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Summary
Dr. Sam Khalifian is a board-certified physician specializing in dermatology and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and brings 11 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Khalifian focuses on comprehensive skin care and general medical conditions, combining expertise in both specialties to provide thorough patient care.
Dr. Khalifian maintains affiliations with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Sharp Grossmont Hospital, practicing in Encinitas and La Mesa, California. He treats various skin conditions including actinic keratosis, abnormal moles, and basal cell skin cancer. His procedural expertise includes pathology testing and surgical pathology to help diagnose and treat patients effectively.
Dr. Khalifian maintains affiliations with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Sharp Grossmont Hospital, practicing in Encinitas and La Mesa, California. He treats various skin conditions including actinic keratosis, abnormal moles, and basal cell skin cancer. His procedural expertise includes pathology testing and surgical pathology to help diagnose and treat patients effectively.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 11 years of experience
- Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Sam Khalifian has 4 locationsGrossmont Dermatology Medical Clinic
8860 Center Dr Ste 300La Mesa, CA 91942 Tel: (619) 462-1670
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dermatology | Dermatology | Dermatology | Dermatology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 11 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, French | Speaks English | |
| ENCINITAS , CA | Delray Beach , FL | Miami , FL | New Hyde Park , NY |
| Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine | Med School: Rutgers Medical School | Med School: Brown Medical School | Med School: University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ- School of Osteopathic Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sam Khalifian
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Sam Khalifian has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Sam Khalifian has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
11 Years Experience
Dr. Sam Khalifian holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 2015.
NPI Number
Dr. Khalifian's NPI number is 1174926190.
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- Where is Dr. Sam Khalifian's office located?
- Dr. Sam Khalifian's office is located at 25 E E ST, ENCINITAS, CA, 92024.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Sam Khalifian affiliated with?
- Dr. Sam Khalifian is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Sharp Grossmont Hospital.
- Does Dr. Sam Khalifian accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Sam Khalifian accepts on their Vitals profile.
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