--- title: "Dr. Brent S. Izu | General Surgery in Antioch, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Brent S. Izu, M.D. practices General Surgery in Antioch, CA and Modesto, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-brent-s-izu-1046246322" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Brent S. Izu, M.D. ![Brent S. Izu, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/95VYNxiwkLY8Xpbll8gYP7z_J6k44L0KdRreVZ2B3ZU/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.9/5 [(135 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Brent S. Izu, M.D. ## General Surgery - Accepting new patients [4053 Lone Tree WayAntioch, CA 94509](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=4053+Lone+Tree+Way+Antioch%2C+CA+94509+US) [+1 more location](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-brent-s-izu-1046246322#provider-locations) ## Request a referral Contact our referral team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am — 5:00 pm [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-brent-s-izu-1046246322#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-brent-s-izu-1046246322#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-brent-s-izu-1046246322#provider-locations) ## About Dr. Izu Languages English, Spanish (Fluent), Japanese (Conversational), French (Basic), and Portuguese Gender Male Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging Offers [video visits](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-care/video-visits) for existing patients ### Approach to care Brent Izu, MD believes it is imperative that patients understand as much as possible about their surgical care. He feels that the more patients understand about their care, the better they can make decisions about surgical and medical treatment options along with possible complications, which will ultimately help them arrive at the best possible treatment plan, aligning with their values and priorities. Dr. Izu treats emergency trauma and general surgery pathology. ### Professional highlights Dr. Izu is a member of the American College of Surgeons. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, Dr. Izu enjoys being outside, whether skimboarding along the sand near the ocean or biking through the mountains. He is a sports fanatic and enjoys watching a variety of sports. He is married and has six wonderful children. ## Education and training **Medical school:** Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences **Residency:** Wright State University, General Surgery ## Board certifications - General Surgery ## Affiliations ### Hospitals - Memorial Medical Center Modesto - Sutter Delta Medical Center ### Medical groups - Gould Medical Group - Sutter East Bay Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (20 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Aetna Value Network HMO (AVN) - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (2 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (19 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (24 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Antioch Care Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/antioch-care-center-1043246811) 4053 Lone Tree Way Antioch, CA 94509 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=4053+Lone+Tree+Way+Antioch%2C+CA+94509+US) [925-776-7725](tel:+19257767725) 510-506-7728 Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed [Main Clinic 600 Coffee Road](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/main-clinic-600-coffee-road-1043246806) 600 Coffee Road Modesto, CA 95355 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=600+Coffee+Road+Modesto%2C+CA+95355+US) [209-572-7147](tel:+12095727147) 209-548-7836 Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Similar providers nearby - ![Tripurari Mishra](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/W2gvmbURXzsiycuv94J-vkbyFYC_cyXWvKJidH6If8o/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) ### [Tripurari Mishra, M.D.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-tripurari-mishra-2018912503) (64) 4053 Lone Tree Way Suite 175 Antioch, CA 94509 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=4053+Lone+Tree+Way+Antioch%2C+CA+94509+US) \+ 1 location [925-776-7725](tel:+19257767725) #### General Surgery - Accepting new patients #### Bariatric (Weight Loss) Surgery - Accepting new patients ### Disclaimer _This provider directory is provided as a convenience to you. 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