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Dr. Oliver Lao, MD

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Dr. Oliver Lao, MD
5.0 (159 Ratings)

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Dr. Oliver Lao, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Hollywood, FL.
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Dr. Oliver Lao, MD

General Surgery*
Hollywood, FL
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Oliver Lao, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Hollywood, FL.
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Dr. Oliver Lao, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Hollywood, FL. They graduated from Vanderbilt University. They currently practice at Memorial Division of Pediatric General Surgery and are affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital. Dr. Lao has experience treating conditions like Appendicitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lao received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 159 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lao is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

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Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

Locations

  1. 1 Memorial Division of Pediatric General Surgery
    1150 N 35th Ave Ste 555, Hollywood, FL 33021
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Memorial Division of Pediatric General Surgery
    5830 Coral Ridge Dr Ste 140, Coral Springs, FL 33076
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3 Memorial Division of Pediatric General Surgery
    1865 N Corporate Lakes Blvd Ste 1, Weston, FL 33326
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Experience and Background Check

Appendicitis
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Appendicitis
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Intestinal Obstruction
Umbilical Hernia
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Biliary Atresia
Brain Injury
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Gallstones
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hidradenitis
Hirschsprung's Disease
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Atresia
Lipomas
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Malignant Schwannoma
Meckel's Diverticulum
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Pelvic Abscess
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Rectovaginal Fistula
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Colostomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Erythropoietin Test
Excision
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Excision of Breast Tumor
Frenectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Leukemia Diagnostic Evaluations
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Lymphoma Evaluation
Nephrectomy
Nephrectomy with Robotic Assist
Open Appendectomy
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Orchiectomy
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Pyloromyotomy
Renal Transplant
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Tracheal Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lao
5.0
Based on 159 Reviews
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4 Stars (2)
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2 Stars (0)
1 Star (0)

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Apr 22, 2024
Dr. Lao is truly talented and caring surgeon, one of a kind. He saved our daughter’s life for which we are forever grateful. If you found this doctor, consider yourself very lucky!
Melomed family — Apr 22, 2024
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  • Memorial Consumer Health Plan (MCHP)
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  • Molina
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Commercial PPO
  • MMA Medicaid
  • Selecthealth
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  • Standard
  • Neighborhood Health Partnership (NHP)
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital physicians provide a wide variety of high-quality medical and surgical services with clinical expertise and a focus on compassionate, patient- and family-centered care in a child-friendly atmosphere.

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Oliver Lao, MD is a general surgery specialist in Hollywood, FL. He specializes in General Surgery and Pediatric Surgery.
Biography
Specialties*
General Surgery
Pediatric Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Vanderbilt University
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery and Pediatric Surgery
Board Certifications
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Oliver Lao, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lao's profile.

Dr. Oliver Lao, MD is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Oliver Lao, MD holds board certification in General Surgery and Pediatric Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Memorial Regional Hospital

    3501 Johnson St, Hollywood, FL

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