Summary

Dr. Gayle Kookootsedes is a rheumatologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the joints, muscles, and immune system. She earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and completed her residency training at UCLA Medical Center. With over three decades of experience in rheumatology, Dr. Kookootsedes has built extensive expertise in managing complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions.

Dr. Kookootsedes practices at the San Diego Arthritis Medical Clinic in San Diego, California, where she focuses on treating patients with joint pain, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis. Her approach to care includes comprehensive diagnostic imaging such as extremity X-rays and specialized immunology testing to accurately identify underlying conditions. She also incorporates physical therapy recommendations into treatment plans to help patients maintain mobility and improve their quality of life.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 32 years of experience
  • 88 insurance plans accepted
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

San Diego Arthritis Medical Clinic

3633 Camino del Rio S Ste 300San Diego, CA 92108
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.2 
32 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
San Diego , CASan Diego , CAEncinitas , CALa Jolla , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: Queens Univ Belfast School Of Med Dentistry And Biomedical Sciences Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gayle Michelle Kookootsedes

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - POS
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - CHIP
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CalOptima - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - POS
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Group
  • Community Health Group - HMO
  • Community Health Group - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Community Health Group - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Family Health Network
  • Family Health Network - HMO
  • GEHA
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - IPA
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • United Behavioral Health
  • United Behavioral Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • United Behavioral Health - POS
  • United Behavioral Health - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gayle Michelle Kookootsedes has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gayle Michelle Kookootsedes has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucla Medical Center

Medical School

Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern CaliforniaGraduated in 1994

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