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Summary
Dr. Thomas Handley is a medical doctor specializing in surgery. He focuses his practice on treating serious conditions including sepsis and pediatric sepsis, which are life-threatening infections that require immediate medical attention. His surgical expertise allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients facing these critical health challenges.
Dr. Handley practices at University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center in La Jolla and University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest in San Diego. He treats patients with severe infections like sepsis, including children with pediatric sepsis. His practice also includes home infusion therapy, which allows patients to receive intravenous medications in the comfort of their own homes when appropriate for their treatment plan.
Dr. Handley practices at University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center in La Jolla and University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest in San Diego. He treats patients with severe infections like sepsis, including children with pediatric sepsis. His practice also includes home infusion therapy, which allows patients to receive intravenous medications in the comfort of their own homes when appropriate for their treatment plan.
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Quick Facts
- 1 insurance plan accepted
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Thomas Joseph Handley has 3 locationsUniversity Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center
9300 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 657-7000
University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest
200 W Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103 Tel: (619) 543-6222
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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| 67 Years of Experience | 56 Years of Experience | 91 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| La Jolla , CA | Bonita , CA | San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA |
| Med School: University of California at Los Angeles | Med School: University of Rochester | Med School: New York University | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Thomas Joseph Handley has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
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Certifications, License, & Education
Dr. Thomas Joseph Handley 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.
NPI Number
Dr. Handley's NPI number is 1649969239.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. Thomas Handley accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Thomas Handley has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Thomas Handley's office located?
- Dr. Thomas Handley's office is located at 9300 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA, 92037.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Handley affiliated with?
- Dr. Thomas Handley is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center and University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest.
- Does Dr. Thomas Handley accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Thomas Handley accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Thomas Handley accepting new patients?
- Dr. Thomas Handley has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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