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Who is Dr. Gertner, Trauma Surgeon in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Michael Gertner, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Gertner graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Gertner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gertner’s office at (408) 885-5000.
Where did Dr. Gertner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, General Surgery
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Gertner board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Gertner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Gertner speak?
Dr. Gertner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Gertner typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, conditions treated by Dr. Michael Gertner may include:
Please contact Dr. Gertner'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. Gertner typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Gertner may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Gertner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gertner accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Gertner's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Gertner's office located?
What is Dr. Gertner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gertner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477517902.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gertner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gertner
What is Dr. Michael Gertner's specialty?
Dr. Gertner is a Trauma Surgeon near San Jose, 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. Michael Gertner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gertner 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 Michael Gertner accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Gertner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Gertner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gertner's office at (408) 885-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Gertner?
Please contact Dr. Gertner's office at (408) 885-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Gertner have?
Dr. Michael Gertner is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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