4.7
20 Ratings with 5 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Karl Limmer is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in complex chest and heart procedures. He earned his medical degree from Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and completed his residency at the University of California San Diego. With 21 years of experience in the field, Dr. Limmer has developed expertise in treating conditions affecting the heart and chest cavity. He speaks English with his patients.
Dr. Limmer practices at Sharp Memorial Hospital and provides care at multiple locations throughout San Diego and Coronado. He treats patients with mitral valve regurgitation, which affects how well the heart pumps blood. His practice also focuses on coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions. Dr. Limmer performs diagnostic procedures such as dobutamine stress echocardiograms and Doppler ultrasounds to evaluate heart function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 stars for his care.
Dr. Limmer practices at Sharp Memorial Hospital and provides care at multiple locations throughout San Diego and Coronado. He treats patients with mitral valve regurgitation, which affects how well the heart pumps blood. His practice also focuses on coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions. Dr. Limmer performs diagnostic procedures such as dobutamine stress echocardiograms and Doppler ultrasounds to evaluate heart function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts
- 21 years of experience
- 38 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University Of California San Diego
- 5 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Karl Kevin Limmer has 5 locationsSharp Cardiovascular And Thoracic Center
8010 Frost St Ste 408San Diego, CA 92123 Tel: (858) 939-7471
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
Sharp Mary Birch Hospital For Women And Newborns
3003 Health Center DrSan Diego, CA 92123 Tel: (858) 939-3400
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| 21 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA |
| Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University | Med School: Univ Of Alberta Fac Of Med | Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine | Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karl Kevin Limmer
Medical Specialties
Dr. Karl Kevin Limmer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Karl Kevin Limmer has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
21 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of California San Diego
Medical School
Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple UniversityGraduated in 2005
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