Summary

Dr. Alan Wittgrove specializes in surgery with extensive expertise spanning five decades of medical practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri Columbia School of Medicine and completed his residency at the United States Naval Medical Center. With 50 years of experience in the field, Dr. Wittgrove has developed particular expertise in bariatric and weight management surgery. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Wittgrove practices at the Wittgrove Bariatric Center in Del Mar, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. His clinical focus centers on treating obesity and overweight conditions in both adult and pediatric patients. He also addresses high cholesterol in children and teens as part of his comprehensive approach to weight-related health issues. Patients consistently rate Dr. Wittgrove highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 50 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • United States Naval Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Wittgrove Bariatric Center

12865 Pointe del Mar Way Ste 130Del Mar, CA 92014
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgeryDiagnostic RadiologyEmergency MedicineAnesthesiology
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4.5 
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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Del Mar , CASan Diego , CAPittsburgh , PASan Diego , CA
Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alan Craig Wittgrove

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alan Craig Wittgrove has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alan Craig Wittgrove has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Morbid Obesity
  • Other
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

United States Naval Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Missouri Columbia School Of MedicineGraduated in 1976

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Alan Wittgrove's office located?
Dr. Alan Wittgrove's office is located at 12865 Pointe del Mar Way Ste 130, Del Mar, CA, 92014.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alan Wittgrove affiliated with?
Dr. Alan Wittgrove is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.
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