Dr. Charles E. Hollingsworth, MD | La Jolla, CA | Psychiatrist

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Dr. Hollingsworth graduated from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in 1972. He works in La Jolla, CA and specializes in Psychiatry. Dr. Hollingsworth is affiliated with Ventura County Medical Center.

4.5

13 Ratings
54 years of experience
speaks English
University Of Florida Health Shands Hospital
5 written reviews
1 specialty
12 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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4.5

13 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 7 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Genuine, intelligent, caring man who has helped me more than I ever could have imagined. He has gone above and beyond this is truly his passion not just his job.

March 14th, 2016

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Very caring and able to diagnosis in a timely fashion

January 27th, 2015

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YOU NEED TO REMOVE HIM. HIS OFFICE LADY, RUDE. SAID HE IS NOT TAKING ANYONE. B UT COULD CHANGE ON DAILY BASIS BUT DONT BOTHER CALLING BACK HE THINKS HE IS RETIREING. CONFUSING . WOULD NOT GIVE A REFERAL AND COLD COULD CARE LESS ATTITUDE. ALL ABOUT BUSINESS SEEMS .SHE WOULD NOT EVEN ASK HIM FOR A REFERAL FOR ANOTHER ON. AND ASKED FOR MY INSURANCE. WHY IF NOT TAKING ANYONE. SO MUCH FOR THIS. HAD NECK SURGERY AND NEED ED TO TALK TO SOMEONE. . SEEMS SOME PSYS OR AND HELPERS ACTUALLY NEED HELP. !!

March 25th, 2013

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Thank you so much you have really changed my life for the better. Without your gratitude, dedication, & experience. I would not be where I am today. For that I am forever grateful & truely blessed.

May 31st, 2011

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My family and I were going through a traumatic event. Dr. Hollingsworth and his staff were very supportive and helped us get on with our lives- together and helped us reconnect. He is caring and dependable.

March 23rd, 2010

Dr. Charles Edward Hollingsworth

7825 Fay Ave Ste 200La Jolla, CA 92037

Tel: (858) 454-1850


Dr. Charles Edward Hollingsworth, MD	Kevin Santos, PMHNP	Dr. Shala Sobhani, MD	Desanne Gonsalves
Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (13 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	2.3 (3 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
54 Years of Experience	4 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English		Speaks French, English, Farsi	Speaks Spanish, English
La Jolla , CA	San Diego , CA	San Diego , CA	Beverly Hills , CA
Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine	Med School: University of San Diego	Med School: Ufr De Medecine Cochin-Port Royal
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Psychiatry

Acne
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder / Manic Depressive Disorder
Birth Control
Depression
Depressive Disorder
Eating Disorders
Insomnia
Schizophrenia
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Sleep Disorders
Substance Abuse

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Florida Health Shands Hospital

Medical School

University Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated in 1972

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