4.7
12 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Joseph Califano III treats head and neck cancer and laryngeal cancer, and performs fiberoptic pharyngoscopy and flexible laryngoscopy. He has practiced otolaryngology–head and neck surgery, oncology, and surgery for 33 years.
Dr. Califano earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Health System. He sees patients in San Diego, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Califano 4.7 out of 5.
Dr. Califano earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Health System. He sees patients in San Diego, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Califano 4.7 out of 5.
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
- 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. Gail Celia Salganick-Erfani, MD | Dr. Geoffrey Alan Crandall, MD |
| Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Anesthesiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 33 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience | 12 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 | La Mesa , CA | San Diego , CA |
| Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina | Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania | Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine |
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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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- What languages does Joseph Califano III speak?
- Joseph Califano III speaks English.
- Does Joseph Califano III accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Joseph Califano III has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Joseph Califano III's office located?
- Joseph Califano III's office is located at 3855 Health Sciences Drive Moores Cancer Center, San Diego, CA, 92037.
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