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Summary
Dr. Ammar Charestan is a family medicine physician with 16 years of experience providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from the University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine and has built his practice around delivering personalized healthcare to families and individuals. His extensive experience allows him to address a wide range of health concerns, from routine preventive care to managing ongoing medical conditions.
Dr. Charestan practices at multiple locations throughout San Diego County, including El Cajon and National City, and maintains affiliations with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, and Sharp Mary Birch Hospital For Women And Newborns. He specializes in treating high blood pressure and weight management issues, helping patients develop effective strategies for maintaining healthy lifestyles. His practice also includes pediatric care and routine health screenings, along with diagnostic services such as flu testing and …COVID-19 testing to support community health needs.
Read More Read less Dr. Charestan practices at multiple locations throughout San Diego County, including El Cajon and National City, and maintains affiliations with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, and Sharp Mary Birch Hospital For Women And Newborns. He specializes in treating high blood pressure and weight management issues, helping patients develop effective strategies for maintaining healthy lifestyles. His practice also includes pediatric care and routine health screenings, along with diagnostic services such as flu testing and …COVID-19 testing to support community health needs.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 16 years of experience
- University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Ammar Charestan has 7 locationsEl Cajon Family Health Center
525 E Main StEl Cajon, CA 92020 Tel: (619) 515-2498
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SunClosed
East County Urgent Care
1625 E Main St Ste 100El Cajon, CA 92021 Tel: (619) 442-9896
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Akeso Medical Holdings Llc
444 W 8th St Ste 101-102National City, CA 91950Mon6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Sharp Mary Birch Hospital For Women And Newborns
3003 Health Center DrSan Diego, CA 92123 Tel: (858) 939-3400
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 16 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| El Cajon , CA | Lawrenceville , GA | Chicago , IL | Seal Beach , CA |
| Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College | Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ammar Charestan
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Ammar Charestan has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
Dr. Ammar Charestan holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine in 2010.
NPI Number
Dr. Charestan's NPI number is 1295181543.
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