Summary

Dr. Paul Teirstein is a cardiovascular disease specialist with 46 years of experience treating heart and blood vessel conditions. He earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his internal medicine residency at prestigious institutions including Brigham & Women's Hospital and Stanford University Hospital. Dr. Teirstein pursued advanced fellowship training in cardiovascular diseases at Stanford University Hospital, gaining specialized expertise in complex heart conditions. He maintains board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and provides care in English.

Dr. Teirstein practices at multiple Scripps Health locations throughout San Diego County, including Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. His primary office is located in La Jolla, California. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, including heart disease specifically affecting women, and manages patients with reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. Dr. Teirstein performs diagnostic heart catheterization procedures and coronary angiograms to evaluate blocked arteries. Patients rate him 4.2 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.2
  • 46 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • St Luke's Med Center
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Scripps Clinic John R. Anderson V Medical Pavilion

9898 Genesee AveLa Jolla, CA 92037
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 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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46 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Polish Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English
La Jolla , CANational City , CAWinter Park , FLLa Jolla , CA
Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Med School: Poznan University of Medical Science Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paul Teirstein

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Paul Teirstein has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Paul Teirstein has the following 19 areas of expertise

  • Balloon Angioplasty (Coronary Angioplasty)
  • Blood Clot (Thrombosis)
  • Blood Vessel Prosthesis Implantation
  • Coronary Artery Angioplasty & Stent
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Coronary Atherectomy
  • Coronary Disease
  • Coronary Restenosis
  • Coronary Stenosis
  • Coronary Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Embolism
  • Heart Catheterization
  • Heart Disease (Myocardial Ischemia)
  • Heart Diseases
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Pathologic Constriction
  • Vascular Graft Occlusion

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

St Luke's Med Center1987
Stanford University Hospital1986

Residency

Brigham & Women's Hospital Program
Stanford Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine
Peter Bent Brigham Hospital/Harvard University1983
Peter Bent Brigham Hospital/Harvard University1981

Medical School

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiGraduated in 1980
Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York NyGraduated in 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Paul Teirstein's office located?
Dr. Paul Teirstein's office is located at 9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037.
Does Dr. Paul Teirstein accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Paul Teirstein has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Paul Teirstein accepting new patients?
Dr. Paul Teirstein has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Paul Teirstein speak?
Dr. Paul Teirstein speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Paul Teirstein affiliated with?
Dr. Paul Teirstein is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.

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