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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Racek, Trauma Surgeon in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Edward Racek, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Racek completed his residency at Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, General Surgery; Yale New Haven Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Racek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Racek’s office at (619) 482-0082.
Where did Dr. Racek go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, General Surgery; Yale New Haven Hosp, General Surgery | Cmdnj-Rutgers
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj
Is Dr. Racek board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Edward Racek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Racek speak?
Dr. Racek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Racek typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, conditions treated by Dr. Edward Racek may include:
Please contact Dr. Racek's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Racek typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Racek may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Racek's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Racek accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Racek's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Racek's office located?
Dr. Edward Racek's Primary Practice
750 Medical Center Ct Ste 5
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 482-0082
What is Dr. Racek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Racek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851362552.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Racek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Racek
What is Dr. Edward Racek's specialty?
Dr. Racek is a Trauma Surgeon near Chula Vista, CA.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Edward Racek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Racek is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Edward Racek accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Racek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Racek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Racek's office at (619) 482-0082 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Racek?
Please contact Dr. Racek's office at (619) 482-0082 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Racek have?
Dr. Edward Racek is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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