Summary

Dr. Philip Butler specializes in urology with 46 years of experience in the field. They earned their medical degree from New York Medical College and completed their residency at UCSD Medical Center. As a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), Dr. Butler brings extensive expertise to urological care. They communicate with patients in English.

Dr. Butler practices at multiple locations in La Jolla and Encinitas, California, with hospital affiliations including Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center, and Scripps Green Hospital. They focus on treating conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia, excessive urination, and erectile dysfunction. Common procedures in their practice include urine testing, urodynamic studies to evaluate bladder function, and cystoscopy for direct examination of the urinary tract. Patients have given Dr. Butler an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 46 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Ucsd Medical Center
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Philip A. Butler, MD, FACS has 2 locations

Unio Specialty Care - Urology

9850 Genesee Ave Ste 440La Jolla, CA 92037

Unio Specialty Care - Urology

320 Santa Fe Dr Ste 108Encinitas, CA 92024

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UrologySurgeryUrologyUrology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
46 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
La Jolla , CASan Diego , CASan Marcos , CALa Jolla , CA
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Philip A. Butler, MD, FACS has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Philip A. Butler, MD, FACS has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Enlarged Prostate (Prostatic Hyperplasia)
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Stones
  • Laser Lithotripsy
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Urologic Emergencies

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsd Medical Center

Medical School

New York Medical CollegeGraduated in 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Philip Butler, MD, FACS's office located?
Dr. Philip Butler, MD, FACS's office is located at 9850 Genesee Ave Ste 440, La Jolla, CA, 92037.
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Does Dr. Philip Butler, MD, FACS accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Philip Butler, MD, FACS affiliated with?
Dr. Philip Butler, MD, FACS is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center, and Scripps Green Hospital.

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