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Dr. Andrea French, MD

Dr. Andrea French, MD

Minimally Invasive Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Andrea French, MD is a minimally invasive surgery specialist in Merced, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 2003. She is affiliated with medical facilities Mercy Medical Center Merced and Emanuel Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

3175 Collins Dr Merced, CA 95348

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Dr. French's Reviews

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4.1
13 ratings, 8 with a written review
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This is the worst surgeon.
She made the biggest mess out of a simple breast cancer lumpectomy. She is polite in the office but a horrible surgeon. I was scheduled on a day that she was on call and I was left in pre-op all day. She did not bother to talk to me before the surgery. Had me knocked out before even coming to surgery. She never checked on me in post-op. Guess her day was just too long. The incisions were messy. They got infected. And I have dealt with subsequent pain and suffering ever since. It's 2 years since the surgery but I still have so much disdain for this surgeon. I will continue to find where I can tell the truth about her as a surgeon.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Jeanne Northum – Aug 09, 2023
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Recently (yesterday) performed an appendectomy ( perforated) and I am up walking around. Amazing skill and bedside manner, unpleasant post surgical ileus, she nailed it and I’m on the mend. Very pleasant encounter.
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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Adam Stewart – Oct 02, 2022
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Unnecessary surgery Techniques
This doctor does more damage than good in her hernia repair. Unnecessary robotic surgery along with mesh. Patients have to go to other doctor to fix her mess. This doctor cares about the money instead of the patients.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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X patient – Sep 22, 2022
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Dr French put my port in for chemotherapy and after the chemo removed the lump in my right breast and 6 nodes with very few problems she and her staff were very kind and informative to my every question and needs through this ordeal. Today was the follow up of my removal of the port and I am doing very well. The scars from the breast cancer surgery are almost undetectable. Going breast cancer, surgery, radiation and many infections and antibiotics was life changing. Dr French gave hope, kindness and reassurance throughout it all. I can not thank you enough !
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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Harriet Mendiola – Jul 14, 2021
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Dr. French performed robotic hernia repair on my 85 year old Mother and it went smoothly and with a quick recovery. Dr. French truly cares for her patients and is an excellent surgeon. I am so glad she was available to do my Mama’s surgery. Thank you Dr. French!!
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
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Vida Vreca-Ponnequin – Oct 25, 2020
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I was blessed to be 1st surgery after the COVID-19 lockdown. Had my prolapse procedure with no pain and excellent recovery. Very grateful to have normal control of my bowel.
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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Dr. Leif Erickson – Jun 17, 2020
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Dr. French did a belly fat biopsy on me. She explained the procedure and recovery completely. Call me in a few days with results. She was great. When I went for stitches removal was prompt and removed them quickly and painlessly. I would go back to her and recommend her highly.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 23, 2019
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Dr French performed an emergency surgery on my 80 year old sister. I was there every step of the way and was impressed with Dr French’s skills, knowledge and care. She spoke with us and answered our questions and showed the greatest care for my sister. Thank you Dr French! Without you, my sister would probably not be with us today! Nita Tawakol, Merced, CA
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
7 others found this helpful
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Nita Tawakol in Merced, CA – Dec 20, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. French strives to create a supportive, empathetic, patient centered doctor-patient experience for healing to minimize the impact of surgery on her patient's lives. She does this by using advanced surgical techniques to shorten the physical...read more

biography

Dr. Andrea French was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. She obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Equine Science from Colorado State University, and a Master's Degree in Molecular Biology from San Jose State University. After receiving her...read more

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

  • Breast Surgical Oncology

  • General Surgery

  • Colorectal Surgery

  • Breast Surgery

  • Gastroenterological Surgery

  • Laparoscopic Surgery

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  • Inst For Minimally Invasive Surg

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009

  • Abington Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2008

  • Ucsf Fresno

    Internship Hospital, 2005

  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 2003

  • Csu

    Undergraduate School, 1994
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Practice

Dortha T. Chu M.D. Inc.3175 Collins Dr Merced, CA 95348
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    • Mon: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
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