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Dr. Carson D. Liu, MD - Board Certified General Surgeon in Santa Monica, California

Dr. Carson D. Liu, MD

Board Certified General Surgeon

Santa Monica, California
Telehealth ↗
NPI: 1982628830· License: g75372 (CA) verify
Medical school: University Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of Medicine · Graduated 1991(~35 yrs since med school)
4.17(36 ratings)

In Dr. Carson D. Liu's own words

How Dr. Carson D. Liu describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Specialization

  • Specializes in bariatric surgery.
  • Focuses on GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease).
  • Specializes in minimally invasive surgery.

Training & credentials

  • Has over 23 years of experience.

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About

Dr. Carson D. Liu is a Board Certified General Surgeon based in Marina del Rey, California, serving patients throughout Southern California. With over 23 years of experience, Dr. Liu focuses on bariatric surgery, weight loss management, GERD treatment, minimally invasive surgery, and aesthetics. He performs procedures including Lap Band and Orbera Gastric Balloon. Dr. Liu emphasizes that Orbera Gastric Balloons can help initiate or accelerate the weight loss process for his patients. His practice, now located in Marina del Rey, extends care to individuals in Santa Monica, Tustin, Orange County, and the greater Los Angeles area.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified General Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Carson D. Liu, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Lap Band

$16,000

Average of 2 patient reports · 2014–2016

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Carson D. Liu

Sourced directly from Dr. Carson D. Liu's social posts and replies.

How many years of experience does Dr. Liu have?
Dr. Liu has over 23 years of experience specializing in bariatric surgery, weight loss, GERD, minimally invasive surgery, and aesthetics.
What are the parking options at Dr. Liu's Marina del Rey office?
Public parking lots #4 and #5 are the closest parking options to the office located on 4640 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey.

From Dr. Carson D. Liu's Instagram

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Technologies & brands Dr. Carson D. Liu mentions

Devices, implants, injectables and products named in Dr. Carson D. Liu's own posts and videos. A mention is not an endorsement; ask the office what they currently offer.

Patient Experience

Dr. Carson D. Liu Review Summary

3.9
Dr. Liu has a 3.0 rating based on limited reviews. However, he receives significantly higher ratings on other platforms, averaging 4.5 on Yelp, 4.2 on Healthgrades, and 4.0 on US News Health, suggesting a positive patient experience overall.

Ratings from Other Platforms

yelp.com

4.5 out of 5

Based on 30 reviews

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healthgrades.com

4.2 out of 5

Based on 19 reviews

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health.usnews.com

4 out of 5

Based on 59 reviews

View on health.usnews.com
Dr. Carson D. Liu, MD - Board Certified General Surgeon in Santa Monica, California

Main Office

1301 20th Street, Suite 440, Santa Monica, California

Book a Service Consultation

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

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No industry payments reported. We checked Dr. Carson D. Liu against the CMS Open Payments database and found no payments from drug or device makers on record for 2025, the most recent year CMS has published.

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. Search CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

1301 20th Street, Suite 440

Santa Monica, California

Office Information

Where does Dr. Carson D. Liu practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

1301 20th Street, Suite 440, Santa Monica, California

(2 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Marina Del Rey Hospital and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

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Education & Experience

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified General Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Carson D. Liu online?
The provided information doesn't confirm whether online appointments are available. It's best to contact Dr. Liu's office directly to inquire about booking options.
Does Dr. Carson D. Liu offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't specify whether Dr. Liu offers telehealth services. Contacting his office directly is recommended for clarification.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Carson D. Liu?
One patient reviewing Dr. Liu's Lap Band procedure in Garden Grove, CA, reported a serious complication involving a perforated stomach requiring emergency surgery.
What areas of care does Dr. Carson D. Liu cater to?
Dr. Liu's areas of care include bariatric surgery (including Lap Band procedures), weight loss management, GERD treatment, minimally invasive surgery, and aesthetics. He serves patients in Santa Monica, Tustin, Orange County, and the greater Los Angeles area. His practice is now located in Marina del Rey, serving patients across Southern California.