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Dr. Tuan Lam, MD

Dr. Tuan Lam, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Tuan Lam, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Fountain Valley, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California Medical Center, San Francisco in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center and MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (18 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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18035 Brookhurst St Ste 1300
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Locations

MemorialCare Medical Group - Fountain Valley

MemorialCare Medical Group - Fountain Valley18035 Brookhurst St Ste 1300 Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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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
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New Patient?
(562) 371-8423

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Lam specializes in the areas of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery & Thoracic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Lam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lam

4.8
18 ratings, 11 with a written review
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Excellent and patient.
Dr. Lam took quite some time to explain the procedure and answer many questions. To him the procedure is routine and he was able to communicate that confidence.
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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Dec 01, 2024
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Doctor Lam Tuan is friendly, knowledgeable, caring person, trust worthy. Highly recommend it.
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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Hoan Tran – Nov 26, 2024
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Dr Lam is excellent
Dr Lam presents a clear understanding and confidence in the diagnosis and recommended treatment for my condition. I appreciate his professionalism and the compassion as well as the consummate skill he and the team will bring to resolve these issues and achieve the optimal result for my well-being. Many thanks.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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David R – Dec 17, 2022
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Dr Lam is Outstanding.
Dr Lam was outstanding. He explains everything very well and is easy and fun to talk to. He went out of his way to do a superior surgery on me that should last much longer than other options. He visited me daily in the hospital throughout my 11 day hospital stay. He utilized the cardiologist at his disposal to come up with the best plan to treat my post-op AFib issue. He is open to the ideas of others and to making changes when better options are available. He provides real leadership of the overall team.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Jim – May 30, 2022
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Amazing
Dr. Lam saved me. He is an amazing surgeon and individual. I felt taken care of and cared for, he is an angel. I am so blessed that he was there when I needed the unexpected surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
May 17, 2022
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Dr. Lam recently operated on my dad. My dad was born with Arterio Venous Malformation of his Heart. He did not know he was born with it until he had an angiogram last year after a heart attack.He was told that he is one in a million to have this heart disease. Dr. Lam did an excellent work on my father. Other heart surgeon were afraid to operate on him for it's very complex surgery. He also replaced my dad's Mitral Valve for it was completely torn. He did an Open Heart Surgery Triple Bypass and repair of his Mitral Valve. Dr. Lam is amazing. He is very knowledgeable and keep you at peace about the surgery. He is awesome along with the rest of the doctors, NP Tim and Michelle, Nurse Sue, Tony and all the staff. Orange Coast Memorial Hospital staff are incredibly amazing and helpful. They are all good because God is also good. I am very grateful and thankful for all they have done. My family including my dad Edgar, are forever thankful for their amazing work. Thank you.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Queenie Moss – Apr 16, 2020
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Dr Lam is awesome! He is super skilled and great with people. Mom just had a 5 bypass open heart surgery and she was nervous. Dr. Lam put her at ease, was very comforting and Mom is recovering quickly and smoothly.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 18, 2019
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Dr. Lam treated me like I was the most important thing on his calendar. He was caring, considerate and complete in his interactions with me and my wife. He was also honest (but not at all rude or abrupt) about what I was dealing with and the potential of outcomes. I could not imagine any better care before, during and after the procedure. Dr. Lam is an amazing man and defines the word "professional." Excellent friendly bedside manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Anheim, CA – Nov 13, 2018
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Dr.Lam is great! We felt extremely comfortable with him for my father's valve replacement surgery. He is very caring and explained the procedure in detail. Highly recommended.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Placentia, CA – Sep 17, 2017
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Dr Lam is the best. He performed an open heart surgery on me and I'm very grateful. The feeling of being scared before the procedures, not knowing any surgeon that time & what will happen turned into a very beautiful and satisfying experience. You can feel the passion of work and compassion towards others from him and his staff. His up to date knowledge resulted to my fast recovery. We thank God everyday for giving us Dr Lam and his staff. We strongly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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John Siazon in Brea, CA – Jun 30, 2017
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Dr. Lam is an exceptional surgeon. He is extremely knowledgeable and is very personable. He truly has a heart to serve those who have heart conditions. You're in great hands with Dr. Lam.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Matt S in Oak Hills, Ca – Jul 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Lam's story is one of great courage, perseverance, and human spirit. Accompanied by an aging grandmother, he and his three siblings escaped Vietnam in 1981. They arrived in the U.S. knowing no English, and yet seven years later, young Tuan...read more
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • University Of California Medical Center, San Francisco

    Medical School, 2005
  • Medical College Of Virginia|stanford University School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1999
  • Medical College Of Virginia Hospitals|uc San Francisco

    Residency Hospital, 1990
  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Thoracic Surgery
Self designated 
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  • English

  • Cantonese

  • Cantonese

  • Chinese

  • Vietnamese

Affiliated Hospitals

  • MemorialCare Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach

    2801 Atlantic Ave
    Long Beach, CA 90806
  • 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)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    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 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
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