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Dr. Carlos San Mateo, MD, FACS, FASCRS

Dr. Carlos San Mateo, MD, FACS, FASCRS

Proctologist
455 O'Connor Dr, Ste. 270, San Jose, CA
5.00
“It was a great experience and treatment. Major complete pain relief, no further symptoms. Dr. San Mateo showed so much compassion and care throughout the entire process. He will always be my go-to doctor. :)”
JS
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100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“It was a great experience and treatment. Major complete pain relief, no further symptoms. Dr. San Mateo showed so much compassion and care throughout the entire process. He will always be my go-to doctor. :)”
JSLess than 6 months ago
“Very empathetic Dr. Efficient (no long waiting time). I like the fact that there's free coffee provided in the waiting area. Dr. Mateo did not rush me, listened attentively. I felt heard and seen. Would highly recommend him to anyone.”
JKLess than 6 months ago

About Dr. Carlos San Mateo

Carlos San Mateo, MD, MA, FACS, DABS, DipABLM, FASCRS is highly accomplished, triple board-certified in colorectal & general surgery and lifestyle medicine, renowned for his expertise in anorectal procedures and preventive cancer screening. With a distinguished educational background, including a Doctor of Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine, and a fellowship in Colon & Rectal Surgery from the University of South Florida, Dr. San Mateo has established himself as a leader in his field. He is the founder of Alkimiya Surgical Systems, PC. He currently serves as the Director of the Anal Dysplasia Clinic at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco where he spearheads advanced High Resolution Anoscopy (HRA) screening procedures for HPV-related anal cancer. He is also a member of the regional committee developing anal cancer screening guidelines for all of the KP members of Northern California. Dr. San Mateo's professional journey is marked by a series of prestigious roles and impactful contributions to colorectal surgery. He has held pivotal positions at Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical Center, where he was the primary colorectal surgery specialist for the entire Sonoma and Marin County service areas and also lead surgeon consultant for the Senior Surgical Care Program. At Kaiser Permanente Vallejo Medical Center, he cared for patients as a rectal cancer minimally invasive surgeon. His academic contributions include tenure as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Miami School of Medicine, where he played a vital role in educating and mentoring the next generation of surgeons and medical students. He was honored with the "Attending of the Year" teaching award by the general surgery chief residents. His commitment to advancing surgical practices is further evidenced by his numerous publications and presentations at national and international conferences.

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Popular visit reasons

Anal Cancer Screening
Anoscopy
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonic Polypectomy
Colonoscopy
Hemorrhoids
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
Surgery Consultation
Anal Cancer Screening
Anoscopy
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonic Polypectomy

Office location

Alkimiya Surgical Systems, PC
455 O'Connor Dr, Ste. 270, San Jose, CA 95128
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Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • El Camino Hospital
  • Good Samaritan Hospital
  • El Camino Hospital Los Gatos

Board certifications

  • American Board of Surgery
  • American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery

Education and training

  • Medical School - Boston University, Doctor of Medicine
  • The University of Arizona Medical Center, Residency in Surgery
  • University of South Florida, Fellowship in Colon and Rectal Surgery
  • University of Washington (Internship)

Professional memberships

  • American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
  • American College of Surgeons

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Tagalog

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1013159912

Patient reviews

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5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Visit was excellent! Dr. San mateo was fast and efficient and I felt very comfortable during my consultation.
Excellent - very informative & helpful would highly recommend if needed.
Very calm and pleasant. Everything was explained or answered.
Dr. San Mateo is very informative! He takes the time to listen so he can help you as much as humanly possible. I would highly recommend meeting him.
It was a great experience and treatment. Major complete pain relief, no further symptoms. Dr. San Mateo showed so much compassion and care throughout the entire process. He will always be my go-to doctor. :)
Very empathetic Dr. Efficient (no long waiting time). I like the fact that there's free coffee provided in the waiting area. Dr. Mateo did not rush me, listened attentively. I felt heard and seen. Would highly recommend him to anyone.
I had a wonderful visit. All my concerns were addressed. Dr. San Mateo did an excellent job & was super attentive to his patients. Will highly recommend to other people.
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Dr. Carlos San Mateo is affiliated with El Camino Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, and El Camino Hospital Los Gatos.

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Where is Dr. Carlos San Mateo's office located?

Dr. Carlos San Mateo's office is located at 455 O'Connor Dr, San Jose, CA 95128.

Which board certifications does Dr. Carlos San Mateo have?

Dr. Carlos San Mateo is certified by American Board of Surgery and American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Carlos San Mateo?

Dr. Carlos San Mateo frequently sees patients for Colon Cancer Screening, Colonoscopy, Hemorrhoids, Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI), and Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Carlos San Mateo on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Carlos San Mateo speak?

Dr. Carlos San Mateo speaks English and Tagalog.

How do patients rate Dr. Carlos San Mateo in reviews?

10 patients have reviewed Dr. Carlos San Mateo. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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