Summary

Dr. Thomas Hemmen is a neurologist with expertise in vascular surgery and cardiovascular surgery who has dedicated over three decades to patient care. He earned his medical degree and PhD from Freie Universitaet Berlin Medizinische Fachbereich and completed his residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital. With 32 years of clinical experience, Dr. Hemmen brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both German and English.

Dr. Hemmen practices at UC San Diego Health in La Jolla, California, and maintains hospital privileges at University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating patients with stroke and cerebrovascular disease. Dr. Hemmen also utilizes therapeutic hypothermia techniques in patient care. He coordinates comprehensive care that may include physical therapy, advanced imaging such as MRI, and laboratory monitoring through blood work.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2
  • 32 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks German, English
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

9434 Medical Center DrLa Jolla, CA 92037
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks German, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks English
La Jolla , CALos Altos , CAOrange , CAWalnut Creek, , CA
Med School: Freie Universitaet Berlin Medizinische Fachbereich Med School: Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital - New York, NY Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Hemmen

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Hemmen has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Hemmen has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Basal Ganglia Cerebrovascular Disease
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Induced Hypothermia
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Migraine Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Neurologist
  • Stroke
  • Vascular Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

New York Presbyterian Hospital

Medical School

Freie Universitaet Berlin Medizinische FachbereichGraduated in 1996
Freie Universitat BerlinGraduated in 1994

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Thomas Hemmen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Hemmen affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Hemmen is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Hemmen?
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What languages does Dr. Thomas Hemmen speak?
Dr. Thomas Hemmen speaks German and English.

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