Paul Nguyen, DO, FACS

Practice: Surgical Associates of Monterey Bay

Specialty: Bariatric Surgery

Office locations: Santa Cruz, CA

Most recent review: 1 month ago
4.9 out of 5
26 Ratings
13 Comments

Dr. Paul Nguyen, D.O., earned his undergraduate degree from U.C. San Diego and his medical degree from Des Moines University. He completed his surgical internship and residency at Saint John Macomb Hospital in Detroit, MI. He specializes in general surgery, including minimally invasive surgery, hernias, gallbladder, colon, breast, bariatric weight loss surgery, and endoscopy. He performed the first weight-loss surgery in Santa Cruz.

4.9 out of 5
26 Ratings
13 Comments

Dr. Paul Nguyen, D.O., earned his undergraduate degree from U.C. San Diego and his medical degree from Des Moines University. He completed his surgical internship and residency at Saint John Macomb Hospital in Detroit, MI. He specializes in general surgery, including minimally invasive surgery, hernias, gallbladder, colon, breast, bariatric weight loss surgery, and endoscopy. He performed the first weight-loss surgery in Santa Cruz.

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He was knowledegeable, succinct and personable!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

His great doctor explains everything very well

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 months ago) Jul-2026

His just the best help me whit my gastric sleeve and I’m happy whit my results I got after surgery

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(4 months ago) Jun-2026

Excellent care , he listens and understands your concerns. Thank you doctor Nguyen 🙏🏼

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(4 months ago) Jun-2026

Super nice. All question and concerns were answered.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(7 months ago) Mar-2026

Straight shooter. Easy to talk to. Very knowledgeable

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(10 months ago) Dec-2025

He’s excellent I highly recommend him.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(10 months ago) Dec-2025

Paul has a great patient presence!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(11 months ago) Nov-2025

He's the Best!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(12 months ago) Oct-2025