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Summary
Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas treats Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Diabetes Type 2 in Children and Teens, and Diabetes Mellitus, and performs Continuous Glucose Monitoring and autoinjector procedures. She practices Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism and has 38 years of experience. She speaks English and Greek.
Dr. Philis-Tsimikas earned her medical degree from the University of Athens School of Health Sciences and completed residencies at Scripps Clinic/Scripps Green Hospital Program, Med Ctr Ctrl Mass, and Stamford Hospital. She is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego and sees patients in La Jolla, California.
Dr. Philis-Tsimikas earned her medical degree from the University of Athens School of Health Sciences and completed residencies at Scripps Clinic/Scripps Green Hospital Program, Med Ctr Ctrl Mass, and Stamford Hospital. She is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego and sees patients in La Jolla, California.
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Quick Facts
- 38 years of experience
- 42 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Greek
- Scripps Clinic/Scripps Green Hospital Program
- 1 specialty
- 15 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
Scripps Clinic John R. Anderson V Medical Pavilion
9898 Genesee AveLa Jolla, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 824-5335
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 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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| Speaks English, Greek | |||
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| Med School: University of Athens School of Health Sciences | Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: New York University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Athena Philis-Tsimikas
Medical Specialties
Athena Philis-Tsimikas has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Athena Philis-Tsimikas has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Athena Philis-Tsimikas 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 Scripps Clinic/Scripps Green Hospital Program, Med Ctr Ctrl Mass, and Stamford Hosp.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Athens School of Health Sciences in 1989 and University of Athens / College of Medicine / School of Health Science National & Kapodistrian in 1988.
NPI Number
Athena Philis-Tsimikas' NPI number is 1922105964.
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- Which hospitals is Athena Philis-Tsimikas affiliated with?
- Athena Philis-Tsimikas is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego.
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- Athena Philis-Tsimikas has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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- Athena Philis-Tsimikas has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Athena Philis-Tsimikas's office located?
- Athena Philis-Tsimikas's office is located at 9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037.
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