Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chu, Anesthesiologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Lawrence Chu, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Chu graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chu’s office at (650) 723-4000.
Where did Dr. Chu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Stanford University Program
Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca | Stanford University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Chu board certified in Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Chu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Chu speak?
Dr. Chu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chu treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chu diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Chu. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Which procedures does Dr. Chu perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lawrence Chu may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chu's office.
Does Dr. Chu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chu accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Chu in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health Plan
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Chu's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
The development of pediatric fluid resuscitation: an interview with Dr. Frederic A. 'Fritz' Berry
PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIA, 2014
Videos in clinical medicine: Laryngeal mask airway in medical emergencies.
New England jourl of medicine, 2013
Laryngeal Mask Airway in Medical Emergencies
NEW ENGLAND JOURL OF MEDICINE, 2013
Daily cytokine fluctuations, driven by leptin
JOURL OF TRANSLATIOL MEDICINE, 2013
Mobile computing in medical education: opportunities and challenges
CURRENT OPINION IN ANESTHESIOLOGY, 2012
Algesic tolerance without demonstrable opioid-induced hyperalgesia: a double-blinded, randomized
PAIN, 2012
Modulation of remifentanil-induced postinfusion hyperalgesia by the beta
PAIN, 2012
Information technology and its role in aesthesia training and continuing medical education.
Best practice & research. Clinical aesthesiology, 2012
Alysis of 4999 Online Physician Ratings Indicates That Most Patients Give Physicians a Favorable
JOURL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH, 2011
Prescription opioid algesics rapidly change the human brain
PAIN, 2011
A sensitive assay for the quantification of morphine and its active metabolites
ALYTICAL AND BIOALYTICAL CHEMISTRY, 2011
Self-Reported Information Needs of Anesthesia Residency Applicants
ANESTHESIA AND ALGESIA, 2011
The Endogenous Opioid System Is Not Involved in Modulation of Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia
JOURL OF PAIN, 2011
Learning magement systems and lecture capture in the medical academic environment.
Intertiol anesthesiology clinics, 2010
The role of social networking applications in the medical academic environment.
Intertiol anesthesiology clinics, 2010
Finite element modeling of subcutaneous implantable defibrillator electrodes in an adult torso
HEART RHYTHM, 2010
Anesthesia 2.0: Internet
CURRENT OPINION IN ANESTHESIOLOGY, 2010
Bilateral infraorbital nerve blocks decre
CADIAN JOURL OF AESTHESIA-JOURL CADIEN D ANESTHESIE, 2009
Anesthesia-controlled time
JOURL OF CLINICAL ANESTHESIA, 2009
No evidence for the development of acute tolerance to algesic
PAIN, 2009
From mouse to man: the 5-HT3 receptor modulates physical dependence on opioid rcotics
PHARMACOGENETICS AND GENOMICS, 2009
Overview on Clinical Features of Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia.
Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia., 2009
Ondansetron: an effective treatment for the withdrawal symptoms of opioids?
Therapy, 2009
Molecular Basis and Clinical Implications of Opioid Tolerance and Opioid-induced Hyperalgesia
Acute Pain Magement, Cambridge University Press, New York, New York
Reduced Cold Pain Tolerance in Chronic Pain Patients Following Opioid Detoxification
PAIN MEDICINE, 2008
Opioid-induced hyperalgesia in humans - Molecular mechanisms and clinical considerations
CLINICAL JOURL OF PAIN, 2008
Comparative evaluation of noninvasive compression adjuncts for hemostasis in percutaneous arterial
JOURL OF VASCULAR AND INTERVENTIOL RADIOLOGY, 2008
Comparison of supplementation rates for perivascular axillary
Ambulatory Surgery, 2008
Ketamine does not increase pulmory vascular resistance
ANESTHESIA AND ALGESIA, 2007
Single-dose, extended-release epidural morphine (DepoDur (TM)) compared to conventiol epidural
ANESTHESIA AND ALGESIA, 2007
Modified and conventiol ultrafiltration during pediatric cardiac surgery
JOURL OF THORACIC AND CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY, 2006
Scheduling elective pediatric procedures that require anesthesia: The perspective of parents
ANESTHESIA AND ALGESIA, 2006
Valdecoxib for postoperative pain magement after cesarean delivery: A randomized, double-blind
ANESTHESIA AND ALGESIA, 2006
Communication in critical care environments: Mobile telephones improve patient care
ANESTHESIA AND ALGESIA, 2006
Opioid tolerance and hyperalgesia in chronic pain patients after one month of oral morphine therapy
JOURL OF PAIN, 2006
Successful thoracoscopic repair of esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula
ANESTHESIA AND ALGESIA, 2005
A comparison of three methods for estimating appropriate tracheal tube depth in children
PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIA, 2005
Clinical Anesthesiology Board Review
McGraw-Hill Medical Publishing
Different molecular forms of uncomplexed prostate specific antigen
JOURL OF UROLOGY, 1999
Evolution of web site design: implications for medical education on the Internet
COMPUTERS IN BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE, 1998
Adherence of mononuclear cells to endothelium in vitro is increased in patients with NIDDM
DIABETES CARE, 1997
One-step HPLC purification procedure for porcine brain 90-kDa heat shock protein
PROTEIN EXPRESSION AND PURIFICATION, 1997
MICROTUBULE MOVEMENT BY A BIOTITED KINESIN BOUND TO A STREPTAVIDIN-COATED SURFACE
JOURL OF BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY, 1994
What is Dr. Chu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962567693.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chu
What is Dr. Lawrence Chu's specialty?
Dr. Chu is a Anesthesiologist near Stanford, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Chu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Chu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chu is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Lawrence Chu accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Chu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Chu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Chu?
Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Chu have?
Dr. Lawrence Chu is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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