4.7
3 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Jorge Carrera is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine. He completed his residency training at Loma Linda University Medical Center and brings over four decades of experience to his practice. His extensive background in internal medicine allows him to provide comprehensive care for adult patients with a wide range of health concerns.
Dr. Carrera is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Palomar Medical Center, with practice locations in Escondido and San Diego. He specializes in managing high cholesterol in children and teens, high blood pressure, and hyperlipidemia. His approach includes preventive care through flu vaccinations, comprehensive blood testing, and substance use disorder screening. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Carrera is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Palomar Medical Center, with practice locations in Escondido and San Diego. He specializes in managing high cholesterol in children and teens, high blood pressure, and hyperlipidemia. His approach includes preventive care through flu vaccinations, comprehensive blood testing, and substance use disorder screening. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 41 years of experience
- Loma Linda University Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Provided follow-up after the visit
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Office Locations
Dr. Jorge Aurelio Carrera has 4 locationsEscondido Family Medicine
704 E Grand AveEscondido, CA 92025Mon8:00 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
San Ysidro Health Center
950 S Euclid AveSan Diego, CA 92114 Tel: (619) 662-4100
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
King Chavez Health Center
950 S Euclid AveSan Diego, CA 92114 Tel: (619) 662-4100
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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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 41 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, French, Bambara | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) | |
| Escondido , CA | Tigard , OR | Scottsdale , AZ | Mesquite , TX |
| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo | Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jorge Aurelio Carrera
Medical Specialties
Dr. Jorge Aurelio Carrera has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Jorge Aurelio Carrera has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Jorge Aurelio Carrera 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 Loma Linda University Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Carrera's NPI number is 1184728586.
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