Dr. Steven Alvin La Fond, MD

Dr. Steven La Fond is a geriatric medicine specialist with additional expertise in internal medicine, family medicine, and hospice and palliative care. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and brings 27 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. La Fond focuses on the comprehensive care of older adults while also providing primary care services across age groups.

Dr. La Fond practices at multiple Kaiser Permanente locations throughout San Diego, California. He specializes in managing complex conditions commonly affecting older adults, including type 2 diabetes and heart rhythm disorders like atrial fibrillation. Dr. La Fond also provides compassionate care for patients and families dealing with Alzheimer's disease. His approach includes coordinating diagnostic imaging such as chest X-rays when needed for patient care. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.6 on Vitals.