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1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Gert Diederick Pretorius is a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon who earned his medical degree from the University of Pretoria School of Medicine. With 33 years of experience in surgery, he specializes in complex procedures involving the heart and chest. Dr. Pretorius is fluent in Spanish, Chinese, and English, allowing him to care for patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Pretorius practices at multiple locations throughout La Jolla and San Diego, including University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center and Scripps hospitals. He focuses on treating serious heart conditions such as heart failure, high blood pressure, and coronary artery disease. His surgical expertise includes performing therapeutic hypothermia procedures and utilizing advanced chest imaging techniques. Patients consistently rate Dr. Pretorius highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Pretorius practices at multiple locations throughout La Jolla and San Diego, including University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center and Scripps hospitals. He focuses on treating serious heart conditions such as heart failure, high blood pressure, and coronary artery disease. His surgical expertise includes performing therapeutic hypothermia procedures and utilizing advanced chest imaging techniques. Patients consistently rate Dr. Pretorius highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 33 years of experience
- 42 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, Chinese, English
- University Of Pretoria School Of Medicine
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Gert Diederick Victor Pretorius has 5 locationsUc San Diego Health La Jolla
9434 Medical Center DrLa Jolla, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 657-8530
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
University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest
200 W Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103 Tel: (619) 543-6222
University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center
9300 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 657-7000
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| 33 Years of Experience | 49 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
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| La Jolla , CA | San Diego , CA | La Jolla , CA | La Jolla , CA |
| Med School: University Of Pretoria School Of Medicine | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine | Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gert Diederick Victor Pretorius
Medical Specialties
Dr. Gert Diederick Victor Pretorius has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Gert Diederick Victor Pretorius has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Pretoria School Of MedicineGraduated in 1993
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- Dr. Gert Diederick Pretorius speaks Spanish, Chinese, and English.
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- Dr. Gert Diederick Pretorius is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center.
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