Summary

Dr. Thomas Savides is a gastroenterologist who earned his medical degree from University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. With 39 years of experience in digestive health, he has built extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the gastrointestinal system. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Savides practices at University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center in La Jolla, California. His clinical focus includes treating Barrett's esophagus and bile duct conditions, including bile duct stones. He performs sedation procedures and various pathology tests to help diagnose digestive disorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 39 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 23 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

9300 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92037
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

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39 Years of Experience
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La Jolla , CAMontgomery , ALSACRAMENTO , CATempe , AZ
Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: Georgia State University Med School: Emory University Med School: Charles R Drew University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Thomas John Savides

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Community Health Group
  • Empire Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Thomas John Savides has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Thomas John Savides has the following 23 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Digestive System Endoscopy (EGD)
  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
  • Esophagus Cancer (Esophogeal Neoplasm)
  • Gallstones
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases (GI Diseases)
  • Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Thomas John Savides 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 Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Thomas John Savides' NPI number is 1588649081.

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What languages does Thomas Savides speak?
Thomas Savides speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Thomas Savides's office located?
Thomas Savides's office is located at 9300 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA, 92037.
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