Summary

Dr. Philip Butler specializes in urology with 46 years of experience in the field. They earned their medical degree from New York Medical College and completed their residency at UCSD Medical Center. Dr. Butler is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, demonstrating advanced surgical expertise. They provide care in English.

Dr. Butler practices at multiple Scripps Health locations in La Jolla and Encinitas, California, and maintains affiliations with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center, and Scripps Green Hospital. They focus on treating conditions such as enlarged prostate, erectile dysfunction, and frequent urination. Their expertise includes procedures like electrical stimulation therapy for bladder control issues, comprehensive urine testing, and cystoscopy for bladder examination. Patients rate Dr. Butler 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 46 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Ucsd Medical Center
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Philip A. Butler, MD, FACS has 2 locations

Unio Specialty Care - Urology

9850 Genesee Ave Ste 440La Jolla, CA 92037

Unio Specialty Care - Urology

320 Santa Fe Dr Ste 108Encinitas, CA 92024

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Dr. Philip A. Butler, MD, FACSDr. Paul Victor Polishuk, MDDr. Quyen Hanh NguyenDr. Kenneth Nitahara, MD
UrologyUrologyUrologyUrology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
4.1 
4.9 
46 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English, Spanish
La Jolla , CAEscondido , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CA
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Philip A. Butler, MD, FACS has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Philip A. Butler, MD, FACS has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Enlarged Prostate (Prostatic Hyperplasia)
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Stones
  • Laser Lithotripsy
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Urologic Emergencies

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Philip A. Butler, MD, FACS 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucsd Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from New York Medical College in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Butler, MD, FACS's NPI number is 1184665911.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Philip Butler, MD, FACS affiliated with?
Dr. Philip Butler, MD, FACS is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center, and Scripps Green Hospital.
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