Summary

Dr. Carol Salem-Hand is a urologist who specializes in treating conditions of the urinary system and male reproductive health. They earned their medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and completed residency training at LAC USC Medical Center. With 35 years of experience in urology, Dr. Salem-Hand has developed extensive expertise in their field. They provide care in English.

Dr. Salem-Hand practices at Palomar Medical Center and sees patients in San Diego, California. They focus on treating prostate cancer, including recurrent cases and advanced or metastatic forms of the disease. Dr. Salem-Hand performs diagnostic procedures such as urine tests and CT scans to help identify and monitor urological conditions. They also offer virtual care options for patient convenience. Patients have given Dr. Salem-Hand an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 35 years of experience
  • 78 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Lac Usc Medical Center
  • 44 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Unio Specialty Care - Urology

4060 4th Ave Ste 310San Diego, CA 92103

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Dr. Carol E. Salem-Hand, MDDr. Eric William Gerber, MDDr. Richard Ivan Tapper, MDCindy Jansen
UrologyUrologyUrologyUrology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.4 
35 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
San Diego , CASan Marcos , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Carol E. Salem-Hand

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Brand New Day
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Community Health Group
  • Community Health Group - HMO
  • Community Health Group - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Health Net - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - HMO
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mercy Care
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • NALC Health Benefit Plan
  • SAMBA
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • State Farm
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Carol E. Salem-Hand has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Carol E. Salem-Hand has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Stones
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer (Prostatic Neoplasm)
  • Prostatitis
  • Urinary Bladder Cancer
  • Urologic Emergencies

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lac Usc Medical Center

Medical School

Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern CaliforniaGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Carol Salem-Hand's office located?
Dr. Carol Salem-Hand's office is located at 4060 4th Ave Ste 310, San Diego, CA, 92103.
Is Dr. Carol Salem-Hand accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Carol Salem-Hand affiliated with?
Dr. Carol Salem-Hand is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center.
Does Dr. Carol Salem-Hand accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Carol Salem-Hand has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Carol Salem-Hand accept my insurance?
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