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Dr. Laura Machado, MD

Dr. Laura Machado, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Laura Machado, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Sacramento, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of California, Davis School of Medicine in 1995. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Methodist Hospital of Sacramento and Mercy San Juan Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

5769 Greenback Ln Ste 1 Sacramento, CA 95841
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(916) 338-7200

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Machado specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Machado's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Machado

3.5

24 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
54%
54%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
13%
13%
1 Star
25%
25%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Andrea Williams – Dec 08, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Amber – Dec 02, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Brandee Leonhardt – Aug 26, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Johnny in Sacramento, CA – Mar 09, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Stephen in Citrus Heights, CA – Aug 13, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 02, 2018
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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
16 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 22, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sacramento, CA – Nov 05, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Denise in Valley Springs, CA – Mar 24, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
17 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 17, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Laura Machado, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Sacramento, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of California, Davis School of Medicine in 1995. She is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Bariatric Surgery

  • General Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Montefiore Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003

  • University Of California Davis Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • University Of California

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • University Of California, Davis School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Sacramento Bariatric Medical Associates P C.5769 Greenback Ln Ste 1 Sacramento, CA 95841
1

Practice

Mercy San Juan Medical Center6501 Coyle Ave Carmichael, CA 95608
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Medical Center Redding

    2175 Rosaline Ave
    Redding, CA 96001

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy San Juan Medical Center

    6501 Coyle Ave
    Carmichael, CA 95608
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital

    155 Glasson Way
    Grass Valley, CA 95945
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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