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315 verified Doctors in Lake Forest, CA
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Primary Care Doctor
5.00
·33 reviews
3 mi · 24321 Avenida De La Carlota, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in chronic diabetes + 7 more ·
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Dr. Pace is board certified in Internal Medicine with an emphasis on preventative medicine and how lifestyle choices impact health. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed both her internship and residency at New York Methodist Hospital. Dr. Pa...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
3 mi · 24321 Avenida De La Carlota, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 13 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in acute urinary tract infection + 7 more ·
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Dr. Bernard Elpedes earned his medical degree at Kansas City University in 1995 and completed his residency at Pacific Hospital of Long Beach, where he served as chief resident. He is Board Certified in Family Practice. He enjoys the continuity of caring for his ongoing family medicine patients. Kn...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor (Virtual)
Laguna Hills, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 13 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in acute urinary tract infection + 7 more ·
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Dr. Bernard Elpedes earned his medical degree at Kansas City University in 1995 and completed his residency at Pacific Hospital of Long Beach, where he served as chief resident. He is Board Certified in Family Practice. He enjoys the continuity of caring for his ongoing family medicine patients. Kn...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor (Virtual)
5.00
·30 reviews
Laguna Hills, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Expertise in pneumonia and respiratory infections + 1 more ·
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Dr. Angela Basen is a board certified Internal Medicine physician practicing for over 7 years. She received her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine before completing Internal Medicine residency at George Washington University Hospital. Most recently Dr. Basen worked as a hospit...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
5.00
·30 reviews
3 mi · 24321 Avenida De La Carlota, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Expertise in pneumonia and respiratory infections + 1 more ·
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Dr. Angela Basen is a board certified Internal Medicine physician practicing for over 7 years. She received her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine before completing Internal Medicine residency at George Washington University Hospital. Most recently Dr. Basen worked as a hospit...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
4.59
·367 reviews
Great doctor. She is so kind and very knowledgeable. - Dec 6, 2022 by Nancy F.Click to read more
5 mi · 16300 Sand Canyon Ave, Ste 602, Irvine, CA 92618
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 11 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in chronic high blood pressure + 9 more ·
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Shida Saam, D.O., received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, and completed her residency in Family Practice at the University of California, Irvine. She is board certified in Family Practice and Geria...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor (Virtual)
4.59
·367 reviews
Great doctor. She is so kind and very knowledgeable. - Dec 6, 2022 by Nancy F.Click to read more
Irvine, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 11 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in chronic high blood pressure + 9 more ·
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Shida Saam, D.O., received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, and completed her residency in Family Practice at the University of California, Irvine. She is board certified in Family Practice and Geria...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
5.5 mi · 27231 La Paz Rd, Ste A, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 12 more
Accepting new patients ·
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Dr. Sarah Chan Yae Kim is a Family Medicine physician who felt called to the medical profession after her first career in Event Production. She was born in South Korea, moved to the US at age 9, and completed medical school at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. She trained at Riversi...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
6 mi · 26732 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ste 170, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 12 more
Accepting new patients · Expertise in lower back pain + 2 more ·
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"Medicine is a perfect fit for me," says Dr. Gonzalez. "I love people and science and working where I can do the most good. I strive to make sure patients understand their care so they can live healthier lives. I also work hard to have open access, so patients can be seen the same day." Dr. Gonzalez...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
6 mi · 26800 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ste 315, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 11 more
Accepting new patients ·
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Dr. Maria Savitt is a board certified internist for over 30 years with experience in the treatment of chronic diseases, such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes, to name a few. She takes pride and joy in caring for her patients and keeping them as healthy as possible by making up-to-date...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
3.57
·28 reviews
The conversation with the doctor felt very rushed and dismissive. I felt as if my questions were not fully being heard or answered. The door also kept opening while I was in the examining position which made me feel very uncomfortable.Click to read more
6 mi · 26800 Crown Vly Pkwy, Ste 485, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 36 more
Accepting new patientsExpertise in schizophrenia + 1 more
Primary Care Doctor (Virtual)
4.98
·52 reviews
Great location and staff. Good motivation for staying alive so I can see them on the reg! - May 25, 2023 by Patrick K.Click to read more
Mission Viejo, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Samoori earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. She completed both her internship and residency at the University of California. She feels it is important to stay current with the latest medical ...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
4.98
·52 reviews
Great location and staff. Good motivation for staying alive so I can see them on the reg! - May 25, 2023 by Patrick K.Click to read more
6 mi · 26732 Crown Valley Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Samoori earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. She completed both her internship and residency at the University of California. She feels it is important to stay current with the latest medical ...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
6 mi · 26800 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ste 305, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 12 more
