Summary

Dr. Wayne Kurisu is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine. With three decades of clinical experience, he specializes in comprehensive adult healthcare with particular expertise in managing cholesterol disorders and lipid conditions. Dr. Kurisu is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations throughout the San Diego area.

Dr. Kurisu practices at multiple Sharp Healthcare locations throughout San Diego and Coronado, including Sharp Memorial Hospital. He focuses on treating high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and familial lipid disorders. His diagnostic approach includes comprehensive blood work such as complete blood counts and lipid panels to monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kurisu highly, with an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his care and clinical expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 30 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Wayne Owen Kurisu has 4 locations

Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Downtown San Diego

300 Fir StSan Diego, CA 92101
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown

300 Fir St Ste 205San Diego, CA 92101

Sharp Coronado Hospital

250 Prospect PlCoronado, CA 92118

Sharp Mary Birch Hospital For Women And Newborns

3003 Health Center DrSan Diego, CA 92123

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30 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, French, Bambara Speaks English, Tamil
San Diego , CASHERMAN OAKS , CATigard , ORLos Altos , CA
Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Wayne Owen Kurisu

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Wayne Owen Kurisu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Wayne Owen Kurisu has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of California San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Dr. Wayne Kurisu speaks English and Spanish.

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