Summary

Dr. John Wachtel is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist with five decades of experience caring for women throughout their reproductive years and beyond. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency training at UCSD Medical Center. His extensive career spans 50 years of dedicated practice in women's health. Dr. Wachtel is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Wachtel practices at Stanford Hospital and Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford, with locations in Stanford and Palo Alto, California. He specializes in treating conditions such as vaginitis and abnormal uterine bleeding, helping women address common gynecological concerns. His expertise includes performing breast cancer screenings and pelvic ultrasounds to ensure comprehensive women's health care. Patients have given Dr. Wachtel an average rating of 4.0, reflecting their confidence in his clinical expertise and compassionate approach to care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 50 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Ucsd Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Steven Wachtel has 4 locations

Stanford Hospital

300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305

Lucile Salter Packard Childrens Hospital At Stanford

725 Welch RdPalo Alto, CA 94304

Stanford Hospital

300 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

Stanford Health Care

500 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Portuguese, German Speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Stanford , CALos Angeles , CAEncino , CARedwood City , CA
Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: Emory University Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Steven Wachtel

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Steven Wachtel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Steven Wachtel has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Birth Control
  • C-section
  • Child Birth
  • Hot Flashes
  • Infertility
  • Menopause
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Pap Smear
  • Pelvic Exam
  • Pregnancy
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsd Medical Center

Medical School

University Of California San Diego School Of MedicineGraduated in 1976

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. John Wachtel accepting new patients?
Dr. John Wachtel has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Wachtel affiliated with?
Dr. John Wachtel is affiliated with Stanford Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Wachtel?
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Where is Dr. John Wachtel's office located?
Dr. John Wachtel's office is located at 300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA, 94305.
Does Dr. John Wachtel accept my insurance?
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