About
Tony Chang, MD is a board-certified surgeon who has spent his entire career serving patients across California's Central Valley. He earned his BA in Molecular Cell Biology from the University of California, Berkeley, before completing medical school at George Washington University, School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Washington, DC. He then completed his Surgery Residency at San Joaquin General Hospital in French Camp, California. The American Board of Surgery certifies him in general surgery.
Dr. Chang specializes in breast cancer surgery and holds several prominent leadership roles in that field, including Chief of Surgery, Breast Cancer Program Director through the NAPBC, Chair of the Breast Tumor Board, Regional Breast Lead, and Surgery Representative for the Committee on Cancer. He coordinates breast cancer care across surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, plastic surgery, and radiology. He also works alongside mental health professionals, nursing, social work, nutrition, and community outreach teams to deliver thorough patient support. Dr. Chang has served as a Preceptor for UC Davis Reach PRIME Medical School and as a Clinical Surgery Instructor at the Fresno VA Medical Center. He holds active membership in the American Society of Breast Surgeons, the American Board of Surgery, and the American Medical Association.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of California, Berkeley; BA, Molecular Cell Biology
Medical School
George Washington University, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Washington, DC
Residency
Surgery Residency, San Joaquin General Hospital, French Camp, CA
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Chang right for?
Dr. Chang serves patients facing breast cancer diagnoses who need coordinated, multidisciplinary surgical care. He also treats patients with gallbladder disease, hernias, and appendicitis using minimally invasive and robotic techniques. Patients seeking preventive care or chronic disease management benefit from his DPC membership option. Adults throughout California's Central Valley who want a surgeon also serving as their primary care physician will find his hybrid practice well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Chang performs robotic cholecystectomy, hernia repair, laparoscopic appendectomy, mastectomy, breast lift, and oncoplastic surgery. He specializes in breast cancer surgery and coordinates care across multiple specialties, including medical oncology, radiation oncology, plastic surgery, and radiology.
Yes. Dr. Chang holds board certification from the American Board of Surgery. He also maintains active membership in the American Society of Breast Surgeons and the American Medical Association.
Dr. Chang earned his undergraduate degree in Molecular Cell Biology from the University of California, Berkeley. He completed medical school at George Washington University, School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Washington, DC. He then trained in surgery at San Joaquin General Hospital in French Camp, California.
Dr. Chang serves as Chief of Surgery, Breast Cancer Program Director through the NAPBC, Chair of the Breast Tumor Board, Regional Breast Lead, and Surgery Representative for the Committee on Cancer. These roles place him at the center of coordinated breast cancer care across surgical and non-surgical specialties.
Yes. Dr. Chang offers Direct Primary Care as part of the practice's hybrid model. He focuses on preventive care, chronic disease management, and overall wellness through a monthly membership that includes unlimited visits and direct messaging.
Yes. Dr. Chang has served as a Preceptor for UC Davis Reach PRIME Medical School and as a Clinical Surgery Instructor at the Fresno VA Medical Center.
Through the DPC model, Dr. Chang focuses on preventive care and chronic disease management. He supports patients managing ongoing health conditions and works to catch problems early through proactive wellness care.
Yes. Dr. Chang coordinates breast cancer care with professionals across medical oncology, radiation oncology, plastic surgery, and radiology. He also works with mental health professionals, nursing, social work, nutrition, and community outreach teams to support patients throughout their treatment.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026