4.5
6 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Kathleen Chao is an internal medicine physician with 32 years of experience caring for adult patients. She earned her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine and completed her residency training at UC Davis Medical Center. Her extensive background in internal medicine allows her to provide comprehensive primary care and manage a wide range of health conditions affecting adults.
Dr. Chao practices at Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego, California, and maintains affiliations with Naval Medical Center San Diego Balboa and Sharp Grossmont Hospital. She specializes in treating joint pain, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teens. Her approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques to help patients recover and maintain their health. Patients have rated her 4.5 out of 5 stars for her care.
Dr. Chao practices at Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego, California, and maintains affiliations with Naval Medical Center San Diego Balboa and Sharp Grossmont Hospital. She specializes in treating joint pain, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teens. Her approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques to help patients recover and maintain their health. Patients have rated her 4.5 out of 5 stars for her care.
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Quick Facts
- 32 years of experience
- 16 insurance plans accepted
- Uc Davis Medical Center
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 32 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| San Diego , CA | Beverly Hills , CA | Lyons , CO | Scottsdale , AZ |
| Med School: DREXEL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Kathleen Htein Chao has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Kathleen Htein Chao has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Dr. Kathleen Htein Chao 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 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Uc Davis Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from DREXEL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE in 2001 and University Of Medicine in 1994.
NPI Number
Dr. Chao's NPI number is 1538130430.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Kathleen Chao affiliated with?
- Dr. Kathleen Chao is affiliated with Naval Medical Center San Diego Balboa, Sharp Memorial Hospital, and Sharp Grossmont Hospital.
- Does Dr. Kathleen Chao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Kathleen Chao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Kathleen Chao accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Kathleen Chao accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Kathleen Chao accepting new patients?
- Dr. Kathleen Chao has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Kathleen Chao's office located?
- Dr. Kathleen Chao's office is located at 7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA, 92123.
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