Summary

A member of the Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Dr. Van Ness received her undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Maryland and her medical degree in 1992 from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. She completed an internship and residency in pediatrics at the Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, where she served as chief resident. Certified by the National Board of Pediatrics, Dr. Van Ness is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children. During her service in the U.S. Navy, Dr. Van Ness received the Navy Achievement Medal for heroic life-saving in a remote hospital and the Humanitarian Service Medal for hurricane relief work in the Caribbean.

Quick Facts

  • 3
  • 34 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Scripps Clinic Rancho San Diego - Calle Verde

10862 Calle VerdeLa Mesa, CA 91941
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

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dawn Van Ness

  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • GEHA
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Physicians Health Plan
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dawn Van Ness has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dawn Van Ness has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Dawn Van Ness holds an active medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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 Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program and Naval Hospital Portsmouth in 1993.

Medical School

Graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine, Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda in 1992, and Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Dawn Van Ness' NPI number is 1497729495.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dawn Van Ness accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dawn Van Ness affiliated with?
Dawn Van Ness is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.
Where is Dawn Van Ness's office located?
Dawn Van Ness's office is located at 10862 Calle Verde, La Mesa, CA, 91941.
What languages does Dawn Van Ness speak?
Dawn Van Ness speaks English.

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