Dr. Luke R. Putnam, MD is a general surgeon in Los Angeles, CA specializing in general surgery. Dr. Luke R. Putnam, MD is affiliated with Saddleback Medical Center, MemorialCare, Orange Coast Medical Center and USC CARE MEDICAL GROUP INC.
1450 San Pablo Street Hc4 - Suite 6200
Los Angeles, CA 90033
350 Old Newport Boulevard
Newport Beach, CA
Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.
During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.
The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.
Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.
There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Luke R. Putnam, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Luke R. Putnam, MD treated as a general surgeon in Los Angeles, CA were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.
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He has a state license in California.
Licensed In: California
Dr. Luke R. Putnam, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Luke R. Putnam, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$14,476
DAVINCI XI $9,000 |
Da Vinci Surgical System $4,703 |
DA VINCI SP $774 |
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$676
PHASIX $492 |
Phasix Mesh $34 |
$150 |
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$200
Phasix Mesh $200 |
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$174
LINX Reflux Management System $100 |
Harmonic $31 |
STRATAFIX $25 |
ECHELON ENDOPATH Stapler $17 |
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$125
Duopa $125 |
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$428
STRATTICE $117 |
Dextile $54 |
EsoFlip $34 |
Sonicision $30 |
Duopa $28 |
Other $164 |
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Dr. Luke Putnam specializes in general surgery and practices in Los Angeles, CA and Newport Beach, CA. These areas are among Dr. Putnam's clinical interests: surgical repair, hernia surgery, and hiatal hernia. He is professionally affiliated with MemorialCare.
