Dr. William Padilla, MD

Dr. WILLIAM PADILLA, MD is a BOARD CERTIFIED FAMILY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN

Dr. William Padilla, founder of Padilla Family Medicine in Chula Vista, California, was born in Monterey, Mexico, and raised in Houston, Texas. Influenced by his parents, both physicians, he pursued a career in medicine to build strong connections with patients and help them through challenging times.

Dr. Padilla completed his medical education in Monterey, Mexico, and his Family Practice residency at the University of Massachusetts. Drawn to Southern California for its lifestyle and surfing, he moved to San Diego and practiced at Chula Vista Family Medical Clinic for 15 years before opening his own practice 24 years ago.

Dr. Padilla focuses on personalized, preventive care, partnering with patients to optimize their health. Outside of medicine, he enjoys surfing, hiking, running, and woodworking. He advocates for a healthy lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of fitness and a balanced diet at any age.

… Dr. William Padilla is dedicated to providing comprehensive care and helping patients achieve optimal health and wellness.

San Diego Medical Group

Primary Care For All

Our specialty is family care. We have resources and a team dedicated to you and your family to ensure you are receiving the best care possible. 

Our Patient-Centered Medical Home is committed to providing same day appointments and offering expanded hours to meet your needs. We will use our electronic medical record, eClinicalWorks, to support the best care, quality and safety by helping us identify and provide for your needs and the needs of our entire patient population. You will be given care that is based on quality and safety. Additionally, we are able to contact you via electronic reminders for appointments, preventative services and chronic care assistance.

Our primary care physicians are dedicated to enhancing your quality of life. We focus on your overall health and well-being while fostering meaningful connections with our providers and staff, so you feel like part of our family. Healthcare goes beyond the clinic; we offer programs and resources that emphasize prevention, empowering you to take charge of your health before issues arise.

The relationship between you, your Primary Care Provider, and the Care Team staff (our office staff) is the driving force behind a Patient-Centered Medical Home. Whether you regularly see one of our Doctors or our Nurse Practitioner, you will be provided medical care that is right for you based on clinical guidelines shown to improve health. You will be given evidence-based care that meets your needs and fits your goals and values.