4.2
20 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Taddese Desta treats hemorrhoids, GERD, and acid reflux, and performs lower GI endoscopy and colonoscopy. He practices gastroenterology and internal medicine and has 37 years of experience. Dr. Desta is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center and sees patients in San Diego and El Cajon, California. He completed his residency at St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center and earned his medical degree from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine. He speaks Spanish and Tagalog. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Desta 4.2 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 37 years of experience
- 56 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, Tagalog
- St Marys Hospital Medical Center
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 8 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Had a good bedside manner
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Locations
Dr. Taddese Teferi Desta has 8 locationsDigestive Disease Associates Inc
292 Euclid Ave Ste 115San Diego, CA 92114 Tel: (619) 266-3332
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Euclid Endoscopy Center Lp
286 Euclid Ave Ste 109San Diego, CA 92114 Tel: (619) 564-8249
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Euclid Endoscopy Center Lp
2732 Navajo Rd Ste 100El Cajon, CA 92020Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Taddese Teferi Desta, MD | Theresa Obonyano, APRN | Rebecca Humphries, APRN | Jan Seiler, APRN |
| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 37 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, Tagalog | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| San Diego , CA | Sacramento , CA | Sacramento , CA | Montgomery , AL |
| Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine | Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston | Med School: Emory University | Med School: Georgia State University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Taddese Teferi Desta
Medical Specialties
Dr. Taddese Teferi Desta has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Taddese Teferi Desta has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
Dr. Taddese Teferi Desta 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
Residency
Completed their residency at St Marys Hospital Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine in 1989.
NPI Number
Dr. Desta's NPI number is 1346326246.
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- What languages does Dr. Taddese Desta speak?
- Dr. Taddese Desta speaks Spanish and Tagalog.
- Does Dr. Taddese Desta accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Taddese Desta accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Taddese Desta affiliated with?
- Dr. Taddese Desta is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center.
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