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Dr. Cynthia Kao is an internal medicine physician who brings two decades of clinical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine, building a strong foundation in comprehensive adult healthcare. Her extensive experience spans 20 years of treating patients across the full spectrum of internal medicine conditions.
Dr. Kao practices at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas in Encinitas, California, where she focuses on managing high blood pressure and related cardiovascular conditions. She provides expert care for patients experiencing severe blood pressure emergencies and also treats children with hypertension. Her clinical approach includes thorough diagnostic testing through complete blood counts, comprehensive chemistry panels, and kidney function assessments to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
Dr. Kao practices at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas in Encinitas, California, where she focuses on managing high blood pressure and related cardiovascular conditions. She provides expert care for patients experiencing severe blood pressure emergencies and also treats children with hypertension. Her clinical approach includes thorough diagnostic testing through complete blood counts, comprehensive chemistry panels, and kidney function assessments to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
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Quick Facts
- 20 years of experience
- Baylor College Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 20 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, French, Bambara | |||
| Encinitas , CA | Katy , TX | Diamond Bar , CA | Tigard , OR |
| Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine | Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE | Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Cynthia Lee Kao has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Cynthia Lee Kao has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
Dr. Cynthia Lee Kao 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 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 2006.
NPI Number
Dr. Kao's NPI number is 1669635538.
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- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Cynthia Kao?
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Cynthia Kao affiliated with?
- Dr. Cynthia Kao is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.
- Does Dr. Cynthia Kao accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Cynthia Kao accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Cynthia Kao's office located?
- Dr. Cynthia Kao's office is located at 354 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA, 92024.
- Does Dr. Cynthia Kao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Cynthia Kao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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