Summary

Dr. Valerie Espinoza specializes in internal medicine with additional expertise in critical care medicine. She earned her medical degree from American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine and brings five years of clinical experience to her practice. Her dual specialization allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex medical conditions requiring both routine management and intensive monitoring.

Dr. Espinoza practices at Kern Medical Center in Bakersfield, California, where she focuses on treating patients with chronic lung disease and COPD with additional health complications. She also cares for individuals with interstitial lung disease, which affects the tissue around the air sacs in the lungs. Her expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing to evaluate how well patients' lungs are working, along with specialized breathing tests to assess asthma and determine the best treatment approaches for respiratory conditions.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Kern Medical Center

1700 Mount Vernon AveBakersfield, CA 93306

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Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Valerie Elise Espinoza

  • Alignment Health Plan
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Brand New Day
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Valerie Elise Espinoza has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Valerie Elise Espinoza has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

5 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

American University Of The Caribbean School Of MedicineGraduated in 2021

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Dr. Valerie Espinoza is affiliated with Kern Medical Center.
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