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Faces of Healthcare 2025: United Medical Doctors

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Daniel Burgess, DO; Melody Hermel, MD, FACC; Mark Schultzel, MD, MBA; Matthew M. Schultzel, DO; Laura DeCesare, MD

United Medical Doctors (UMD) is one of the largest independent private practices in Southern California, with 46 specialties, 80 locations, 225 providers, and 10 ambulatory surgery centers. Recently, UMD’s footprint in San Diego County has expanded to 16 locations, with another three to open soon. One of its most exciting launches was at 777 North El Camino Real in Encinitas, which features an imaging center, a medical fitness center, behavioral health, integrative care, and more.

UMD prides itself on its healthcare providers and is honored to spotlight five physicians who earned Top Doctor designations this year: Dr. Mark Schultzel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in conditions of the shoulder and elbow. He works alongside his twin brother, Dr. Matthew Schultzel, the highest-volume robotic general and colorectal surgeon in Southern California. General surgeon Dr. Daniel Burgess specializes in acute-care surgery, advanced wound care, and vascular access. Integrative cardiologist Dr. Melody Hermel combines traditional and alternative approaches to treat heart disease. And new to the list is board-certified general and colorectal surgeon Dr. Laura DeCesare.

UMD is dedicated to providing unparalleled medical and surgical care. When you need specialty care, time is of the essence. UMD is able to offer a level of care with expedited access and availability that rivals larger health institutions.

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Dr. Hermel, Cardiology: Encinitas and La Jolla | 760-230-2256
Dr. Mark Schultzel, Orthopaedic Surgery: Kearny Mesa and Encinitas | 858-526-3842
Dr. Matthew Schultzel and Dr. Burgess, General and Colorectal Surgery: Encinitas, La Jolla, and Carlsbad | 858-207-3117
Dr. DeCesare, Colorectal Surgery: Encinitas, La Jolla, Carlsbad, and Murrieta | 858-207-3117
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