Summary

Dr. Alan Wittgrove is a surgeon specializing in surgery with five decades of experience in the field. 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. His extensive career spans 50 years of dedicated practice, and he communicates with patients in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Wittgrove practices at the Wittgrove Bariatric Center in Del Mar, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. He focuses on treating obesity and overweight conditions, as well as pediatric obesity and type 2 diabetes. His surgical expertise includes adhesions surgery and upper GI endoscopy procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Wittgrove highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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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
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

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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Accepts New Patients
50 Years of Experience 58 Years of Experience 73 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Del Mar , CACarlsbad , CASan Diego , CALa Jolla , CA
Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Coll Of Med Natl Taiwan Univ Taiwan (244-02 Eff 1/1971)
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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

Dr. Alan Craig Wittgrove holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Naval Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Wittgrove's NPI number is 1942287206.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.
Does Dr. Alan Wittgrove accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Alan Wittgrove accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Alan Wittgrove accepting new patients?
Dr. Alan Wittgrove is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Alan Wittgrove's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Alan Wittgrove speak?
Dr. Alan Wittgrove speaks English and Spanish.

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