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Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO
Colorectal Surgery* Age 43
Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO

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Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO is a Colorectal Surgeon in La Jolla, CA.
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Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO

Colorectal Surgery* Age 43
La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO is a Colorectal Surgeon in La Jolla, CA.
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Dr. Schultzel graduated from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2010 and completed a residency at Palisades Hospital|University of California School of Medicine - San Diego. Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO is a Colorectal Surgeon in La Jolla, CA and has 16 years experience. Dr. Schultzel has experience treating conditions like Pelvic Abscess, Anal or Rectal Pain, Colorectal Cancer, Constipation and Anorectal Abscess among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Schultzel's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Schultzel also speaks Spanish. Dr. Schultzel is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Colectomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Colectomy
Anoscopy
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Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Pelvic Abscess
Anal or Rectal Pain
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Anorectal Abscess
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Obstruction
Rectal Prolapse
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Incisional Hernia
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Proctectomy
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Proctosigmoidoscopy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Anal Fissure
Anorectal Fistula
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Appendicitis
Abdominal Disorders
Abdominal Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Abscess
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Acute Appendicitis
Anal Abscess
Anal Cancer
Anal Disorders
Anal Itch
Anal Prolapse
Anal Warts
Anorectal Abscess and Fistula
Appendiceal Tumor
Appendix Cancer
Appendix Disorders
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bowel Strangulation
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Cholelithiasis
Chronic Appendicitis
Colon Cancer
Colon Disorders
Colon Mass
Colon Polyp
Colon Stricture
Colonic Diverticulosis
Colonic Inertia
Colonic Volvulus
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Distal Colorectal Cancer
Diverticular Diseases
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Enterocutaneous Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Familial Colorectal Cancer
Familial Polyposis
Fecal Incontinence
Fistula
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Gallbladder Diseases
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Hamartomatous Colorectal Cancer
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileostomy Status
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Fistula
Intussusception
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Microscopic Ulcerative Colitis
MSI-H Colorectal Cancer
MSI-L Colorectal Cancer
MSS Colorectal Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Nonpolyposis Colorectal Cancer, Familial
Paralytic Ileus
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Perianal Abscess
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Perirectal Abscess
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Polyps
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Pruritus Ani
Rectal Abscess
Rectal Bleeding
Rectal Cancer
Rectal Diseases
Rectal Pain
Rectal Ulcer
Rectal-Colon Bleeding
Rectourethral Fistula
Rectovaginal Fistula
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Sporadic Colorectal Cancer
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative Proctosigmoiditis
Umbilical Hernia
Vaginal Fistula
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Vesicocolic Fistula
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anal Cauterization
Anal Repair
Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Appendectomy
Bladder Surgery
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colon Cancer Screening
Colon Surgery
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy With Polypectomy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Treatment
Colorectal Surgery, Robotic-Assisted
Colostomy
da Vinci® Colectomy
da Vinci® Gallbladder Removal
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Anal Tags
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Fistula Repair
Fistula Testing
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hemicolectomy
Hernia Repair
Ileal Pouch-Anal Anastomosis
Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Lap Vaginal Hysterectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Colectomy
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Rectal Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Total Proctocolectomy With Ileoanal J Pouch
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Ventral Herniorrhaphy
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Non Invasive Mechanical Ventilatn Robotic Assist
Open Appendectomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Prolapse Treatment
Puncture Aspiration
Rectal Surgery
Rectovaginal Repair
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Restorative Proctocolectomy With Ileal-Anal J Pouch
Robotic Assisted Procedure
Screening Colonoscopy
Sigmoid Colectomy
Sigmoidoscopy
Single Incision Gallbladder Removal
Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery
Sphincterotomy
Therapeutic Colonoscopy
Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery (TEM)
Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery (TEM) for Rectal Tumors
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Vaginectomy
Virtual Colonoscopy
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Personal Choice PPO
  • Local Access Plus HMO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Tricare
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Humana
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Medicare
  • Choice Plus POS II
  • Keystone Health Plan East HMO
  • Health Net
  • Traditional
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus

Locations

  1. 1 La Jolla Office
    4150 Regents Park Row Ste 345, La Jolla, CA 92037
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 17:00
  2. 2 Encinitas Office
    477 N El Camino Real Ste C204, Encinitas, CA 92024
  3. 3 Murrieta Office
    35100 Makena Ave Ste 102, Murrieta, CA 92563

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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Robotic Surgery
General Surgery
Colorectal Surgery
Specialties*
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Schultzel's profile.

Dr. Schultzel frequently treats the following conditions: Pelvic Abscess, Anal or Rectal Pain, Colorectal Cancer, Constipation and Anorectal Abscess. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Poway and Sharp Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Matthew Schultzel, DO holds board certification in General Surgery.

Education
Medical Education
  • Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine
    2010
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • General 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.
Residency Hospital
  • Palisades Hospital|University of California School of Medicine - San Diego
    2012
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Methodist Hospital|University T Houston Hermann Hospital
    2016
Fellowship Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

    9888 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA

  • Sharp Coronado Hospital

    250 Prospect Pl, Coronado, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA

  • Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA

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