Conditions & Procedures
Comprehensive Pediatric Surgical Consultation in Los Angeles
Pediatric surgical care across thirteen condition groups, from appendicitis and hernias to complex colorectal surgery and childhood tumors.
Experienced Pediatric Surgeons
Dr. Phil Frykman has been a specialist in pediatric surgical care for over two decades. Now practicing in Calabasas as the lead surgeon and founder of Pacific Coast Pediatric Surgery, he remains a leader in the field who skillfully manages the full range of conditions and surgeries children may require. Through years of treating young patients and advancing innovative treatment approaches, Dr. Frykman and his team deliver pediatric surgical care focused exclusively on the unique needs of children.
A devoted father who has experienced serious illness within his own family, Dr. Frykman deeply understands the challenges parents and caregivers face. This perspective allows him to communicate clearly and compassionately with families and children alike. Dr. Frykman treats every patient as if they were his own, consistently emphasizing an evidence-based pediatric surgical approach that incorporates the latest scientific research and is carefully tailored to each child’s individual needs..
Conditions & Procedures
Pediatric Surgery Services
When your little one requires surgery, it can be a worrisome experience. We want to reassure you that your child is in the caring and capable hands of Dr. Frykman. At Pacific Coast Pediatric Surgery, we specialize in gentle, advanced pediatric surgical approaches for a wide range of conditions. Our dedicated surgical team collaborates closely with other pediatric care specialists to ensure your child receives the highest level of care and the best possible chance for a successful recovery.
Branchial cleft cysts and sinuses
Chest wall deformities
- Pectus excavatum (minimally invasive Nuss procedure)
- Pectus carinatum (bracing and surgical correction)
Childhood tumors/cancers
- Wilm’s tumor of the kidney
- Neuroblastoma
- Hepatoblastoma
- Rhabdomyosarcoma
- Sacrococcygeal teratoma
Colorectal Surgery in Children
- Hirschsprung disease
- Hirschsprung-associated enterocolitis (HAEC)
- Anorectal malformations
- Imperforate anus
- Pull-through surgery (open and minimally invasive) revisional and redo pull-through
- PSARP
- MACE Procedure
- Minimally invasive treatment of rectal prolapse in children (laparoscopic rectopexy)
Congenital Liver and Bile Duct Disorders
- Biliary atresia (Kasai procedure)
- Cholecochal cysts
Cysts and benign tumors
- Biliary atresia (Kasai procedure)
- Cholecochal cysts
Digestive Tract Disorders
- Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), acid reflux
- Esophageal disorders (achalasia)
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s disease, Ulcerative colitis)
- Gastro-Intestinal birth defects (intestinal atresia, webs, malrotation)
- Gallbladder problems (gallstones, inflammation and biliary dyskinesia)
Genitourinary
- Circumcision (newborn, pediatric)
- Circumcision revision
- Hydrocelectomy (testicular and communicating hydrocele)
- Orchiopexy (for undescended testis)
- Testicular torsion treatment
Hernias
- Inguinal (groin)
- Umbilical (belly button)
- Epigastric (upper abdominal)
- Diaphragmatic
Pancreatic conditions
Prenatal Consultation
Spleen disorders
- Hereditary Spherocytosis (HS)
- Sickle Cell Anemia
- Laparoscopic complete and partial splenectomy (spleen removal)
