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Summary
Dr. Catherine Firestein is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine. She earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and has been practicing for 15 years, bringing extensive experience to her patient care.
Dr. Firestein practices at University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest in San Diego, California. She focuses on treating conditions such as high blood pressure and serious infections. Her clinical expertise includes performing blood chemistry tests and kidney function evaluations to help diagnose and monitor her patients' health.
Dr. Firestein practices at University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest in San Diego, California. She focuses on treating conditions such as high blood pressure and serious infections. Her clinical expertise includes performing blood chemistry tests and kidney function evaluations to help diagnose and monitor her patients' health.
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Quick Facts
- 15 years of experience
- Tulane University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest
200 W Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103 Tel: (858) 657-7000
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 15 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, French, Bambara | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| San Diego , CA | Diamond Bar , CA | Tigard , OR | Scottsdale , AZ |
| Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Catherine Elizabeth Firestein
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Catherine Elizabeth Firestein has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Catherine Elizabeth Firestein has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
15 Years Experience
Dr. Catherine Elizabeth Firestein 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
Medical School
Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 2011.
NPI Number
Dr. Firestein's NPI number is 1427348382.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. Catherine Firestein accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Catherine Firestein has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Catherine Firestein affiliated with?
- Dr. Catherine Firestein is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest.
- Is Dr. Catherine Firestein accepting new patients?
- Dr. Catherine Firestein has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Catherine Firestein?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Catherine Firestein here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. Catherine Firestein's office located?
- Dr. Catherine Firestein's office is located at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA, 92103.
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