Accepting new patients · Expertise in sepsis + 1 more ·
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Dr. Saba Akhtar is an internal medicine physician practicing in Mission Viejo, CA.Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
6 mi · 26800 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ste 325, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 13 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · 15 years of experience · Expertise in high cholesterol + 9 more ·
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Dr. Swadener is an internal medicine physician devoted to the overall health and well-being of her patients. A member of the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association, she has a wide variety of experience in general and internal medicine.Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
6 mi · 26800 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ste 325, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 13 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in chronic high blood pressure + 9 more ·
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Dr. Vy Nguyen received her Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry in 1991 at Wellesley College. She received her medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine New York, New York in 1997. She completed her Internal Medicine internship and residency training at the University of California, Davi...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor (Virtual)
Mission Viejo, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 13 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in chronic high blood pressure + 9 more ·
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Dr. Vy Nguyen received her Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry in 1991 at Wellesley College. She received her medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine New York, New York in 1997. She completed her Internal Medicine internship and residency training at the University of California, Davi...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
5.00
·35 reviews
6 mi · 26800 Crown Valley Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in chronic high blood pressure + 9 more ·
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Please note that this provider only sees adult patients. I believe in providing quality, comprehensive health care to patients with compassion and dedication. Optimal health involves both physical and emotional well-being. Building a relationship with patients based on trust is essential and achi...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
5.00
·35 reviews
6 mi · 26800 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ste 315, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in chronic high blood pressure + 9 more ·
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Please note that this provider only sees adult patients. I believe in providing quality, comprehensive health care to patients with compassion and dedication. Optimal health involves both physical and emotional well-being. Building a relationship with patients based on trust is essential and achi...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor (Virtual)
Mission Viejo, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 13 more
Accepting new patients · 15 years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in high cholesterol + 9 more ·
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Dr. Swadener is an internal medicine physician devoted to the overall health and well-being of her patients. A member of the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association, she has a wide variety of experience in general and internal medicine.Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
5.00
·35 reviews
He was a great dr and fully understand my concernsClick to read more
6 mi · 26800 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ste 305, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in chronic anemia + 9 more ·
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Please note that this provider only sees adult patients. Dr. Noorian received his Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from the University of Colorado in 1986 and graduated cum laude. He received his medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine in May 1991. He completed his ...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
4.89
·213 reviews
Dr. So was very kind and knowledgeable. Office staff was also great. Overall very pleasant and efficient experience. - Jul 19, 2023 by Amber L.Click to read more
7 mi · 4330 Barranca Parkway, Suite 245, Irvine, CA 92604
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 4 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Office staff message: Thank you for considering our clinic. Before booking with us through Zocdoc, please note the following important guidelines: *FOR ALL CALOPTIMA patients, you must switch your PCP to Dr. Simon So with your insurance BEFORE booking, or the visit cannot be covered.* ...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor (Virtual)
4.85
·27 reviews
Irvine, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Laura Leon, MD is a family medicine physician with St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group practicing in Irvine, CA.Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor (Virtual)
5.00
·30 reviews
Irvine, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Billy Zhang is a board-certified Internist with an eclectic background, having trained in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and working as a primary care provider in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Zhang's area of interest is providing patient centered care, understanding the best way to team up and address bo...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
4.85
·27 reviews
8 mi · 13400 Jamboree Rd, Ste 200, Irvine, CA 92602
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Laura Leon, MD is a family medicine physician with St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group practicing in Irvine, CA.Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
5.00
·30 reviews
8 mi · 13400 Jamboree Rd, Ste 200, Irvine, CA 92602
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended ·
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Dr. Billy Zhang is a board-certified Internist with an eclectic background, having trained in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and working as a primary care provider in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Zhang's area of interest is providing patient centered care, understanding the best way to team up and address bo...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
5.00
·35 reviews
New patient so lot to cover listened to me and added comments have appointment for follow up and yearly checkup - Mar 17, 2023 by Peggy H.Click to read more
8 mi · 13400 Jamboree Rd, Ste 200, Irvine, CA 92602
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in acute urinary tract infection + 5 more ·
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Dr. Kiana Nouri is a family medicine physician with St. Jude Heritage Medical Group. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. Dr. Nouri completed both her internship and residency at Northridge Ho...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor (Virtual)
4.94
·33 reviews
