4.3
23 Ratings with 6 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Athanasios Foster is a family medicine physician who has dedicated over five decades to caring for patients and families. He earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis and completed his residency at Indianapolis Community Hospital in 1976. With 51 years of clinical experience, Dr. Foster brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Greek, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Foster practices at Scripps Coastal Medical Center in Solana Beach, California, and maintains affiliations with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Green Hospital, and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. His expertise includes treating back pain in pregnant women and adolescents, as well as managing joint pain conditions. He incorporates physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans when appropriate. Patients consistently rate Dr. Foster highly, with an average rating of 4.4 stars, reflecting …their confidence in his comprehensive approach to family healthcare.
Read More Read less Dr. Foster practices at Scripps Coastal Medical Center in Solana Beach, California, and maintains affiliations with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Green Hospital, and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. His expertise includes treating back pain in pregnant women and adolescents, as well as managing joint pain conditions. He incorporates physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans when appropriate. Patients consistently rate Dr. Foster highly, with an average rating of 4.4 stars, reflecting …their confidence in his comprehensive approach to family healthcare.
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Quick Facts
- 51 years of experience
- speaks English, Greek
- Indianapolis Comm Hospital
- 6 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Scripps Coastal Medical Center Solana Beach
380 Stevens Ave Ste 100Solana Beach, CA 92075 Tel: (858) 554-9800
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
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| Med School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Chicago Division Of The Biological Sciences The Pritzker School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Athanasios Foster
Medical Specialties
Dr. Athanasios Foster has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Athanasios Foster has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
51 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Indianapolis Comm Hospital1976
Medical School
In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis InGraduated in 1975
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- Dr. Athanasios Foster is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Green Hospital, and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.
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- Dr. Athanasios Foster's office is located at 380 Stevens Ave Ste 100, Solana Beach, CA, 92075.
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