sakwa, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Sakwa's profile.

Dr. Marc Sakwa, MD is affiliated with MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center, MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center, MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center and MemorialCare Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach.

Yes, Dr. Marc Sakwa, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Dr. Sakwa has over 44 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center

    18111 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA

  • MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center

    24451 Health Center Dr, Laguna Hills, CA

  • MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center

    2801 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA

  • MemorialCare Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach

    2801 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA

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