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Irene Lo, MD, General Surgery, Walnut Creek, CA

IreneJiashinLoMDFACS(She/Her)

General Surgery Walnut Creek, CA

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Chief Medical Officer; General and Minimally Invasive Surgeon

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  • Office

    Epic Care
    3003 Oak Road, #104
    Walnut Creek, CA 94597
    Phone+1 925-338-8511
    Fax+1 925-338-8888

Summary

  • Dr. Irene Lo is a highly accomplished healthcare professional currently serving as the Chief Medical Officer at Contra Costa Health Plan. In this pivotal role, she demonstrates exceptional leadership skills, overseeing the clinical aspects of the organization and ensuring the highest quality of patient care.

    In addition to her administrative role, Dr. Lo maintains an active surgical practice as a General Surgeon at Epic Care. Her surgical acumen encompasses a wide range of procedures, including minimally invasive and robotic surgery, hernia surgery, and gallbladder surgery. Her surgical expertise and dedication to patient wellbeing have earned her a reputation for excellence in the medical community.

    Beyond her clinical and administrative roles, Dr. Lo is deeply committed to serving the broader healthcare community. She is a member of the Silicon Valley Bay Area Board of the American Cancer Society. Furthermore, she also serves as a Board Member and the Bay Region Specialty Chief of Surgery for Hill Physicians, contributing her extensive knowledge and experience to this leading group of healthcare providers. Her commitment to the healthcare community extends further with her role as Secretary-Treasurer at the Alameda Contra Costa Medical Association.

Education & Training

  • Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Herrick campus
    Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Herrick campusFellowship, Advanced GI Minimally Invasive Surgery, 2013 - 2014
  • Westchester Medical Center
    Westchester Medical CenterChief Residency, Surgery, 2012 - 2013
  • Westchester Medical Center
    Westchester Medical CenterResidency, Surgery, 2009 - 2012
  • Westchester Medical Center
    Westchester Medical CenterInternship, Surgery, 2008 - 2009
  • Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
    Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and SurgeonsClass of 2008
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyBS, Biology, 1999 - 2003

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 2013 - 2026
  • American Board of Surgery Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Intern of the Year Department of Surgery, Westchester Medical Center, 2009
  • Poster of Distinction Award Digestive Diseases Week, 2007
  • Second Place, Outstanding Clinical Science Poster Presentation Eastern-Atlantic Student Research Forum, 2007

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Novel Surgical Paradigm and Technique: Applying Physics to Incisional/Ventral Hernia Repairs  
    Lo I, Alemayehu H, Singh JP, Amin A, Harrington A, Benvenuti H, Cho DY, George F, Cate SP, and Baccay FB, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) Annual Meeting, 1/1/2015
  • Dysphagia Aortica  
    Lo IJ, Aronow WS, Cate S, Cho D, Cerabona T, Lafaro R, Cardiovascular Continuum, 1/1/2012

Books/Book Chapters

Abstracts/Posters

  • Novel Surgical Paradigm and Technique: Applying Physics to Incisional/Ventral Hernia Repairs.
    Lo I, Alemayehu H, Singh JP, Amin A, Harrington A, Benvenuti H, Cho DY, George F, Cate SP, and Baccay FB, 1st World Conference on Abdominal Wall Hernia Surgery of European Hernia Society, Milan, Italy, 1/1/2015
  • Modern Communication and Certifying Examination Reliability and Passage Rates: A Revolution or Evolution?
    Merriam J, Roberts J, Sadik-Khan WI, Lo IJ, Baccay FB, Northeast Group on Educational Affairs (NEGEA) Annual Retreat, New Haven, CT, 1/1/2014
  • Transanal Video Assisted Surgery Using Single Access Port - Initial Experience and Lessons Learned.
    Lo IJ, Begossi G, Suding P, Horoupian R, Upadhyay A, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) Annual Meeting, Salt Lake City, UT, 1/1/2014
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Lectures

  • "Commentary on the Documentary No Greater Love" 
    Cambridge, MA - 1/1/2007

Professional Memberships