Dr. Walter Spears, MD | Pasadena, CA | Family Medicine

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Dr. Walter Spears is a family medicine physician who also specializes in addiction medicine. He earned his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine and completed his residency at LAC USC Medical Center. With five decades of medical practice, Dr. Spears brings extensive experience to patient care. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Spears practices at locations in Pasadena and Arcadia, California, with affiliations at Huntington Memorial Hospital, USC Arcadia Hospital, and College Hospital Costa Mesa. His expertise includes treating chronic kidney disease and various stages of kidney disease. He performs dialysis procedures and conducts complete blood counts along with white blood cell differentials. Patients have rated Dr. Spears 4.8 out of 5 stars on average.

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4.8

16 Ratings
50 years of experience
speaks Spanish, English
Lac Usc Medical Center
5 written reviews
2 specialties
9 areas of expertise
3 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

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What a great Doctor!

January 15th, 2016

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I've been to see Dr. Spears 3 times.He change some of my medications and it has made a difference somewhat.He has referred me to a specialist who I see tomorrow,hopefully I can have some things cleared up.Dr Spears seems very caring and he is very professional. I've never heard of a Dr. accepting cash only,maybe he's been burned a few times,that's not always convient though.

November 16th, 2015

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Dr. Spears has been my doctor for 15 years.I have never had a bad experience on the contrary, he is the best doctor ever, he has seen me through some difficult times and was always attentive, understanding and practices sound medicine. Our whole family is with Dr. Spears, my son, daughter in-law and grand daughter!

January 20th, 2012

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Dr. Spears always takes the time to give personal attention and really cares about his patients. He has been reachable for even minor emergencies on weekends and holidays.I love this doctor so much I drive all the way back to Pasadena from North Hollywood for my appointments rather than finding a new doctor closer.

September 16th, 2011

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Great Doctor!

May 10th, 2010

Huntington Memorial Hospital

100 W California BlvdPasadena, CA 91105

Tel: (626) 397-5000

Methodist Hospital Of Southern California

300 W Huntington DrArcadia, CA 91007

Tel: (626) 898-8000


Dr. Walter Spears, MD	Dr. Shawn Younessi, MD	Dr. Sera Ramadan, DO	Dr. Howard Pyo, DO
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (16 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
50 Years of Experience		11 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English		Speaks English	Speaks English
Pasadena , CA	Tarzana , CA	Glendale , CA	Fullerton , CA
Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine		Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic	Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Addiction Medicine
Check-up
Contraception
Drug Abuse (Substance-Related Addiction Disorders)
Family Planning
Flu (Human Influenza)
Immunization
Influenza
Weight Loss

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lac Usc Medical Center

Medical School

Howard University College Of MedicineGraduated in 1976

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What languages does Dr. Walter Spears speak?: Dr. Walter Spears speaks Spanish and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Walter Spears affiliated with?: Dr. Walter Spears is affiliated with Huntington Memorial Hospital, Usc Arcadia Hospital, and College Hospital Costa Mesa.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Spears?: You can find contact information for Dr. Walter Spears here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Walter Spears accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Walter Spears accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Walter Spears's office located?: Dr. Walter Spears's office is located at 100 W California Blvd, Pasadena, CA, 91105.

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