4.8
4 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Rachel Palma is a family medicine physician who brings over two decades of experience to her practice. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine and has been caring for patients for 22 years. Dr. Palma is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse communities throughout the San Diego area.
Dr. Palma is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, and Sharp Mary Birch Hospital For Women And Newborns, with practice locations in San Diego and Coronado, California. She specializes in managing high cholesterol in children and teens, treating type 2 diabetes, and addressing hyperlipidemia. Her practice also focuses on preventive care through adult immunizations, flu vaccines, and pneumococcal conjugate vaccines. Patients have rated Dr. Palma 4.8 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in her comprehensive family medicine care.
Dr. Palma is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, and Sharp Mary Birch Hospital For Women And Newborns, with practice locations in San Diego and Coronado, California. She specializes in managing high cholesterol in children and teens, treating type 2 diabetes, and addressing hyperlipidemia. Her practice also focuses on preventive care through adult immunizations, flu vaccines, and pneumococcal conjugate vaccines. Patients have rated Dr. Palma 4.8 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in her comprehensive family medicine care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 22 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Touro University California College Of Osteopathic Medicine
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Rachel Chrystan Palma has 5 locationsSharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group
10243 Genetic Center DrSan Diego, CA 92121 Tel: (858) 499-2600
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
Sharp Mary Birch Hospital For Women And Newborns
3003 Health Center DrSan Diego, CA 92123 Tel: (858) 939-3400
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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese |
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| Med School: Touro University California College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rachel Chrystan Palma
Medical Specialties
Dr. Rachel Chrystan Palma has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Rachel Chrystan Palma has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
22 Years Experience
Dr. Rachel Chrystan Palma holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Touro University California College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004.
NPI Number
Dr. Palma's NPI number is 1447455241.
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