Summary

Dr. Franklin Galef is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. He completed his residency training at Huntington Memorial Hospital and has been practicing medicine for 49 years. Dr. Galef speaks both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Galef is affiliated with Tri City Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout Vista, Oceanside, Encinitas, San Diego, and La Mesa. His expertise includes treating sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and obstructive sleep apnea in both adults and children. He also performs skin procedures including lesion treatment and removal using advanced techniques like cryotherapy and laser therapy. Patients have given Dr. Galef an average rating of 4.2 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 49 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Huntington Memorial Hospital
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Franklin Galef has 8 locations

Scripps Coastal Medical Group

130 Cedar Rd # 210/340/230/100Vista, CA 92083
Mon8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Scripps Coastal Medical Center Vista

130 Cedar RdVista, CA 92083
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
Sat8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Scripps Coastal Medical Center Oceanside

4318 Mission AveOceanside, CA 92057
Mon7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Scripps Healthexpress Vista

130 Cedar Rd Fl 2Vista, CA 92083
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
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

354 Santa Fe DrEncinitas, CA 92024

Tri City Medical Center

4002 Vista WayOceanside, CA 92056

Sharp Memorial Hospital

7901 Frost StSan Diego, CA 92123

Sharp Grossmont Hospital

5555 Grossmont Center DrLa Mesa, CA 91942

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4.2 
49 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Tamil
Vista , CABeverly Hills , CAKaty , TXLos Altos , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Franklin Galef

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Franklin Galef has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Franklin Galef has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Huntington Memorial Hospital

Medical School

Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern CaliforniaGraduated in 1977

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Franklin Galef speak?
Dr. Franklin Galef speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Franklin Galef affiliated with?
Dr. Franklin Galef is affiliated with Tri City Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Franklin Galef's office located?
Dr. Franklin Galef's office is located at 130 Cedar Rd # 210/340/230/100, Vista, CA, 92083.
Does Dr. Franklin Galef accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Franklin Galef has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Franklin Galef accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Franklin Galef accepts on their Vitals profile.

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