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Dr. Marc Sakwa, MD

Dr. Marc Sakwa, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Marc Sakwa, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Long Beach, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center and MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8 am
to
5 pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed
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2888 Long Beach Blvd Ste 165
Long Beach, CA 90806

Locations

MemorialCare Medical Group - Long Beach

MemorialCare Medical Group - Long Beach2888 Long Beach Blvd Ste 165 Long Beach, CA 90806
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
New Patient?
(714) 415-4149

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Sakwa specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Sakwa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sakwa

4.4

21 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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John Kelmigian – Jan 15, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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B. Maletz – Jun 26, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Marvin D. Brisson – May 27, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Marlee Calder – May 16, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Timothy Sarafolean – Apr 29, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Clint B. – Mar 09, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joe Irwin – Mar 08, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Victoria – Jun 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Ronald Williams – May 04, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jackie Lehman – Sep 17, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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I – Jun 17, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 28, 2020
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  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • New York University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1987
  • Brigham And Womens Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1981
  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center

    18111 Brookhurst St
    Fountain Valley, CA 92708
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center

    24451 Health Center Dr
    Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center

    2801 Atlantic Ave
    Long Beach, CA 90806
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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