Summary

Dr. Leah Farinas is a surgeon who earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed her residency at LSU Health Sciences. With three decades of surgical experience, she specializes in general surgery with expertise in various surgical procedures. Dr. Farinas is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Farinas maintains affiliations with Sharp Coronado Hospital and practices throughout the San Diego area, including locations in Coronado, La Mesa, and National City. She frequently treats patients with gallbladder conditions such as acute cholecystitis and gallstones, as well as ventral hernias. Her surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and providing sedation services for procedures. Patients have given Dr. Farinas an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 30 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 10 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Leah Farinas has 10 locations

Leah Farinas Surgical Services

6386 Alvarado CtSan Diego, CA 92120

6699 Alvarado Rd

6699 Alvarado Rd Ste 2309San Diego, CA 92120
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

230 Prospect Pl

230 Prospect Pl Ste 220Coronado, CA 92118

Paradise Valley Hospital

2400 E 4th StNational City, CA 91950

Sharp Coronado Hospital

250 Prospect PlCoronado, CA 92118

Sharp Mary Birch Hospital For Women And Newborns

3003 Health Center DrSan Diego, CA 92123

Sharp Memorial Hospital

7901 Frost StSan Diego, CA 92123

Sharp Grossmont Hospital

5555 Grossmont Center DrLa Mesa, CA 91942

San Diego Outpatient Surgical Center

3939 Ruffin Rd Ste 101San Diego, CA 92123
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Leah Farinas, MDDr. Seth Aaron Goodman, MDDr. Alexander Anthony Roher, MDDr. Robert Alan Izenberg, MD
SurgeryDiagnostic RadiologyAnesthesiologyCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
4.5 
30 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
San Diego , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CALincoln , NE
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Leah Farinas

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Ambetter - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • National Vision Administrators - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Leah Farinas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Leah Farinas has the following area of expertise

  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lsu Health Sciences

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Leah Farinas affiliated with?
Dr. Leah Farinas is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital.
Does Dr. Leah Farinas accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. Leah Farinas accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Leah Farinas accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Dr. Leah Farinas's office located?
Dr. Leah Farinas's office is located at 6386 Alvarado Ct, San Diego, CA, 92120.

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