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Dr. Brian Lugo, MD

Dr. Brian Lugo, MD

Critical Care Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Lugo, MD is a critical care surgery specialist in Pasadena, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from City University of New York School of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Marian Regional Medical Center and Huntington Hospital.

4 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

1044 S Fair Oaks Ave # 101 Pasadena, CA 91105

Make an Appointment

(626) 768-4415

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lugo specializes in the area of Critical Care Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Lugo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lugo

4.0
19 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
74%
74%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
5%
5%
1 star
21%
21%

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He saved my life a year ago. I was very sick and he stuck by me for literally months to keep checking in on me. And, he will be doing my ostomy reversal on June 5th. Awesome guy with an awesome attitude.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sandra Cox – Jun 01, 2024
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He is very caring, takes time to talk, and has done excellent work to repair a ruptured colon. I trust him immensely.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Prof. N Murphy – Dec 19, 2023
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Best trauma surgeon at Huntington hospital
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sima – May 10, 2020
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Dr lugo operated on me in an emergency gall bladder removal surgery recently. I feel lucky to have been under his care. It was late at night and yet he took time to explain the procedure to me beforehand and performed a life saving surgery on me with very little notice. I am impressed. This guy saved my life. Thank you sincerely Dr Lugo
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Tina Schaefer – Aug 07, 2019
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For what was going on it was a good experience . Dr Lugo thoroughly discussed my emergency surgery with me the day after it happened . He is professional with a great sense of humor . The office staff was welcoming at my follow up . No complaints . Just hope I never get bitten by a shark again :(
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
May 12, 2018
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He could be the best in the area but when it comes to his office staff, billing and bed side manner there are far better doctors. If he wasn't directly connected to a hospital he would be 100% out of business.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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John in La Canada, CA – Aug 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Brian Lugo, MD is a critical care surgery specialist in Pasadena, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from City University of New York School of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Marian Regional Medical Center and Huntington Hospital.

  • Critical Care Surgery

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  • City University Of New York School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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Critical Care Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Isaac Benjamin Paz MD Inc1044 S Fair Oaks Ave # 101 Pasadena, CA 91105
1
Wes J. Powell MD Inc.950 S Arroyo Pkwy Fl 3 Pasadena, CA 91105
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Huntington Hospital

    100 W California Blvd
    Pasadena, CA 91105
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Marian Regional Medical Center

    1400 E Church St
    Santa Maria, CA 93454
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating pulmonary embolism, respiratory system failure, sepsis, and diabetic emergencies

    Critical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating pulmonary embolism, respiratory system failure, sepsis, and diabetic emergencies

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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