4.7
6 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. James Michelsen is an internal medicine physician who specializes in geriatric medicine, bringing three decades of experience to his practice in San Diego. He earned his medical degree from the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah and completed his residency training at New England Medical Center. Dr. Michelsen is fluent in Chinese, Spanish, English, German, and Vietnamese, allowing him to communicate with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Michelsen practices at several locations throughout San Diego, including the Jennifer Moreno Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, VA Mission Valley Outpatient Clinic, and University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest. He focuses on treating common conditions that affect older adults, including joint pain and muscle weakness. His approach to care includes physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients maintain their mobility and independence. Patients have rated Dr. …Michelsen 4.7 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate and thorough care.
Read More Read less Dr. Michelsen practices at several locations throughout San Diego, including the Jennifer Moreno Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, VA Mission Valley Outpatient Clinic, and University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest. He focuses on treating common conditions that affect older adults, including joint pain and muscle weakness. His approach to care includes physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients maintain their mobility and independence. Patients have rated Dr. …Michelsen 4.7 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate and thorough care.
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Quick Facts
- 30 years of experience
- 9 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Chinese, Spanish, English, German, Vietnamese
- New England Medical Center
- 4 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Walter Michelsen has 3 locationsJennifer Moreno Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
3350 La Jolla Village DrSan Diego, CA 92161 Tel: (858) 552-8585
Va Mission Valley Outpatient Clinic
8810 Rio San Diego DrSan Diego, CA 92108 Tel: (619) 400-5000
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest
200 W Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103 Tel: (619) 543-6222
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Walter Michelsen
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Walter Michelsen has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Walter Michelsen has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
30 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2028, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
New England Medical Center
Medical School
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of UtahGraduated in 1996
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- Dr. James Michelsen's office is located at 3350 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA, 92161.
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- Dr. James Michelsen speaks Chinese, Spanish, English, German, and Vietnamese.
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