Summary

Dr. Carl West has practiced gastroenterology and internal medicine for 50 years and is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center. He treats colon polyps, diverticular disease, and diverticulosis, and performs colonoscopy, lower GI endoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy. He speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. West earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at UCSD Medical Center. He sees patients in Palm Springs, La Quinta, and Yucca Valley, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. West 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 50 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Ucsd Medical Center
  • 17 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Carl G West has 4 locations

El Mirador Surgery Center Llc

1180 N Indian Canyon Dr Ste W110Palm Springs, CA 92262
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Carl West, MD

47647 Caleo Bay Dr Ste 210La Quinta, CA 92253
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

Dr. Carl G West

58457 29 Palms Hwy Ste 200Yucca Valley, CA 92284

Desert Regional Medical Center

1150 N Indian Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262

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Palm Springs , CAMontgomery , ALSacramento , CASacramento , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: Georgia State University Med School: New York University Med School: University of South Alabama
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Carl G West

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Carl G West has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Carl G West has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Dr. Carl G West 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 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucsd Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. West's NPI number is 1326019944.

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What languages does Dr. Carl West speak?
Dr. Carl West speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Carl West accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Carl West affiliated with?
Dr. Carl West is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center.

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