Summary

Dr. Dale Kooistra treats actinic keratosis, seborrheic keratosis, and basal cell skin cancer, and performs skin lesion removal, cryotherapy, and laser therapy for skin lesions. He practices dermatology and internal medicine and has 42 years of experience. He is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center and sees patients in Poway, California.

Dr. Kooistra earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. He speaks Spanish and Tagalog. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kooistra 3.55 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 42 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Tagalog
  • Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Locations

Dr. Dale Alvin Kooistra has 2 locations

Kooistra Dale A Office

15525 Pomerado Rd Ste D2Poway, CA 92064
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Palomar Medical Center

15615 Pomerado RdPoway, CA 92064

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DermatologyDermatologyDermatologyDermatology
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42 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu Speaks English, French, Spanish Speaks English
Poway , CATustin , CAMiami , FLDelray Beach , FL
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: M P Shah Government Medical College Med School: Brown Medical School Med School: Rutgers Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dale Alvin Kooistra

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Gundersen Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Dale Alvin Kooistra has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Dale Alvin Kooistra has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Acne Rosacea
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Excision
  • Internal Medicine
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Dale Alvin Kooistra 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 Santa Clara Valley Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Stanford University School Of Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Kooistra's NPI number is 1831182971.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Dale Kooistra accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Is Dr. Dale Kooistra accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Dale Kooistra affiliated with?
Dr. Dale Kooistra is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center.

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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