Steven Plaxe, MD | San Diego, CA | Obstetrician-Gynecologist

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Dr. Steven Plaxe treats invasive gynecologic malignancy and has practiced obstetrics and gynecology and oncology for 45 years. He is affiliated with University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center and sees patients in San Diego, California. Dr. Plaxe earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

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accepting new patients
3.4

18 Ratings
45 years of experience
27 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai
6 written reviews
3 specialties
9 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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Steven Plaxe's Ratings and Reviews

3.4

18 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 23 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Saw him for ovarian cancer. Every single appointment I waited 30-90 minutes past my appointment time to see him. Was short and terse with during appointments when I asked questions. He gave no information regarding my chemo and zero information about losing all my reproductive organs. He was disrespectful, inappropriate and dismissive. Worst God complex ever. Stay away.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

June 6th, 2025

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If this man tells you the sky is blue getasecondopinion. Do not trust this man with your life.

July 29th, 2019

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Dr. Plaxe is an amazing doctor. I get why people don't like his, but i understand that he can't sugarcoat anything and he has to be honest. He cares about his patients and i felt safe with him and his team dealing with my case. He was my dr in 2017...never going to forget this experience!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 22nd, 2018

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Dr. Steven Plaxe was my second opinion for Padget's Skin Disease. He listened to all my questions and concerns. And answered all of my questions In his Palm Springs office. I choose him for my surgery, because he listens! He gave me excellent care before and after my surgery.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 11th, 2017

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Dr. Plaxe took my very complicated case of stage IV ovarian cancer 7 years ago and I still enjoy a life with no evidence of disease. The first time you meet him, he is a little stand offish, but after you get to know him, he is the most caring physician you could ask for. But most importantly, and I stress this ....YOU ONLY GET ONE CHANCE OF THAT ALL IMPORTANT 1ST DEBULKING SUGERY AND HIS SURGICAL SKILLS ARE BEYOND BRILLIANT, HE IS METICULOUS, AND THOROUGH. HE KNOWS HIS TRADE AND HE CARES... I WOULD NOT BE ALIVE TODAY IF IT WERE NOT FOR HIS SKILLS AND CARE. With that in mind remember, a physician that is warm and fuzzy and has a wonderful bedside manner, does NOT mean he has the best surgical skills and that IS ALL YOU WANT FOR YOUR GYNOC. Dont be fooled by hugs and kisses kind of doctor,,,you want SKILL, AND DR. PLAXE HAS IT...BEST GYNOC IN S.D. IN MY ESTIMATION.....

May 14th, 2016

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Dr. Plaxe and all of his associates are great. Answered all questions and concerns in a language easily understood. Excellent bedside manner.

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

April 27th, 2009

UC San Diego Health

3855 Health Sciences Drive Moores Cancer CenterSan Diego, CA 92037

Tel: (858) 822-6100

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Steven Plaxe, MD	Dr. Shawanda Renee Obey, MD	Dr. Niloufer Siddiqui Dennis, MD	Dr. Diana Hoppe, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology	Obstetrics & Gynecology	Obstetrics & Gynecology	Obstetrics & Gynecology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.4 (18 Ratings)	5 (26 Ratings)	4 (33 Ratings)	4.3 (4 Ratings)
45 Years of Experience	26 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
San Diego , CA	Rancho Cucamonga , CA	El Cajon , CA	Encinitas , CA
Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai	Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine	Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
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Steven Plaxe holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in 1981.

NPI Number

Steven Plaxe's NPI number is 1942356795.

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