He was a good doctor. - Oct 11, 2025Click to read more
Irvine, CA
Accepts BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare + 1 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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PPO-only adult PCP/internal medicine in Irvine. Anthem Blue Cross PPO, Aetna PPO, Cigna PPO, and UnitedHealthcare PPO. Not Blue Shield of CA or HMO. I’m Farhad Nassiri Afshar, MD, an ABIM-certified internist and founder of Afshar Medical Group. I provide clear, practical, prevention-focused care f...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor (Virtual)
4.78
·144 reviews
Great doctor, very friendly, will see again for any other issues, thank you - Nov 22, 2025 by Cindy M.Click to read more
Irvine, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 1 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Welcome, and thank you for considering my practice. I’m a board-certified internal medicine physician, trained at the University of Southern California (USC), with over 20 years of experience in patient care, proudly serving the Irvine community. As a primary care physician, I specialize in weight ...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
8.5 mi · 28881 Airoso St, Ste 210, Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 92694
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 12 more
Accepting new patients · Expertise in high cholesterol + 6 more ·
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Dr. Asad is an easygoing provider who takes the time to treat the whole person rather than just their symptoms. He focuses on preventive health, early detection, and identifying risks to help his patients lead healthier lives. He's also interested in skin issues, chronic pain management, mental heal...Click to read more
Pediatrician
5.00
·3 reviews
2.5 mi · 23120 Alicia Pkwy, #230, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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CASH PAY clinic: - Fluent in both English and Spanish - Our services are SELF PAY Urgent care membership $50 and $99 per visit or one time visit: Sports physicals $75 Telemedicine: $75 Sick visit: $200 includes a Free one time follow up in the next two weeks Newborn visit (less than 2 months old) ...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
4.05
·20 reviews
Overall this was a pretty productive doctor's appointment, I felt very heard and while she ran through things quickly she made sure to take the time to explain everything in depth. I also felt her knowledge of my medical conditions was a lot more up-to-date than previous doctors were which I find in...Click to read more
9.5 mi · 124 Lomas Santa Fe Dr, Suite 206, Solana Beach, CA 92705
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 36 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients ·
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Dr. Natalie Marino is a compassionate physician board-certified in Family Medicine. She practices both Primary Care General Medicine, as well as Dermatology. She received her Medical Degree, as well as a Masters in Public Health, from the University of Pittsburgh. She completed her residency trainin...Click to read more
Nurse Practitioner
3 mi · 801 Spectrum Ctr Dr, Irvine, CA 92618
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 1 more
Accepting new patients ·
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Ms. Ashley Casey is a dedicated nurse practitioner. She practices at One Medical in Irvine, CA. Ms. Casey earned her master's degree in nursing from the University of California, Irvine. She works with patients to provide attentive care suited to their individual needs. Her approach emphasizes thou...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor (Virtual)
4.92
·52 reviews
Excellent - Apr 25, 2023 by Rebecca M.Click to read more
Tustin, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 4 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in high cholesterol + 5 more ·
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While I enjoy all aspects of adult medicine, I particularly appreciate caring for the elderly. Older adults have unique needs, concerns, and issues, and protecting their health requires not only expertise in chronic and complex health conditions but also a willingness to listen carefully and proacti...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
5.00
·33 reviews
10 mi · 1095 Irvine Blvd, Tustin, CA 92780
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 4 more
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Please note that this provider only sees adult patients. Dr. Drumil Bhatt is an internal medicine physician with St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group practicing in Tustin, CA. Dr. Bhatt attended medical school at Medical College of Wisconsin, and completed his internship and residency at Harbor-UCLA M...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
4.92
·52 reviews
Excellent - Apr 25, 2023 by Rebecca M.Click to read more
10 mi · 1095 Irvine Blvd, Tustin, CA 92780
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 4 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in high cholesterol + 5 more ·
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While I enjoy all aspects of adult medicine, I particularly appreciate caring for the elderly. Older adults have unique needs, concerns, and issues, and protecting their health requires not only expertise in chronic and complex health conditions but also a willingness to listen carefully and proacti...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
10.5 mi · 32341 Golden Lantern, Ste D, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 13 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in underactive thyroid + 6 more ·
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I enjoy building relationships with my patients and try to take the time to listen and learn each patient's story. As a family medicine physician, I love being able to care for the whole family - spouses, children, parents, neighbors and friends. My clinical areas of interest include women's health...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor (Virtual)
Laguna Niguel, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 13 more
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in underactive thyroid + 6 more ·
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I enjoy building relationships with my patients and try to take the time to listen and learn each patient's story. As a family medicine physician, I love being able to care for the whole family - spouses, children, parents, neighbors and friends. My clinical areas of interest include women's health...Click to read more
Primary Care Doctor
11 mi · 2212 E. 4th St, Ste 202, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 12 more
Accepting new patients
Primary Care Doctor
11 mi · 2212 E 4th St, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 13 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in chronic high blood pressure + 9 more ·
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For Dr. Jane Curtis, health care is a partnership between her patient and herself. By carefully listening she can understand their needs and concerns. By taking the time to answer her patient’s questions, her patients can make solid, informed choices about how to achieve good health. She specializes...Click to read more
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