David Heller, MD | San Diego, CA | Internist

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Dr. David Heller treats chronic kidney disease and hyperlipidemia and is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and sees patients in San Diego, California. He completed his residency at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego in 1991. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Heller 4.47 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

4.5

19 Ratings
35 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine
6 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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David Heller's Ratings and Reviews

4.5

19 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 7 Minutes

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I’ve had Dr Heller as my Internal Medicine doctor for 5 years. He has seen me through complicated diagnoses that he had to decipher and then refer me to Dr.’s for Immunolgy, Endocrinology, Neurocrinology, MOHS surgery and others. Each time I was swiftly, compassionately and careingly taken charge of by he and Penny and given proper direction on how to take care of my issue. Dr. Heller, Penny, the scheduling staff are such a Godsend , I truly appreciate the level of clinical expertise and efficiency I experience at Dr. Heller’s office!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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September 29th, 2017

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Been my doctor for years. Personable. Other doctors have their family see him. Just outstanding!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 12th, 2015

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I think Doctor Heller's judgement is excellent. He has exactly the right temperament for primary care.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 9th, 2015

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Dr. Heller has been my doctor since 1997.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 29th, 2012

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Dr Heller spends quality time with me - HE ACTUALLY LISTENS to me and he has helped me beyond expectations. Lalya and Penny, the nursing staff, are awesome. I strongly recommend Dr Heller

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 14th, 2011

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Dr. Heller and his staff are exceptional. They work diligently to meet my needs, even setting an appointment outside of regular hours to get me in when needed. More importantly Dr. Heller takes time in all aspects of his practice, from listening to diagnosing. He is current in all aspects of medicine and his practice. His warm and friendly professional demeanor is matched by a staff who share the same since of patient dedication. I once heard a nurse say she would deliver a patient's sample medicines on her way home to save the elderly gentleman a trip.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 3rd, 2010

Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley

3811 Valley Centre DrSan Diego, CA 92130

Tel: (858) 554-7272

Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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David Heller, MD	Dr. George Mousa, MD	Dr. Adama Diarra, DO	Dr. Rajmeet Kaur Mann, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (19 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
	17 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English		Speaks English, French, Bambara	Speaks English
San Diego , CA	Upland , CA	Tigard , OR	Rocklin , CA
	Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Internal Medicine

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Immunization
Physical
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Weight Loss
Weight Loss (non-surgical)

David Heller holds an active medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Scripps Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine, Scripps Mercy Hospital, and Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego in 1991.

NPI Number

David Heller's NPI number is 1639274251.

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Is David Heller accepting new patients?: David Heller has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does David Heller accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that David Heller accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is David Heller affiliated with?: David Heller is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.
Where is David Heller's office located?: David Heller's office is located at 3811 Valley Centre Dr, San Diego, CA, 92130.
Does David Heller accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: David Heller has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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