4.6
93 Ratings with 45 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Carol Salem-Hand is a urologist who brings 35 years of experience to their practice. They completed medical school at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and pursued residency training at LAC USC Medical Center. Dr. Salem-Hand is fluent in English and provides specialized care for patients with urological conditions.
Dr. Salem-Hand practices at Palomar Medical Center and sees patients in San Diego, California. They have particular expertise in treating prostate cancer, including recurrent cases and advanced or metastatic forms of the disease. Their procedural skills include performing cystoscopy to examine the bladder, laparoscopy for minimally invasive surgery, and comprehensive urine testing. Patients have given Dr. Salem-Hand an average rating of 4.6 on Vitals.
Dr. Salem-Hand practices at Palomar Medical Center and sees patients in San Diego, California. They have particular expertise in treating prostate cancer, including recurrent cases and advanced or metastatic forms of the disease. Their procedural skills include performing cystoscopy to examine the bladder, laparoscopy for minimally invasive surgery, and comprehensive urine testing. Patients have given Dr. Salem-Hand an average rating of 4.6 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 35 years of experience
- 78 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Lac Usc Medical Center
- 45 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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| Dr. Carol E. Salem-Hand, MD | Dr. George Jinfeng Chiang, MD | Dr. Philip A. Butler, MD, FACS | Dr. Saad Juma, MD, FACS |
| Urology | Urology | Urology | Urology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 35 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 46 Years of Experience | 46 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA | La Jolla , CA | Encinitas , CA |
| Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California | Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine | Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: University Of Baghdad College Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Carol E. Salem-Hand has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Carol E. Salem-Hand has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
Dr. Carol E. Salem-Hand 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 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Lac Usc Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California in 1991.
NPI Number
Dr. Salem-Hand's NPI number is 1336152982.
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- Dr. Carol Salem-Hand's office is located at 4060 4th Ave Ste 310, San Diego, CA, 92103.
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- What languages does Dr. Carol Salem-Hand speak?
- Dr. Carol Salem-Hand speaks English.
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