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Dr. Joan Kaestner is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated nearly five decades to caring for patients with eye and vision conditions. She earned her medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and brings 48 years of experience to her practice. Dr. Kaestner is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.
Dr. Kaestner practices in Encinitas, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Sharp Coronado Hospital. Her extensive experience in ophthalmology enables her to address a wide range of eye health concerns. Patients benefit from her multilingual abilities, which help ensure clear communication during consultations and treatment discussions.
Dr. Kaestner practices in Encinitas, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Sharp Coronado Hospital. Her extensive experience in ophthalmology enables her to address a wide range of eye health concerns. Patients benefit from her multilingual abilities, which help ensure clear communication during consultations and treatment discussions.
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Quick Facts
- 48 years of experience
- speaks English, French, Spanish
- Duke University School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 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 English, French, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Encinitas , CA | National City , CA | El Centro , CA | El Centro , CA |
| Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, MD | Med School: Washington University in St. Louis | Med School: National University of Cuyo School of Medicine of Argentina |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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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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- Which hospitals is Dr. Joan Kaestner affiliated with?
- Dr. Joan Kaestner is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital.
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