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Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO

Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO

Colorectal Surgeon
28078 Baxter Rd, Ste 530, Murrieta, CA
As the highest-volume robotic general and colorectal surgeon in Southern California, Dr. Matthew Schultzel specializes in surgically removing large masses with very small incisions. Dr. Schultzel attended the University of California, San Diego for his undergraduate studies, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. He received his medical degree from the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine-California. While Dr. Schultzel’s area of expertise is minimally invasive colorectal surgery, his passion for treating the whole patient is what sets him apart. With a concierge-style practice that prioritizes compassionate, personalized care, he is also the only one in San Diego that provides the combined skills of a specialty surgeon and a gastroenterologist. His mission is to provide top level surgical care to all his patients. He employs the newest technology and has undergone a great deal of training in order to bring the most advanced treatment modalities to his patients.
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About Dr. Matthew Schultzel

As the highest-volume robotic general and colorectal surgeon in Southern California, Dr. Matthew Schultzel specializes in surgically removing large masses with very small incisions. Dr. Schultzel attended the University of California, San Diego for his undergraduate studies, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. He received his medical degree from the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine-California. While Dr. Schultzel’s area of expertise is minimally invasive colorectal surgery, his passion for treating the whole patient is what sets him apart. With a concierge-style practice that prioritizes compassionate, personalized care, he is also the only one in San Diego that provides the combined skills of a specialty surgeon and a gastroenterologist. His mission is to provide top level surgical care to all his patients. He employs the newest technology and has undergone a great deal of training in order to bring the most advanced treatment modalities to his patients.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Colonoscopy
Acute hemorrhoids
Abdominal hernia repair surgery
Gallbladder removal
Surgical removal of colon
Groin hernia surgery
Colonoscopy
Acute hemorrhoids
Abdominal hernia repair surgery
Gallbladder removal

Office locations

United Medical Doctors (1 of 3)
28078 Baxter Rd, Ste 530, Murrieta, CA 92563
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United Medical Doctors - Encinitas, 477 N El Camino Real, Ste. C204 (2 of 3)
477 N El Camino Real, Ste C204, Encinitas, CA 92024
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United Medical Doctors - La Jolla, Regents Park Row (3 of 3)
4150 Regents Park Row, Ste 230, La Jolla, CA 92037
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Education and background

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Board certifications

  • American Osteopathic Board of Surgery

Education and training

  • Medical School - Touro University California, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
  • University of California San Diego (Bachelor's)
  • University of California San Diego, Residency in General Surgery
  • HMH Palisades Medical Center, Residency in General Surgery
  • UTHealth Houston (The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston), Houston Methodist Hospital, Herman Memorial Hospital, Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Colon and Rectal Surgery

Professional memberships

  • American Osteopathic Association

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1306123229

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Dr. Matthew Schultzel is certified by American Osteopathic Board of Surgery.

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Dr. Matthew Schultzel frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Colon Cancer Screening, Colonoscopy, Hemorrhoids, and Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Matthew Schultzel on their profile.

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Dr. Matthew Schultzel speaks English.

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