About Us

Saddleback Medical Group History

Saddleback Medical Group (SMG) in Laguna Hills, California was formed in 1992 by combining the successful medical practices of several well-known and established physicians. Saddleback Medical Groups' goal is to be our community’s first choice when seeking high-quality physicians. We strive to establish a personal relationship with our patients and we take pride in providing an environment where each patient is afforded top-quality care in a comfortable atmosphere.

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Mission Statement

Saddleback Medical Group is a high-quality, multi-specialty medical group whose mission is to provide patient-focused, evidence-based medical care, which is responsive to the changes in healthcare delivery, cost sensitivity, and meets the health care needs of our Laguna Hills, California area community.


Vision Statement

Saddleback Medical Group strives to be the premier multi-specialty medical group in South Orange County, California in the delivery of quality, evidence-based care. This vision will be achieved by using appropriate technology, providing ancillary services targeted toward patient and community needs, exceeding patient expectations of personalized care, and maintaining physician, patient, and staff satisfaction in all aspects of medical care.

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Core Values

  • We value maintaining a physician-directed organization.
  • We value providing patient-focused, ethical, and high-quality medical care.
  • We value practicing fiscal responsibility and operational efficiency.
  • We value maintaining a superior patient, physician, and staff environment.
  • We value maintaining a market focus.
  • We value recruiting and retaining high-quality and compatible physicians.
  • We value maintaining a healthy life and work balance.