Summary

Dr. Joseph Mares is a cardiovascular disease specialist who also practices pediatrics, bringing 19 years of experience to his care of patients with heart conditions. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, one of the nation's leading medical institutions.

Dr. Mares is affiliated with Children's Hospital Los Angeles and practices at Kaiser Permanente locations in Downey, California. His expertise includes treating congenital heart disease, which affects children born with structural heart problems. He also manages cardiac arrhythmias and helps patients with chest wall pain. Dr. Mares performs diagnostic procedures such as electrocardiograms to monitor heart rhythm, transthoracic echocardiograms to examine heart structure and function, and ambulatory EKG monitoring for continuous heart rhythm assessment.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 19 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph Charles Mares has 2 locations

Kaiser Permanente Orchard Medical Offices

9449 Imperial HwyDowney, CA 90242
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseasePediatrics
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
19 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Taiwanese, Mandarin Speaks English, Hindi
Downey , CATorrance , CAWinter Park , FLAnaheim , CA
Med School: COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS Med School: New York Medical College Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Charles Mares

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE) - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Charles Mares has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Charles Mares has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Pediatrics
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONSGraduated in 2008
Columbia University College Of Physicians & SurgeonsGraduated in 2007

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Joseph Mares's office located?
Dr. Joseph Mares's office is located at 9449 Imperial Hwy, Downey, CA, 90242.
Does Dr. Joseph Mares accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joseph Mares has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Mares affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Mares is affiliated with Childrens Hospital Los Angeles.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Mares?
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Does Dr. Joseph Mares accept my insurance?
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