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Summary
Dr. Ochs has been practicing medicine since 1971 and was board certified in Emergency Medicine in 1980. Dr. Ochs received his medical degree from the University of Iowa in 1967 and served his internship at the University of Iowa Hospital. He has been the Director of the Emergency Department at Scripps Memorial Hospital of Chula Vista since 1971. Dr. Ochs is also the Emergency Medical Services Medical Director for San Diego County.
Quick Facts
- 59 years of experience
- University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Dr. Melvin Anthony Ochs, MD | Dr. Frank Byoung Lee, MD | Christopher Carleo, MD | Dr. Lauren Beth Giglia, DO |
| Emergency Medicine | Emergency Medicine | Emergency Medicine | Emergency Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 59 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog, Portuguese | Speaks English | ||
| Chula Vista , CA | Allen , TX | East Setauket , NY | Chula Vista , CA |
| Med School: University Of Iowa | Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: Suny Stony Brookhealth | Med School: UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA COLLEGE OF MEDICINE |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Melvin Anthony Ochs has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Melvin Anthony Ochs has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
59 Years Experience
Dr. Melvin Anthony Ochs holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Iowa in 1967.
NPI Number
Dr. Ochs' NPI number is 1598792442.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Melvin Ochs affiliated with?
- Dr. Melvin Ochs is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista.
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- Where is Dr. Melvin Ochs's office located?
- Dr. Melvin Ochs's office is located at 435 H St, Chula Vista, CA, 91910.
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