Summary

Dr. Gary Firestein is a rheumatologist with nearly five decades of experience treating complex joint and autoimmune conditions. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and has dedicated 46 years to helping patients manage rheumatic diseases. Dr. Firestein speaks English and brings extensive expertise to his practice in rheumatology.

Dr. Firestein practices at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with Sharp Coronado Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating arthritis and osteoarthritis, helping patients find relief from joint pain and stiffness. He also specializes in managing various rheumatic diseases that affect the body's connective tissues. Dr. Firestein performs comprehensive blood work including complete blood counts and specialized immunology testing to diagnose and monitor autoimmune conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 46 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

4168 Front StSan Diego, CA 92103
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Gary S. Firestein, MDDr. Mark Charles TotoritisDr. Justin John PutzDr. Ailee Kirkpatrick
RheumatologyInternal MedicineRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
46 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
San Diego , CARancho Santa Fe , CASan Diego , CAPoway , CA
Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Pacific Northwest University Of Health Science College Of Osteopathic Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gary S. Firestein

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gary S. Firestein has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gary S. Firestein has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatologist
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Johns Hopkins University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1980

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Dr. Gary Firestein is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital.
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Dr. Gary Firestein's office is located at 4168 Front St, San Diego, CA, 92103.
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