Sarah Choi, MD

Colon and Rectal Surgery
Accepting New Patients

Locations

Photo of Santa Clarita - Colorectal Surgery
place
25751 McBean Pkwy. Suite 200 Suite 200, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
phone
Photo of Los Angeles - Colorectal Surgery
place
1450 San Pablo St. HC4 - Suite 6200 HC4 - Suite 6200, Los Angeles, CA 90033
phone
schedule

Monday - Friday

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Photo of Glendale - Surgery
place
1808 Verdugo Blvd. Suite 404 Suite 404, Glendale, CA 91208
phone

Provider Details

Languages Spoken
English, Korean
Gender
Female
About Sarah Choi, MD

Sarah Choi, MD, is a surgeon at Keck Medicine of USC, who specializes in treating benign and malignant colon and rectal diseases, including diverticulitis, complex polyps, colon and rectal cancer, anal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Dr. Choi also sees patients for pilonidal disease, pelvic floor disorders and anorectal disorders, such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures and fistulas. She is highly experienced in minimally invasive surgical techniques, including robotic-assisted procedures, laparoscopic surgery and advanced endoscopy.

Dr. Choi sees people during their most vulnerable and challenging times and treats all patients as if they were her own family members. She strives to make all her patients feel comfortable and understood. Dr. Choi prioritizes education and takes the time to ensure each patient understands their condition and treatment options. She works collaboratively with her patients to design treatment plans that fit their individual needs.

Her research is focused on improving minimally invasive techniques for colon and rectal surgery, as well as advancing treatments for IBD and diverticulitis. Dr. Choi has presented her research findings at national conferences and published multiple peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. She is an assistant professor of clinical surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, teaching the most innovative techniques to the next generation of physicians.

Dr. Choi earned her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed her general surgery residency at the Cleveland Clinic. She then went on to complete her fellowship training in colorectal surgery at Keck Medicine and Los Angeles General, formerly known as Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center.

Outside of work, Dr. Choi is passionate about traveling and exploring different cultures and cuisines. She especially loves the local food and culture scene in Southern California, with its diverse population and myriad of things to see and do. She competed as a classical pianist throughout her childhood and still enjoys playing piano. Dr. Choi is fluent in both English and Korean.

“On a practical level, I believe in using minimally invasive techniques whenever I can, so my patients can return to their families and their normal lives as soon as possible. It is just as important to provide empathetic, supportive care throughout their health care journey.”

Experience

Specialties
  • Colon and Rectal Surgery
Academic Title
Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery

Insurances Accepted

Note: Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.

Benefits among health plans and employers vary. Please contact your health plan to verify benefits and network providers for specific products. It is important to note that not all of our providers participate in all of a health plan's products or networks.

  • Aetna
  • Watchtower
  • Medicare
  • Health Net
  • Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital
  • Health Net Covered California
  • Anthem Blue Cross Covered California
  • TriWest Healthcare Alliance (UHC)
  • Beech Street Corporation /WC
  • Interplan
  • ChoiceCare Network
  • Anthem Blue Cross Prudent Buyer
  • Blue Shield Covered California
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Health Plans of Nevada
  • CIGNA
  • Kern Health Systems
  • Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers Health & Welfare
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Marian Health Services
  • MultiPlan
  • First Health
  • NEXT
  • Pacificare
  • GEHA
  • Private Health Care Systems
  • Great-West Healthcare of California, Inc.
  • Take Care (GUAM)
  • Brand New Day
  • Union Roofers Health & Welfare Fund
  • United Healthcare
  • USC Network

Ratings and Reviews

  • Provider Explanations Easy to Understand
  • Provider Gave Easy to Understand Instructions
  • Provider Showed Respect
  • Provider Listened Carefully
  • Provider Knew Medical History
  • Provider Spent Enough Time

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