
Dr. Louis J Katzman M.D.
Surgeon
9888 Genesee Ave La Jolla CA, 92037About
Dr. Louis Katzman is a general surgeon practicing in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Katzman specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Katzman provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Vanderbilt Univ Sch of Med, Nashville Tn 1972
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
Provider Details
Dr. Louis J Katzman M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Louis J Katzman M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- Reasons Why You Need Hernia Surgery
Nowadays, the majority of hernia surgical operations are carried out as outpatient procedures. Hernia surgery is a common treatment which is less invasive and is associated with minimal risks. There are two types of hernia surgery; open repair and laparoscopic. Both methods of surgery take a few...
- What are the Surgeries Used in Treating Gallstones?
Right below the liver is a small sac known as the gallbladder. Its function is to hold bile until it is required. The bile helps in the digestion/breakdown of fats. When fats are noticed by the gallbladder, it pushes the bile concentrate towards the small intestine through contractions.Bile pigment,...
- Scapula and Winged Scapula: Anatomy, Function, Injuries, and Defects
Anatomy of the ScapulaThe scapula is a triangular flat bone, which is also known as the shoulder blade. It lies in the upper back between the second and eighth rib. It connects the upper limb to the trunk and articulates with the humerus or upper arm bone. The articulation takes place at the...
- Hysterectomy: What to Expect During Your Recovery
Though a hysterectomy is categorized as a major operation, more women are going under the knife for it than before, and this is mainly due to less intrusive surgical procedures that lower the pain involved, shorten surgical scars, and speed up recovery.In abdominal surgery, a T-shaped surgical...
- What is a Neck Lift?
The neck often ages at a more rapid rate, compared to the face. Moreover, the neck is a very delicate area, and if you put on any extra pounds, fat tends to store there. Although you may have put in the effort to lose any extra weight you may have gained, the neck is the last part of the body that...
- How is the Recovery for a Cholecystectomy?
How long does it take for you to recover from a cholecystectomy? The length of the recovery period depends on whether you had a laparoscopic or open cholecystectomy. Many people who have keyhole surgery are released from the hospital the same day of the surgery. It may take up to 2 weeks for these...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Louis Rivera M.D.5020 34th St San Diego CA 92116
- Mr. Laurence K. Tanaka MD4060 4th Avenue San Diego California 92103
- Dr. Yan T. Ortiz-Pomales MD FACS M.D.34800 BOB WILSON DR SAN DIEGO CA 92134
- Dr. Elizabeth Revesz M.D.15611 Pomerado Rd Poway CA 92064
- Dr. Glenn G. Soppe M.D.345 saxony rd ste. 204 Encinitas NY 92024
- Dr. Michael Roushdy Khalil M.D., F.A.C.S.8705 COMPLEX DR SAN DIEGO CA 92123
Nearest Hospitals
SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LA JOLLAl
9888 GENESEE AVENUE LA JOLLA CA 92037SCRIPPS GREEN HOSPITALl
10666 NORTH TORREY PINES ROAD LA JOLLA CA 92037SHARP MEMORIAL HOSPITALl
7901 FROST ST SAN DIEGO CA 92123SHARP MEMORIAL HOSPITALl
7901 FROST ST SAN DIEGO CA 92123KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL - SAN DIEGOl
4647 ZION AVE SAN DIEGO CA 92120SHARP MEMORIAL HOSPITALl
7901 FROST ST SAN DIEGO CA 92123SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LA JOLLAl
9888 GENESEE AVENUE LA JOLLA CA 92037