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Dr. Joan Kaestner is an ophthalmologist with 48 years of experience caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. She earned her medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and has dedicated her career to helping patients maintain and improve their eye health. Dr. Kaestner speaks French, Spanish, and English, allowing her to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Kaestner practices in Encinitas, California, and is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital. Her extensive experience in ophthalmology has given her deep expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions. She brings nearly five decades of knowledge to her practice, providing comprehensive eye care to patients throughout the community.
Dr. Kaestner practices in Encinitas, California, and is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital. Her extensive experience in ophthalmology has given her deep expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions. She brings nearly five decades of knowledge to her practice, providing comprehensive eye care to patients throughout the community.
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Quick Facts
- 48 years of experience
- speaks French, Spanish, English
- Duke University School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 48 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks French, Spanish, English | Speaks English, Farsi | Speaks English | Speaks Arabic, English |
| ENCINITAS , CA | El Centro , CA | Chula Vista , CA | El Cajon , CA |
| Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: University of California San Diego (UCSD) | Med School: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine | Med School: Ohio State University College of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Joan Henderson Kaestner has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Joan Henderson Kaestner has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
Dr. Joan Henderson Kaestner holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Duke University School Of Medicine in 1979 and Duke University School Of Medicine in 1978.
NPI Number
Dr. Kaestner's NPI number is 1184723728.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Joan Kaestner's office located?
- Dr. Joan Kaestner's office is located at 4403 MANCHESTER AVE STE 208, ENCINITAS, CA, 92024.
- What languages does Dr. Joan Kaestner speak?
- Dr. Joan Kaestner speaks French, Spanish, and English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Joan Kaestner affiliated with?
- Dr. Joan Kaestner is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital.
- Does Dr. Joan Kaestner accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joan Kaestner accepts on their Vitals profile.
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