Summary

Dr. Carl Orr is a surgeon with over four decades of experience in the medical field. He earned his medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Dr. Orr brings 41 years of surgical expertise to his practice, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to patient care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations in their preferred language.

Dr. Orr practices at multiple locations in La Mesa, California, including Grossmont Surgical Associates and Sharp Grossmont Hospital, with additional affiliations at East Campus Medical Center at UC San Diego Health. His surgical expertise focuses on treating hernias, including ventral and inguinal hernias, as well as gallbladder conditions. Dr. Orr performs various surgical procedures and diagnostic pathology tests to help patients receive comprehensive care. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their experiences with his surgical services.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 41 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Carl Eric Orr has 3 locations

Grossmont Surgical Associates

5565 Grossmont Center Dr # 221La Mesa, CA 91942
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

Grossmont Surgical Associates

5565 Grossmont Center DrLa Mesa, CA 91942

Sharp Grossmont Hospital

5555 Grossmont Center DrLa Mesa, CA 91942

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3.8 
41 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
La Mesa , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CA
Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Carl Eric Orr

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - PPO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Carl Eric Orr has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Carl Eric Orr has the following area of expertise

  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

Medical School

University Of Colorado School Of MedicineGraduated in 1985

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What languages does Dr. Carl Orr speak?
Dr. Carl Orr speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Carl Orr accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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