Summary

Dr. Pavlina Smitaman is a family medicine physician with 18 years of experience providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University Alan and Marlene Norton College of Medicine. Dr. Smitaman's extensive background in family medicine allows her to address a wide range of health concerns while building lasting relationships with patients and their families.

Dr. Smitaman practices at multiple Kaiser Permanente locations throughout San Diego, California, making her services accessible to patients across the area. She specializes in managing diabetes, including Type 2 diabetes in both adults and children, as well as geriatric diabetes care. Her practice includes performing essential diagnostic tests such as comprehensive blood panels and complete blood counts to monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Smitaman an average rating of 4.8, reflecting their confidence in her compassionate and thorough approach to family healthcare.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 18 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Pavlina Stefanova Smitaman has 4 locations

Kaiser Permanente Vandever Medical Offices

4405 Vandever AveSan Diego, CA 92120
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

Dr. Pavlina Stefanova Smitaman

4540 Vandever AveSan Diego, CA 92120

San Diego Medical Center

4647 Zion AveSan Diego, CA 92120

Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center

9455 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92123

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Dr. Pavlina Stefanova Smitaman, MDDr. David Byron, MDShanekwah Melville, DNP, APRN, FNP-CDr. Joseph Michael Gomes, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
18 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
San Diego , CATuscon , AZHouston , TXFolsom , CA
Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: Ben-Gurion University Of The Negev Faculty Of Health Sciences Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Pavlina Stefanova Smitaman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CenCal Health
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • HealthPartners
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Pavlina Stefanova Smitaman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Pavlina Stefanova Smitaman has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of MedGraduated in 2008

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Pavlina Smitaman accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Pavlina Smitaman's office located?
Dr. Pavlina Smitaman's office is located at 4405 Vandever Ave, San Diego, CA, 92120.
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