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Dr. Hillel Laks, MD

General Surgery* Age 81
Dr. Hillel Laks, MD
4.9 (17 Ratings)
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Dr. Hillel Laks, MD

General Surgery* Age 81
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting new patients
59 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Hillel Laks, MD works in Los Angeles, CA as a General Surgery Specialist and has 59 years experience.

They are board certified in General Surgery and graduated from University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg in 1965. Dr. Laks completed a residency at Brigham and Womens Hospital|Peter Bent Brigham Hosp/Bos. At present, Dr. Laks has received an average rating of 4.9 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. They are affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Laks also speaks Hebrew. Dr. Laks practices at Practice in Los Angeles, CA.

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Locations

  1. 1 Ucla Department of Surgery
    10833 Le Conte Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90095
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 206-1837
  2. 2 Ucla Entertainment Ind Medgrp
    5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400, Los Angeles, CA 90045
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (310) 825-9011

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Laks
4.9
Based on 17 Reviews
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4 Stars (2)
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1 Star (0)

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Sep 04, 2023
He was my son heart surgery for 3 times the best I best I was recommended him my son is still alive he’s 37 even he was born with a very serios heart condition I thank God my son was in good hands god bless Dr Lax
Martha Gonzalez mother of son — Sep 04, 2023
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Languages Spoken
Hebrew
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
General Surgery
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
    1965
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Johannesburg General Hospital
    1966
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Brigham and Womens Hospital|Peter Bent Brigham Hosp/Bos
    1969
Residency Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Hillel Laks, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Laks accepts Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Laks accepts here.

Yes, Dr. Laks speaks Hebrew. See Dr. Laks' profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Laks has a star rating of 4.9/5 and has been reviewed 17 times.

Dr. Laks is board certified in General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Dr. Laks has been practicing as a General Surgery Specialist for 59 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

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  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

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