4.7
3 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Jorge Carrera is an internal medicine physician with over four decades of medical experience serving patients throughout Southern California. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Loma Linda University Medical Center. Dr. Carrera has built extensive expertise in internal medicine over his 41-year career, focusing on comprehensive adult healthcare and preventive medicine.
Dr. Carrera practices at multiple locations including Escondido and San Diego, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Palomar Medical Center. His clinical expertise includes treating high cholesterol in children and teens, as well as managing cataracts and related eye conditions. He performs cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants to help restore patients' vision. Patients have rated Dr. Carrera 4.7 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his …compassionate care and clinical skills.
Read More Read less Dr. Carrera practices at multiple locations including Escondido and San Diego, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Palomar Medical Center. His clinical expertise includes treating high cholesterol in children and teens, as well as managing cataracts and related eye conditions. He performs cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants to help restore patients' vision. Patients have rated Dr. Carrera 4.7 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his …compassionate care and clinical skills.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 41 years of experience
- Loma Linda University Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Jorge Aurelio Carrera has 4 locationsEscondido Family Medicine
704 E Grand AveEscondido, CA 92025Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
San Ysidro Health Center
950 S Euclid AveSan Diego, CA 92114 Tel: (619) 662-4100
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
King Chavez Health Center
950 S Euclid AveSan Diego, CA 92114 Tel: (619) 662-4100
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 41 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Escondido , CA | Beverly Hills , CA | SHERMAN OAKS , CA | Lyons , CO |
| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jorge Aurelio Carrera
Medical Specialties
Dr. Jorge Aurelio Carrera has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Jorge Aurelio Carrera has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Loma Linda University Medical Center
Medical School
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1985
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Jorge Carrera affiliated with?
- Dr. Jorge Carrera is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Palomar Medical Center.
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- Where is Dr. Jorge Carrera's office located?
- Dr. Jorge Carrera's office is located at 704 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA, 92025.
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