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Dr. Dorothy Hairston is an internal medicine physician specializing in hospital medicine with over three decades of clinical experience. She earned her medical degree from University of Pecs Medical School and has been practicing for 33 years, bringing extensive expertise to inpatient care. Dr. Hairston is fluent in Spanish and Tagalog, enabling her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.
Dr. Hairston practices at Paradise Valley Hospital and maintains affiliations with Alhambra Hospital Medical Center in National City, California. She treats patients with complex conditions including diabetes complications, breathing difficulties, and metabolic disorders. Her approach to patient care incorporates rehabilitation services such as physical therapy and occupational therapy to support recovery and improve functional outcomes.
Dr. Hairston practices at Paradise Valley Hospital and maintains affiliations with Alhambra Hospital Medical Center in National City, California. She treats patients with complex conditions including diabetes complications, breathing difficulties, and metabolic disorders. Her approach to patient care incorporates rehabilitation services such as physical therapy and occupational therapy to support recovery and improve functional outcomes.
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Quick Facts
- 33 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, Tagalog
- University Of Pecs Medical School
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 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 | |
| 33 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, Tagalog | Speaks English, Tamil | ||
| National City , CA | Palo Alto , CA | Diamond Bar , CA | Katy , TX |
| Med School: University Of Pecs Medical School | Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York | Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Dorothy Elaine Hairston has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Dorothy Elaine Hairston has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
Dr. Dorothy Elaine Hairston 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 University Of Pecs Medical School in 1995 and UNIVERSITY OF PECS MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES CENTRE in 1993.
NPI Number
Dr. Hairston's NPI number is 1114973633.
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- Dr. Dorothy Elaine Hairston is affiliated with Paradise Valley Hospital and Alhambra Hospital Medical Center.
- Where is Dr. Dorothy Elaine Hairston's office located?
- Dr. Dorothy Elaine Hairston's office is located at 2400 E 4th St, National City, CA, 91950.
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