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5 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Ernest Almendarez is a family medicine physician who also specializes in emergency medicine. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at UCSF Medical Center. With 32 years of clinical experience, Dr. Almendarez brings extensive knowledge to both primary care and urgent medical situations. He is fluent in English and Spanish.
Dr. Almendarez practices at Saint Joseph's Medical Center and serves patients throughout Stockton, California. His expertise includes treating conditions such as high blood pressure, respiratory infections, and weight management concerns. He performs diagnostic procedures including urine testing, strep throat testing, and pregnancy testing. Patients consistently rate Dr. Almendarez highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Almendarez practices at Saint Joseph's Medical Center and serves patients throughout Stockton, California. His expertise includes treating conditions such as high blood pressure, respiratory infections, and weight management concerns. He performs diagnostic procedures including urine testing, strep throat testing, and pregnancy testing. Patients consistently rate Dr. Almendarez highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- 32 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Ucsf Medical Center
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Ernest Rios Almendarez has 4 locationsCommunity Medical Centers East March Lane
1801 E March Ln Ste D470Stockton, CA 95210 Tel: (209) 507-7000
Mon9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Community Medical Centers Channel
747 E CHANNEL STSTOCKTON, CA 95202 Tel: (209) 774-3900
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SunClosed
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 32 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Stockton , CA | Houston , TX | San Pedro , CA | Houston , TX |
| Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla | Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ernest Rios Almendarez
Medical Specialties
Dr. Ernest Rios Almendarez has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Ernest Rios Almendarez has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Ucsf Medical Center
Medical School
David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 1994
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