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Dr. Stephen Cesar, MD

Dr. Stephen Cesar, MD

General Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Cesar, MD is a general surgeon in Bellingham, WA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery in 1976. He is affiliated with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

4545 Cordata Pkwy Bellingham, WA 98226

Make an Appointment

(360) 738-2200

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cesar is affiliated with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center Bellingham, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
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Dr. Cesar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cesar

3.3

7 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
43%
43%
4 Star
14%
14%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
14%
14%
1 Star
29%
29%

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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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D. Root in Bellingham, WA – Jul 20, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
AS in Bellingham, WA – Jun 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Stephen Cesar, MD is a general surgeon in Bellingham, WA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery in 1976. He is affiliated with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

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  • University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery

    Medical School, 1976
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Locations

Practice

Madrona Medical Group PS4545 Cordata Pkwy Bellingham, WA 98226
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center

    2901 Squalicum Pkwy
    Bellingham, WA 98225
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

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    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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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