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Dr. J Heaton is a physician specializing in surgery, emergency medicine, and family medicine with 37 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah and completed his residency at UCSD Medical Center. Dr. Heaton is fluent in German, Spanish, and English.
Dr. Heaton practices at Sharp Memorial Hospital and sees patients at Sharp Rees Stealy Medical Group in San Diego, California. His expertise includes treating common conditions such as throat infections, urinary tract infections, and persistent coughs. He performs diagnostic procedures including flu testing, urine analysis, and rapid strep tests to help patients receive accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment.
Dr. Heaton practices at Sharp Memorial Hospital and sees patients at Sharp Rees Stealy Medical Group in San Diego, California. His expertise includes treating common conditions such as throat infections, urinary tract infections, and persistent coughs. He performs diagnostic procedures including flu testing, urine analysis, and rapid strep tests to help patients receive accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 37 years of experience
- 19 insurance plans accepted
- speaks German, Spanish, English
- Ucsd Medical Center
- 3 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Sharp Rees Stealy Medical Group Rancho Bernardo
16899 W Bernardo DrSan Diego, CA 92127 Tel: (858) 499-2600
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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| Surgery | Preventative Medicine | Public Health & General Preventive Medicine | Emergency Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 37 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks German, Spanish, English | |||
| San Diego , CA | Carlsbad , CA | San Diego , CA | National City , CA |
| Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah | Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. J Ben Heaton
Medical Specialties
Dr. J Ben Heaton has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. J Ben Heaton has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
Dr. J Ben Heaton holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Ucsd Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah in 1989.
NPI Number
Dr. Heaton's NPI number is 1902816390.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. J Heaton affiliated with?
- Dr. J Heaton is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital.
- Where is Dr. J Heaton's office located?
- Dr. J Heaton's office is located at 16899 W Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA, 92127.
- Does Dr. J Heaton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. J Heaton has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. J Heaton speak?
- Dr. J Heaton speaks German, Spanish, and English.
- Does Dr. J Heaton accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. J Heaton accepts on their Vitals profile.
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