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Summary
Dr. J Heaton is a physician specializing in surgery, emergency medicine, and family medicine. He earned his medical degree from Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah and completed his residency at UCSD Medical Center. With 37 years of experience in practice, Dr. Heaton brings extensive clinical expertise to patient care. He is fluent in English, German, and Spanish.
Dr. Heaton is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital and practices at Sharp Rees Stealy Medical Group in San Diego, California. His clinical focus includes treating respiratory conditions such as cough and chronic cough symptoms. He performs diagnostic services including flu testing and urinalysis. Dr. Heaton also provides preventive care through flu vaccinations to help protect patients during seasonal outbreaks.
Dr. Heaton is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital and practices at Sharp Rees Stealy Medical Group in San Diego, California. His clinical focus includes treating respiratory conditions such as cough and chronic cough symptoms. He performs diagnostic services including flu testing and urinalysis. Dr. Heaton also provides preventive care through flu vaccinations to help protect patients during seasonal outbreaks.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 37 years of experience
- 19 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, German, Spanish
- 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 | Emergency Medicine | Emergency Medicine | Public Health & General Preventive Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 37 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 60 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, German, Spanish | |||
| San Diego , CA | Lemon Grove , CA | San Diego , CA | La Jolla , CA |
| Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah | Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific | Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai | Med School: Yale University School 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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- Where is Dr. J Heaton's office located?
- Dr. J Heaton's office is located at 16899 W Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA, 92127.
- Which hospitals is Dr. J Heaton affiliated with?
- Dr. J Heaton is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital.
- 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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