What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.62
Average wait time
4.43
Bedside manner
4.65
“Highly recommended, she made me feel really comfortable and explained my situation clear. She came in with a BIG SMILE made my nervousness disappear. Looking forward to my next appointment. Front desk staff was respectful and made sure all my concerns were answered. And her MA remembered me from two weeks ago when I came in as a walk-in.”
Shinetta O.August 8, 2023
“She listen to what was going on with me. Very good doctor. Will take great care of you. Will recommend to my friends and family.”
Kimberly W.September 4, 2015
About Dr. Lixana Vega Vega
Born in Puerto Rico, Dr. Vega Vega knew that she wanted to become a surgeon by age 14. The idea of treating, and possibly curing a disease by performing surgery intrigued her from a very young age. After completing high school in her hometown of Cayey, she attended the University of Puerto Rico, where she graduated with honors, with a major in Biology.
Dr. Vega Vega attended the UCC Medical School where she became a member of the Alpha-Omega-Alpha Honor Medical Society. During medical school, she participated in surgical rotations at the University of South Florida at Tampa General Hospital (Tampa, Florida) and Emory University at Grady Memorial Hospital (Atlanta, Georgia).
Dr. Vega Vega completed her General Surgery residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. During residency, she gained experience in various disciplines within general surgery. From treating patients that had undergone severe trauma at Kings County Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) in Brooklyn, NY to treating cancer, with surgical rotations at the world-renowned Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in Manhattan, NY.
It was during surgery residency that Dr. Vega Vega developed a special interest in Breast Surgery. She finds it highly rewarding to treat women who are undergoing breast cancer. She treats breast cancer, as well as benign or non-cancerous breast conditions.
Dr. Vega Vega also has a special interest in Minimally Invasive Surgery, since it may provide patients with a faster recovery from surgery and excellent cosmetic results. She performs laparoscopic repair of hernias, as well as laparoscopic removal of the gallbladder and laparoscopic removal of the appendix for acute appendicitis.
Dr. Vega Vega also performs surgery for perianal conditions like hemorrhoids, anal fissures or fistulas; skin lesions, soft tissue masses, and chemotherapy port placement.
Is this doctor in your insurance network?
Enter your insurance carrier and plan
choose insurance
In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Office location
Dr. Lixana Vega Vega, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Surgery
Education and training
- Medical School - Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
- State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, Residency in General Surgery
- Universidad de Puerto Rico (Bachelor’s)
Awards and publications
- Surgical Management of Breast Cancer - Comparison of Historical Surgical Management of Breast Cancer with Current Standards of Care. August 2009
- Lung Angiosarcoma - Case Presentation of Patient with Recurrent Massive Hemothorax from a Lung Angiosarcoma. May 2009.
- Jejunoileal Atresia - Embryologic Basis of Disease and Current Surgical Management. Review of the Pathophysiology of Jejunoileal Atresias. Comparison with Duodenal Artresias, Clinical presentation and Surgical Management, March 2010
Languages spoken
- English
- French
- Spanish
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1790963775
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.62
Wait time
4.43
Bedside manner
4.65
Your trust is our top concern, so providers can't pay to alter or remove reviews. We also don't publish reviews that contain any private patient health information. Learn more here
26 reviews
Most relevant
She seems pushy to do surgery and seemed annoyed when I asked detailed questions
Not a fan
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very helpful, she was informative in getting me the best health care need. Very kind Dr.
More than 1 year agoPriscilla G.Verified patient
I feel its Very easy and comfortable setting up an appointment with Zocdoc.
February 1, 2023Talia H.Verified patientVideo visit
She was very professional and friendly. Information was very well explained.
April 22, 2014Victoria B.Verified patient
Highly recommended, she made me feel really comfortable and explained my situation clear. She came in with a BIG SMILE made my nervousness disappear. Looking forward to my next appointment. Front desk staff was respectful and made sure all my concerns were answered. And her MA remembered me from two weeks ago when I came in as a walk-in.
August 8, 2023Shinetta O.Verified patient
Very nice doctor and stuff
November 4, 2022Nalya S.Verified patient
She hardly spent a few minutes with me and made her office assistant call me for further details regarding the surgery and this assistant did not discuss the available options for surgery. I was operated upon at a hospital when the same procedure could have been done in-office.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
She listen to what was going on with me. Very good doctor. Will take great care of you. Will recommend to my friends and family.
September 4, 2015Kimberly W.Verified patient
Best doctor ever. She is very professional. Would highly recommend her to friends and family. I have to have surgery. Her office found an outpatient office that I could afford since my insurance would not cover it.
August 25, 2015Kimberly W.Verified patient
Best doc ever
April 15, 2014Gina M.Verified patient
Love..love..love Dr. Vega Vega
More than 1 year agoJF
March 13, 2024Stephanie R.Verified patient
February 22, 2024Amber R.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
February 28, 2023Laura S.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
December 3, 2022Meredith D.Verified patientVideo visit
November 9, 2022Neysa B.Verified patient
June 29, 2017Initials hidden
December 13, 2016Marcus Z.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
August 27, 2014James H.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoHarun V.Verified patient
October 16, 2013Initials hidden
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Lixana Vega Vega?
Generally, Dr. Lixana Vega Vega has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Vega Vega's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Lixana Vega Vega accepting new patients?
Dr. Lixana Vega Vega generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Vega Vega's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Lixana Vega Vega accept my insurance?
Choose your insurance plan to verify if Dr. Vega Vega is in-network.
Can I make an appointment with Dr. Lixana Vega Vega online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Vega Vega using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Dr. Lixana Vega Vega work with?
Dr. Lixana Vega Vega works with Vega Surgical Group.
Where is Dr. Lixana Vega Vega's office located?
Dr. Lixana Vega Vega has 2 office locations in Houston, view full addresses on Dr. Vega Vega's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lixana Vega Vega have?
Dr. Lixana Vega Vega is certified by American Board of Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Lixana Vega Vega?
Dr. Lixana Vega Vega frequently sees patients for Abnormal Breast MRI, Abnormal Mammogram, Breast Surgery, Screening Mammogram (No Breast Cancer Symptoms), and Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Lixana Vega Vega on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Lixana Vega Vega speak?
Dr. Lixana Vega Vega speaks English, French, and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Lixana Vega Vega in reviews?
26 patients have reviewed Dr. Lixana Vega Vega. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.62/5. They have a 4.65/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.43/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.