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4 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Douglas Galasko specializes in neurology with nearly five decades of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of the Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Health System. With 47 years of dedicated practice in neurological care, Dr. Galasko brings extensive expertise to complex neurological conditions. He provides care in English for his patients.
Dr. Galasko practices at UC San Diego Health in La Jolla, California, and maintains an affiliation with the Jennifer Moreno Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. He focuses on treating Alzheimer's disease and dementia with Lewy bodies. His approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients maintain mobility and function. Patients have given Dr. Galasko an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his neurological expertise.
Dr. Galasko practices at UC San Diego Health in La Jolla, California, and maintains an affiliation with the Jennifer Moreno Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. He focuses on treating Alzheimer's disease and dementia with Lewy bodies. His approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients maintain mobility and function. Patients have given Dr. Galasko an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his neurological expertise.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 47 years of experience
- 26 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Johns Hopkins Health System
- 2 specialties
- 12 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
UC San Diego Health
9444 Medical Center DrLa Jolla, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 657-8540
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Neurology | Neurology | Neurology | Neurology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 47 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience |
| Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish | Speaks English |
| La Jolla , CA | Los Altos , CA | CORONA DEL MAR , CA | Walnut Creek, , CA |
| Med School: University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences | Med School: Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital - New York, NY | Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas Galasko
Medical Specialties
Dr. Douglas Galasko has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Douglas Galasko has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
47 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medical School
University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health SciencesGraduated in 1979
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- What languages does Dr. Douglas Galasko speak?
- Dr. Douglas Galasko speaks English.
- Does Dr. Douglas Galasko accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Yes, Dr. Douglas Galasko accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Douglas Galasko's office located?
- Dr. Douglas Galasko's office is located at 9444 Medical Center Dr, La Jolla, CA, 92037.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Douglas Galasko affiliated with?
- Dr. Douglas Galasko is affiliated with Jennifer Moreno Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
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