Dr. Paul E. Dato, MD | SAN DIEGO, CA | Oncology

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Dr. Paul Dato is an oncology specialist with over four decades of medical experience. They completed their medical education at Tulane University School of Medicine and have dedicated 42 years to cancer care. Dr. Dato is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing them to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Dato practices at East Campus Medical Center at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California. They specialize in treating prostate cancer, including advanced and recurrent cases. Their expertise includes managing blood tests and specialized injection therapies for cancer patients. Patients consistently rate Dr. Dato with a perfect 5.0 average rating.

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accepting new patients
5

32 Ratings
42 years of experience
64 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
Tulane University School Of Medicine
22 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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5

32 Ratings with 22 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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The doctor and the staff are great thank you doctor

June 2nd, 2026

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The ultimate knowledge of advanced metastatic prostate cancer and treatment possibilities is what you need and what Dr Dato provides. My view, he is the best in San Diego. Aubrey Woodroof PhD MBA Inventor of biosynthetic skin substitutes and tissue heart valves

March 9th, 2026

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Dr Dato, always a pleasure to visit because of his depth of knowledge and his patient manner of sharing medical care with his patients. The best talent available for someone suffering from advanced metastatic prostate cancer. He knows all options and his advice is highly regarded by his peers. Highly recommend and respect. E. Aubrey Woodroof PhD MBA CREATOR: Tissue Heart Valves and Biosynthetic Skin Substitutes (Biobrane, the first. PermeaDerm is current state of the art

December 4th, 2025

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Always compassionate, takes time to address all your concerns and approaches problem solving calmly, methodically, and conservatively.

September 9th, 2025

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The doctor is very professional very thorough and great to work with. The staff likewise was friendly, professional, and great to work with.

June 10th, 2025

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I am alive today because of Dr. Dato’s ability, knowledge and complete understanding of the balance between treatment and holiday. In my hard of hearts I truly believe there is no one as progressive as Dr. Dato in his methodology of treatments for the patient that provides the highest quality of life possible under the circumstances. He is top in his field of Urology and I can’t thank him enough that he is in my life.

April 14th, 2025

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Dr. Dato is not only very knowledgeable but also professional, friendly and easy to talk to. He takes time both to provide a full explanation about necessary procedures and available alternatives, as well as to answer all questions. I have also found his staff extremely helpful and responsive. My experience with both Dr. Dato and his office has been outstanding!

March 17th, 2025

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Dr. Dato explained my lab results with me and compared them to prior labs. He described the significance of the numbers and life style changes that may improve them. I did not feel rushed. His knowledge was apparent and made me confident about his analysis and suggestions. Dr. Dato is personable and compassionate. He and his staff were timely and efficient.

December 9th, 2024

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Excellent! I never felt rushed and Dr. Dato was comprehensive in his discussion with me and various options available. High recommended!

September 3rd, 2024

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Very professional took the time to explain procedure

April 17th, 2024

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3444 KEARNY VILLA RD STE 201SAN DIEGO, CA 92123

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Dr. Paul E. Dato, MD	Dr. Virginia Von Schaefer, MD	Hee Jin Lee	Dr. Kevin Timothy Murphy, MD
Oncology	Oncology	Nurse Practitioner	Radiation Oncology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
5 (32 Ratings)	4 (4 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.5 (13 Ratings)
42 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience		28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks Russian, Spanish, English	Speaks Spanish, Tagalog
SAN DIEGO , CA	San Clemente , CA	San Diego , CA	San Diego , CA
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine	Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons		Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Oncology

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Kidney Stones
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Prostate Cancer
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Which hospitals is Dr. Paul Dato affiliated with?: Dr. Paul Dato is affiliated with East Campus Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health.

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