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Dr. Sean Cao, MD

Dr. Sean Cao, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Sean Cao, MD is a general surgeon in Fountain Valley, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1990. He is affiliated with MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

9940 Talbert Ave Ste 204 Fountain Valley, CA 92708

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Dr. Cao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cao

3.4
14 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Excellent Doctor & Surgeon
Dr Cao is an excellent surgeon. He explains in great detail your health situation and any risk involved. He saved my life. I had a huge cyst that was in my liver. He had concerns about this rupturing. After my surgery, he checked on me by visiting me twice. He also made sure i had a follow up check up with him. In my follow up with him, he made sure I understood the surgery and follow up care I need to be aware. He is a great doctor!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Rahra57 – Oct 09, 2024
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Excellent surgeon
Dr. Cal performed a whipple surgery on me and the after care was impressive. Have dealt with a lot of doctors and surgeons and he is definitely one of the best. He definitely saved my life.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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Feb 20, 2023
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Dr saved my life
Dr removed cancerous tumor close to dangerous part of my liver. we met with him and procedure happened days after. I can not thank you enough for saving my life and restoring me back to my family. I’m now home healing… again god bless you Dr.
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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Roger Alvarado – Sep 10, 2022
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I was recommended to Dr Cao by my doctors. He performed a Whipple procedure to remove a tumor and repair other problems. He was very precise. The after care was very attentive. He followed my progress daily until I was stable. I feel better than I have felt in a long time. This was during covid-19 pandemic. He contacted my wife until I was able to speak with her myself. I would have no problem recommending him to anyone.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Muirtty – Dec 05, 2020
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Excellent Doctor he is knowledgeable,skillful, trustworthy, and caring. He saved my life when the other Doctors missed. I highly recommend this dr. to anyone. He will save your life, and give u the best care possible.
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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May 30, 2020
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Dr. Cao did two major surgeries on my brother resulting in organ failure and dead. He discharged my brother telling us that he was getting better instead of telling us the truth that his organs were failing.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Mar 24, 2018
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EDG on April 9, 2014 and was on Dr. Cao's table on April 16th. I found him through healthcare colleagues. And the outcome was excellent. I had no unexpected outcomes. My pain was very well managed. I was home in six days. It was Stage IIb. One lymph node out of 10. I am almost 3 1/2 years out. My CTs are stable with no measurable lesions after 18 cycles. He told me "the horse is out of the barn." I knew the statistics and I know how fortunate I am. Dr. Cao is part of my success.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Richard Kleinman in Denver, CO – Sep 01, 2017
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Dr. Sean Cao, MD is a general surgeon in Fountain Valley, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1990. He is affiliated with MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center.

  • General Surgery

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  • State University Of New York At Buffalo

    Medical School, 1990
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Locations

Practice

Parkinsons Movement & Disorder Medical Group Inc.9940 Talbert Ave Ste 204 Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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Practice

Fountain Valley Regional Hospital17100 Euclid St Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center

    18111 Brookhurst St
    Fountain Valley, CA 92708
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    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

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

    2% lower than the national average

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