4.7
12 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Joseph Califano III is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgeon who also specializes in oncology and surgery. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Health System. With 33 years of clinical experience, Dr. Califano brings extensive expertise to his practice. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Califano practices at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California. He focuses on treating head and neck cancer and laryngeal cancer using minimally invasive approaches. His procedures include pathology tests, CT scans, and external beam radiation therapy. Patients have given Dr. Califano an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Califano practices at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California. He focuses on treating head and neck cancer and laryngeal cancer using minimally invasive approaches. His procedures include pathology tests, CT scans, and external beam radiation therapy. Patients have given Dr. Califano an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 33 years of experience
- 48 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Johns Hopkins Health System
- 3 written reviews
- 4 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 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
UC San Diego Health
3855 Health Sciences Drive Moores Cancer CenterSan Diego, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 822-6100
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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| Joseph A. Califano IIi, MD | Dr. Paul Schalch Lepe, MD | Dr. Glenn Francis Pierce | Dr. Gordon Louis Bray |
| Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Infectious Disease | Pediatrics |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 33 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English, Swedish, French, German | ||
| San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA | RANCHO SANTA FE , CA | GLENDALE , CA |
| Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina | Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine | Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joseph A. Califano IIi
Medical Specialties
Joseph A. Califano IIi has the following 4 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Joseph A. Califano IIi has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
Joseph A. Califano IIi holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Johns Hopkins Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1993.
NPI Number
Joseph A. Califano IIi's NPI number is 1881652972.
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