Summary

Dr. Carlos Carrera specializes in oncology and has dedicated over five decades to caring for patients with cancer and blood disorders. They earned their medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed their residency at Scripps Clinic. With 52 years of clinical experience, Dr. Carrera brings extensive knowledge to their practice. They communicate with patients in English.

Dr. Carrera practices at the Jennifer Moreno Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in San Diego, California. They have particular expertise in treating hemophilia, chronic kidney disease, and thrombocytopenia. Their clinical skills include providing virtual care consultations, performing complete blood counts, and conducting reticulocyte count testing. Patients consistently rate Dr. Carrera highly, with an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 52 years of experience
  • 4 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Scripps Clinic
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Carlos Jose Carrera has 2 locations

VA San Diego Healthcare System Oncology Hematology

3350 La Jolla Village Dr # 111ESan Diego, CA 92161
Mon7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Va San Diego Medical Center (Visn 22)

3350 La Jolla Village DrSan Diego, CA 92161

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Dr. Carlos Jose Carrera, MDDr. Virginia Von Schaefer, MDDr. Imawati WongDr. Stephen Martin Shreeve
OncologyOncologyHematologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
52 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
San Diego , CASan Clemente , CASan Diego , CAWashington , DC
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Carlos Jose Carrera

  • Aetna
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Carlos Jose Carrera has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Carlos Jose Carrera has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Scripps Clinic.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Carrera's NPI number is 1417050345.

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Dr. Carlos Jose Carrera's office is located at 3350 La Jolla Village Dr # 111E, San Diego, CA, 92161.
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Dr. Carlos Jose Carrera is affiliated with Jennifer Moreno Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

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