Summary

Dr. Ernesto Salas is an internal medicine physician who brings nearly five decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Cebu Institute of Medicine and completed his residency training at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. With 47 years in medicine, Dr. Salas has developed extensive expertise in caring for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions. He is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, allowing him to serve patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Dr. Salas practices at multiple locations throughout the Temecula and Murrieta areas in California, including Temecula Valley Hospital, Rancho Springs Medical Center, and Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta. His clinical focus includes treating high cholesterol in children and teens, managing obesity and weight concerns, and addressing hyperlipidemia. He performs routine diagnostic procedures such as depression screenings, urine tests, and electrocardiograms to monitor heart health. Patients have given Dr. Salas an average rating of 2.7 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 2.7
  • 47 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • 23 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Ernesto Tan Salas has 3 locations

Temecula Valley Hospital

31700 Temecula PkwyTemecula, CA 92592

Rancho Springs Medical Center

25500 Medical Center DrMurrieta, CA 92562

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Speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English, Tamil Speaks English, Spanish
Temecula , CAPalo Alto , CAScottsdale , AZKaty , TX
Med School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ernesto Tan Salas

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Ernesto Tan Salas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ernesto Tan Salas has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Arthritis
  • Cholesterol Management
  • Diabetes
  • Lyme Disease
  • Other
  • Shingles (Herpes Zoster)

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. Ernesto Tan Salas holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine and Cebu Institute Of Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Salas' NPI number is 1841380565.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Ernesto Salas's office located?
Dr. Ernesto Salas's office is located at 31700 Temecula Pkwy, Temecula, CA, 92592.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ernesto Salas affiliated with?
Dr. Ernesto Salas is affiliated with Rancho Springs Medical Center, Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta, and Temecula Valley Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ernesto Salas?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ernesto Salas here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Ernesto Salas accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ernesto Salas has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Ernesto Salas accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ernesto Salas accepts on their Vitals profile.

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