Summary

Dr. Howaida El-Said is a cardiovascular disease specialist with particular expertise in pediatrics. She earned her medical degree from the University of Cairo Faculty of Medicine and brings 37 years of experience to her practice. Dr. El-Said speaks both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. El-Said practices at Rady Children's Hospital San Diego and University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest in San Diego, California. She focuses on treating congenital heart disease, heart valve problems, and atrial septal defects in children. Her expertise includes performing electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterization procedures, and chest fluoroscopy to diagnose and monitor heart conditions. Patients rate Dr. El-Said 2.6 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • 2.6
  • 37 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Howaida Galal El-Said has 2 locations

Rady Childrens Hospital San Diego

3020 Childrens WaySan 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

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseasePediatrics
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.6 
4.4 
37 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Polish Speaks English, Hindi Speaks Spanish, English
San Diego , CANational City , CAWinter Park , FLGaithersburg , MD
Med School: University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Poznan University of Medical Science Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howaida Galal El-Said

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • 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
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Howaida Galal El-Said has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Howaida Galal El-Said has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Congenital Heart Defects
  • Heart Catheterization
  • Pediatrics
  • Percutaneous Arterial Septic Defect (ASD) Closure

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Cairo Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Howaida El-Said's office located?
Dr. Howaida El-Said's office is located at 3020 Childrens Way, San Diego, CA, 92123.
Is Dr. Howaida El-Said accepting new patients?
Dr. Howaida El-Said has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Howaida El-Said accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Howaida El-Said accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Howaida El-Said speak?
Dr. Howaida El-Said speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Howaida El-Said accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Howaida El-Said has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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