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Summary
Dr. Lara Spence is a surgeon who specializes in surgery and critical care medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of California Davis School of Medicine and has been practicing for 13 years. Her dual expertise allows her to provide comprehensive surgical care while managing critically ill patients who require intensive monitoring and treatment.
Dr. Spence is affiliated with Harbor UCLA Medical Center and University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest, where she practices in San Diego, California. She treats patients with conditions such as cuts and wounds, arm fractures, and chronic kidney disease. Her surgical skills include performing chest imaging procedures and specialized laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis. These minimally invasive techniques help patients recover more quickly with smaller incisions.
Dr. Spence is affiliated with Harbor UCLA Medical Center and University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest, where she practices in San Diego, California. She treats patients with conditions such as cuts and wounds, arm fractures, and chronic kidney disease. Her surgical skills include performing chest imaging procedures and specialized laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis. These minimally invasive techniques help patients recover more quickly with smaller incisions.
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Quick Facts
- 13 years of experience
- 7 insurance plans accepted
- University Of California Davis School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest
200 W Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103 Tel: (858) 657-7000
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| Surgery | Critical Care Medicine | Trauma Surgery | Emergency Medicine |
| 13 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | 33 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | |||
| San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA | Bay Shore , NY | San Diego , CA |
| Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine | Med School: MOUNT SINAI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE OF NEW YORK UNIVERSITY | Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lara Heather Spence
Medical Specialties
Dr. Lara Heather Spence has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lara Heather Spence has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
13 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of California Davis School Of MedicineGraduated in 2013
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Lara Spence affiliated with?
- Dr. Lara Spence is affiliated with Harbor Ucla Medical Center and University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest.
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