Summary

Dr. Catalina Escobar specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Ces Escuela De Medicina and completed her residency at the University of Florida College of Medicine at Jacksonville. With over three decades of experience in practice, Dr. Escobar brings extensive knowledge to her patient care. She is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Escobar practices at multiple locations throughout San Diego, California, including Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center and San Diego Medical Center. She has particular expertise in managing diabetes, including Type 2 diabetes in children and teens as well as diabetes in older adults. Her practice includes performing complete blood counts and comprehensive metabolic panels to monitor patient health. Dr. Escobar also specializes in diabetic kidney screening to help prevent complications. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.8 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 33 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Florida College Of Medicine At Jacksonville
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Catalina Giron Escobar has 3 locations

Otay Mesa Outpatient Medical Center

4650 Palm AveSan Diego, CA 92154
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

San Diego Medical Center

4647 Zion AveSan Diego, CA 92120

Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center

9455 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92123

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Dr. Catalina Giron Escobar, MDShanekwah Melville, DNP, APRN, FNP-CDr. David Byron, MDDr. Samantha Von Ins, MD
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3.8 
33 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
San Diego , CAHouston , TXTuscon , AZPlacentia , CA
Med School: Universidad Ces Escuela De Medicina Med School: Ben-Gurion University Of The Negev Faculty Of Health Sciences Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Catalina Giron Escobar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Brand New Day
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Community Health Group
  • Community Health Group - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Catalina Giron Escobar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Catalina Giron Escobar has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Florida College Of Medicine At Jacksonville

Medical School

Universidad Ces Escuela De MedicinaGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Catalina Escobar speak?
Dr. Catalina Escobar speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Catalina Escobar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Catalina Escobar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Catalina Escobar's office located?
Dr. Catalina Escobar's office is located at 4650 Palm Ave, San Diego, CA, 92154.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Catalina Escobar?
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Is Dr. Catalina Escobar accepting new patients?
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