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Summary
Dr. Sylvan has received extensive training in breast imaging and is board certified in radiology and internal medicine. He has performed hundreds of image-guided breast procedures, including stereotactic biopsy. Since entering private practice with La Jolla Radiology in 1991, he has added skills in interventional radiology. Dr. Sylvan received his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine. At Yale, he also served as chief resident in both internal medicine and diagnostic radiology. Following a fellowship in body imaging, he became an assistant professor of diagnostic radiology. His wife, Dr. Ellen Heyneman, is a child psychiatrist at University of California, San Diego. A golf enthusiast, Dr. Sylvan competes with a 9 handicap. Challenging his golf supremacy are his two children, Katie and Michael. Molly, their golden retriever, prefers other sports.
Quick Facts
- 44 years of experience
- speaks English
- Yale University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Paul Eric Sylvan has 4 locationsScripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista
435 H StChula Vista, CA 91910 Tel: (619) 691-7000
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
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
9888 Genesee AveLa Jolla, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 626-4123
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Eisenhower Primary Care At Rancho Mirage Medical Center
72780 COUNTRY CLUB DR # B-205ARANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270 Tel: (760) 834-7900
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
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| Diagnostic Radiology | Internal Medicine | Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 44 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English |
| Chula Vista , CA | San Diego , CA | La Jolla , CA | La Jolla , CA |
| Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine | Med School: Universitaet Hamburg Medizinische Fakultaet | Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paul Eric Sylvan
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Paul Eric Sylvan has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Paul Eric Sylvan has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
44 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Yale University School Of Medicine
Medical School
Yale University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1982
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Paul Sylvan affiliated with?
- Dr. Paul Sylvan is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista, Scripps Green Hospital, Eisenhower Medical Center, and Alhambra Hospital Medical Center.
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- Dr. Paul Sylvan's office is located at 435 H St, Chula Vista, CA, 91910.
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