Summary

Dr. Robert Herbst is a physician with expertise in ophthalmology, plastic surgery, and psychiatry. He earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and has been practicing medicine for 57 years. Dr. Herbst speaks English fluently.

Dr. Herbst practices in Poway and San Diego, California. He specializes in treating back pain, including back pain during pregnancy and in children and teens. His procedural expertise includes optical coherence tomography and retinal imaging. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 57 years of experience
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Tufts University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Robert William Herbst has 2 locations

Dr. Robert William Herbst

15725 Pomerado RdPoway, CA 92064

Dr. Robert William Herbst

1514 7TH AVE UNIT 802SAN DIEGO, CA 92101

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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57 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Poway , CATEMECULA , CANational City , CAEl Centro , CA
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI Med School: Indiana University School of Medicine Med School: Boston University School of Medicine in Boston, MA
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert William Herbst

  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert William Herbst has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert William Herbst has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Psychiatry

Certifications, License, & Education

57 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Tufts University School Of Medicine in 1969.

NPI Number

Dr. Herbst's NPI number is 1043241524.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Robert Herbst accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Robert Herbst has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Robert Herbst's office located?
Dr. Robert Herbst's office is located at 15725 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA, 92064.
What languages does Dr. Robert Herbst speak?
Dr. Robert Herbst speaks English.
Does Dr. Robert Herbst accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Robert Herbst accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Robert Herbst accepting new patients?
Dr. Robert Herbst has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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