Summary

Dr. John Wachtel specializes in obstetrics and gynecology, bringing five decades of dedicated experience to women's healthcare. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency at UCSD Medical Center. Dr. Wachtel is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Wachtel practices at Stanford Hospital and Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford in Stanford and Palo Alto, California. He focuses on treating conditions such as vaginitis and abnormal uterine bleeding, while also addressing abnormal Pap test results. His expertise includes performing pelvic ultrasounds and breast cancer screenings. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 50 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Ucsd Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Steven Wachtel has 4 locations

Stanford Hospital

300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305

Lucile Salter Packard Childrens Hospital At Stanford

725 Welch RdPalo Alto, CA 94304

Stanford Hospital

300 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

Stanford Health Care

500 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

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4.7 
50 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Portuguese, German
Stanford , CARancho Cucamonga , CATorrance , CALos Angeles , CA
Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Steven Wachtel

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Steven Wachtel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Steven Wachtel has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Birth Control
  • C-section
  • Child Birth
  • Hot Flashes
  • Infertility
  • Menopause
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Pap Smear
  • Pelvic Exam
  • Pregnancy
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsd Medical Center

Medical School

University Of California San Diego School Of MedicineGraduated in 1976

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. John Wachtel's office located?
Dr. John Wachtel's office is located at 300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA, 94305.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Wachtel?
You can find contact information for Dr. John Wachtel here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Wachtel affiliated with?
Dr. John Wachtel is affiliated with Stanford Hospital.
Does Dr. John Wachtel accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Wachtel has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. John Wachtel speak?
Dr. John Wachtel speaks English and Spanish.

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