4.3
6 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Hammes joined Balboa Nephrology Medical Group in 2013. He practices in the Hillcrest and Coronado area; specializing in kidney diseases which includes hemodialysis patients at both FMC and DaVita Dialysis units.
Dr. Hammes attended medical school at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Science F. Edward Herbert School of Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland, where he obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree. After completing his residency at the Naval Medical Center San Diego, he completed his Nephrology fellowship training at the University of California San Diego.
Dr. Hammes attended medical school at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Science F. Edward Herbert School of Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland, where he obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree. After completing his residency at the Naval Medical Center San Diego, he completed his Nephrology fellowship training at the University of California San Diego.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 33 years of experience
- speaks English
- Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Nephrology Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Internal Medicine
- 4 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 6 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Balboa Nephrology - Mission Valley
8885 Rio San Diego Dr Ste 212San Diego, CA 92108 Tel: (619) 299-2350
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
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| Med School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda | Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine | Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine | Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
John S. Hammes has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
John S. Hammes has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
John S. Hammes holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Nephrology Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Internal Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda in 1993.
NPI Number
John S. Hammes' NPI number is 1891766994.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is John Hammes's office located?
- John Hammes's office is located at 8885 Rio San Diego Dr Ste 212, San Diego, CA, 92108.
- Which hospitals is John Hammes affiliated with?
- John Hammes is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Select Specialty Hospital Of San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Kindred Hospital San Diego, and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.
- What languages does John Hammes speak?
- John Hammes speaks English.
- Does John Hammes accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- John Hammes has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with John Hammes?
- You can find contact information for John Hammes here on Vitals.
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