In my own words

Dr. Samantha Wu is a board-eligible general surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive surgery techniques (laparoscopic and robotic) in the treatment of a variety of disorders including hernias, complex abdominal wall defects, gastroesophageal reflux, hiatal hernias, diseases of the esophagus and stomach, and gallbladder disorders. She is an expert in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy and is well trained in traditional approaches to surgery. She prescribes an individualized care plan and tailored surgical approach for all of her patients to minimize recovery time, maximize patient satisfaction, and optimize overall outcome. She is also experienced in general surgery procedures involving the small bowel, colon, rectum, anus, and soft tissues. 

Dr. Wu is a Southern California native who obtained a dual undergraduate degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, Masters degree from Georgetown University, and Medical Degree from the University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine. She completed her General Surgery residency at Mount Sinai in New York and the University of California, San Diego where she stayed to complete her specialty training in Advanced GI and Minimally Invasive Surgery. She is conversant in Chinese. 

In her free time, she enjoys culinary experimentation and gastronomical adventures. As a Southern California native, she especially enjoys spending time outside in the California sun, so you might find her kayaking, hiking or working on her golf swing.