Kevin T. Toliver | San Diego, CA | Pain Medicine Specialist

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I believe in a personalized hands-on approach to patient care in a setting which provides patients direct access to the physician and staff. Traditional methods are combined with state of the art advances in treatment to provide up to date comprehensive pain management and care.

accepting new patients
4.9

110 Ratings
35 years of experience
speaks English
Lac Usc Medical Center
92 written reviews
1 specialty
3 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Kevin T. Toliver's Ratings and Reviews

4.9

110 Ratings with 92 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 16 Minutes

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Patients frequently commend Dr. Kevin Toliver's compassionate nature, professionalism, and effective communication skills, which contribute to them feeling at ease and well-informed during their procedures. Dr. Toliver and his staff, including his PA Kimberly, receive high praise for their attentiveness, friendliness, and dedication to patient comfort and care. However, some patients mention challenges in scheduling appointments, citing difficulty with answering services as a point of frustration before receiving care. Overall, the positive aspects of Dr. Toliver's professionalism and patient care generally overshadow the appointment scheduling issues.

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Dr Toliver is compassionate, knowledgeable, and a great communicator that makes me feel at ease. This also leads to a very effective injection. Thank You Kevin

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July 6th, 2026

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Excellent experience getting my steroid injection, I was so worried before but Dr Toliver put me at ease.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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August 5th, 2025

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Dr Toliver is awesome, my first visit I was nervous about the procedure, however he took the time to explain how it works and what to expect. Made me feel very comfortable and well informed. The procedure itself went smoothly and no pain. I just had my second procedure and I’m very pleased with how it went. Oh yeah the assistant was great too!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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July 24th, 2025

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Excellent staff and great patient service! Highly recommend Dr Tolliver! Thank you!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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July 8th, 2025

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Making the appointment can be challenging at times as you are passed between answering services. But once completed, the process is excellent. The reception staff is very friendly and helpful and Dr Toliver himself is a great listener and takes time to understand his patient’s concern concerns. I highly recommend Dr Toliver.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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May 22nd, 2025

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Second time seeing PA Kimberly. Very impressed with how prepared and professional she is. Her friendly demeanor also puts me at ease. Thank you Kim!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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May 21st, 2025

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Professional, caring, competent, trustworthy; medical staff go out of their way to ensure physical and psychological comfort and ease

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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May 21st, 2025

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Dr. Toliver listens and explains. What else can you ask for? Thanks Doc!.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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May 19th, 2025

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Kimberly is always professional, helpful and supportive. She listens attentively and it is easy to see that she cares about her patients.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 19th, 2025

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Friendly doctor with easygoing manner. Makes you feel relaxed before and during procedure.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 16th, 2025

San Diego Orthopaedic Associates Medical Group, Inc.

7485 Mission Valley Rd Ste 104ASan Diego, CA 92108

Tel: (619) 291-8930


Kevin T. Toliver	Dr. Deacon Farrell, MD	Dr. David Khoaanh Bui, MD	Dr. Mark Whitney Motejunas, MD
Pain Medicine	Pain Medicine	Anesthesiology	Anesthesiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (110 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
35 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
San Diego , CA	Beverly Hills , CA	San Diego , CA	Slidell , LA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California	Med School: National University of Ireland	Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine	Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Pain Medicine

Acute Pain
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Kevin T. Toliver 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 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lac Usc Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California in 1991.

NPI Number

Kevin T. Toliver's NPI number is 1346202850.

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What languages does Kevin Toliver speak?: Kevin Toliver speaks English.
Where is Kevin Toliver's office located?: Kevin Toliver's office is located at 7485 Mission Valley Rd Ste 104A, San Diego, CA, 92108.
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Which hospitals is Kevin Toliver affiliated with?: Kevin Toliver is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista.

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