Summary

Dr. George Hightower specializes in dermatology and pediatrics, bringing together expertise in skin health and children's medical care. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and has been practicing for 12 years. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive dermatological care specifically tailored to younger patients.

Dr. Hightower practices at multiple locations throughout San Diego, including Rady Children's Hospital and University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest. He treats common skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and skin changes that occur during pregnancy. His procedural expertise includes skin lesion removal, laser therapy for skin lesions, and cryotherapy treatments.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 12 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. George Kimet Hightower has 6 locations

Rady Childrens Hospital Pediatric And Adolescent Dermatology Clinic

7910 Frost St Ste 120San Diego, CA 92123
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

Rady Childrens Hospital San Diego

3020 Childrens WaySan Diego, CA 92123

Dr. George Kimet Hightower

8899 University Center LnSan Diego, CA 92122

Rady Childrens Specialists Of San Diego

477 N El Camino Real Ste 302Encinitas, CA 92024

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Dr. George Kimet HightowerDr. Julia Kwan, MDDr. Jasbir Singh Sandhu, MDDr. Anne E Allen, MD
DermatologyDermatologyDermatologyDermatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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12 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
San Diego , CARancho Palos Verdes , CAPalmdale , CAKnoxville , TN
Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: New York University Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. George Kimet Hightower

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • GEHA
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. George Kimet Hightower has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. George Kimet Hightower has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Dermatology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of California San Diego School Of MedicineGraduated in 2014

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Dr. George Hightower's office is located at 3030 Childrens Way Fl 4, San Diego, CA, 92123.

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