Meet the Physicians of Surgical Associates of La Jolla
Patients coming to Surgical Associates of La Jolla have the benefit of being cared for by some of the most knowledgeable, respected physicians in the region.
Dr. Paul Hyde
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The founder of Surgical Associates of La Jolla, Dr. Paul Hyde is a board-certified general surgeon and a board member at XiMED Medical Group. He has previously served as Chief of Surgery at Scripps Memorial Hospital. Dr. Hyde has been elected San Diego’s “Top Doctor” by his peers for five years, and one of the “Best Doctors in America” from 2006 to 2010.
Dr. Paul Hyde graduated from South Africa’s University of Witwatersrand Medical School and also completed his residency in South Africa, becoming a fellow of both the College of Surgeons of South Africa and the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Dr. Hyde immigrated to the United States in 1978 to train at UC San Diego, becoming board certified in 1980 and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a member of the Society of American Gastroenterological Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), the Society of Surgeons of the alimentary Tract (SSAT), and the San Diego County Medical Society.
Dr. Paul Hyde is extremely experienced in performing a variety of complex surgical procedures, including breast surgery, pancreatic surgery, gastric surgery, and thyroid surgery, as well as laparoscopic procedures such as hernia repair, appendectomy, colon resectioning, splenectomy, and anti-reflux surgery.
As the senior surgeon in the group, Dr. Hyde continues to inspire his peers and colleagues as one of the most respected clinicians in San Diego. His clinical acumen and surgical skills have brought patients from across the world to seek his help.
Dr. Mark Sherman
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Dr. Mark Sherman has enjoyed a remarkable career since joining with Surgical Associates of La Jolla in 1994. He has served as both the Chief of General Surgery as well as Chairman of the Department of Surgery during his time in practice at Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla. While working six years on the Board of Trustees for Scripps Health (which oversees all Scripps’ hospitals and the Scripps Clinic), he used his unique knowledge to influence and improve healthcare delivery throughout San Diego. He remains active on the board of XiMED Medical Group, and has taught as an assistant clinical professor of surgery at the UC San Diego School of Medicine since 1994. These tireless efforts have led to his selection by his peers in receiving San Diego’s “Top Doctors” award on multiple occasions.
Dr. Sherman received his undergraduate degree with honors from Stanford University and completed medical school at the UC San Diego School of Medicine. He finished his residency at the UCSD Medical Center, where he was Chief Resident in general surgery. A board-certified Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of many professional organizations, including the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract (SSAT), and the San Diego chapter of the Society of General Surgeons, Dr. Sherman is frequently sought for consultation on complex and challenging cases.
In his practice, Dr. Mark Sherman focuses on advanced laparoscopy, bariatric weight loss surgery, and surgical oncology. Skilled in endocrine surgery (thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal operations) as well as complex, advanced laparoscopic techniques (colectomy, appendectomy, splenectomy, and hernia repair), he provides a unique skill while treating all of his patients like family. Gastric and pancreatic operations are performed with uncompromising skill. He remains up to date with the most advanced techniques and procedures available in order to best meet their needs.
Dr. Sherman has a reputation as an innovator and leader. His compassionate bedside manner and surgical excellence have made him a most sought after surgeon by his patients and colleagues alike.
Dr. Cheryl Olson
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Dr. Cheryl Olson, a diplomate of the American Board of Surgery since 1997 has been a member of Surgical Associates of La Jolla since 1998. As an attending surgeon at Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla, she has also served as Section Chief for General Surgery, as President of the San Diego Society for General Surgeons, and as a member of the board of directors of XiMED Medical Group. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and currently the Treasurer of the San Diego Chapter of the ACS.
She was honored as one of San Diego’s “Top Doctors” in 2006 and 2007, exemplifying her commitment to providing medical care of the highest standard.
After completing her undergraduate degree in biology at the University of Colorado at Boulder she received a Uniformed Services Scholarship while attending medical school at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. Dr. Olson spent several years practicing in the United States Navy, serving aboard the USS Simon Lake for two years before returning for residency training at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego. Dr. Olson served as an attending surgeon at the Naval Hospital at Camp Pendleton, leaving as a Lieutenant Commander to join Surgical Associates of La Jolla in 1998.
Dr. Cheryl Olson specializes in surgical oncology, including cancers of the breast, thyroid, colon, stomach, pancreas and, skin. She also performs highly specialized treatment for intraabdominal cancers known as HIPEC. Additionally, she has significant expertise in advanced minimally-invasive laparoscopic surgical techniques including the surgical treatment of obesity (bariatric weight loss surgery).
Dr. Olson has continued her dedication to her countrymen while becoming a highly respected surgeon in La Jolla. Her dedication to surgical excellence and kind bedside manner are qualities frequently sought by her colleagues and patients.
Staff
General Office:
Jane Griffiths - Front Office Reception
Her smile will always greet you in our General Office.
Pat Ploudre - Front Office Reception
She can always direct you to where you need to go in the office.
Michelle Garcia - Procedure and Appointment Scheduling
She works wonders getting all your tests coordinated ASAP.
Vickie Wartner - Surgery Scheduling
She is tireless, efficient and always has a smile while getting your case scheduled no matter how complicated the arrangements.
Gina Ochs - Assistant to Dr. Sherman
Her special charm will make sure that you are comfortable and confident during your visits to the office.
Kryste Taylor - Assistant to Dr. Hyde and Dr. Olson
Her smile will put you at ease whenever you need to come in for a visit.
Billing Department
Jeanette Becker - Billing, Insurance and Charges
Her knowledge with insurance and billing ensures that the complicated financial aspects go as smoothly as possible.
Jocelyn Ravelo-Conde - Billing and Accounts
She helps ensure that your insurance company addresses your case quickly and correctly.
Jo-Ann Michelet-Dominguez - Insurance and Billing Manager
An invaluable part of our team, as well as the longest term employee, she knows the entire office inside and out.
Contact Surgical Associates of La Jolla
The doctors of Surgical Associates of La Jolla care for each patient using the safest, most effective treatments available. With state-of-the-art surgical facilities and many years of specialized training, Dr. Paul Hyde, Dr. Cheryl Olson, and Dr. Mark Sherman provide residents of the San Diego area with a superior surgical option for many different medical conditions. Contact Surgical Associates of La Jolla to find out what we can do for you.
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Surgical Associates of La Jolla
Dr. Paul Hyde
Dr. Mark Sherman
Dr. Cheryl Olson
9850 Genesee Ave., Suite 660
La Jolla, CA 92037
Phone: (858) 452-5054
Fax: (858) 452-5097
