3.3
3 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Walter Acuna is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospice and palliative care. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and has been practicing for 24 years. His dual expertise allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex medical conditions while also offering specialized comfort care for those facing serious illnesses.
Dr. Acuna practices at several respected medical facilities throughout Oakland and Richmond, California, including Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Highland Hospital, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus. His clinical focus includes caring for patients with diabetes, particularly Type 2 diabetes in children and teens, as well as geriatric diabetes management. He regularly performs essential diagnostic tests such as comprehensive blood panels and complete blood counts to monitor his patients' health. Patients rate Dr. Acuna 3.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Acuna practices at several respected medical facilities throughout Oakland and Richmond, California, including Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Highland Hospital, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus. His clinical focus includes caring for patients with diabetes, particularly Type 2 diabetes in children and teens, as well as geriatric diabetes management. He regularly performs essential diagnostic tests such as comprehensive blood panels and complete blood counts to monitor his patients' health. Patients rate Dr. Acuna 3.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 24 years of experience
- David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Walter Paul Acuna has 7 locationsKaiser Permanente Anesthesiology
275 W MacArthur Blvd Fl 2Oakland, CA 94611 Tel: (510) 752-1190
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Kaiser Permanente
3801 Howe StOakland, CA 94611 Tel: (510) 752-1190
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus
350 Hawthorne AveOakland, CA 94609 Tel: (510) 655-4000
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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Tamil | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
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| Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla | Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York | Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Walter Paul Acuna
Medical Specialties
Dr. Walter Paul Acuna has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Walter Paul Acuna has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 2002
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Walter Acuna's office located?
- Dr. Walter Acuna's office is located at 275 W MacArthur Blvd Fl 2, Oakland, CA, 94611.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Walter Acuna affiliated with?
- Dr. Walter Acuna is affiliated with Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Richmond Medical Center, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus.
- Does Dr. Walter Acuna accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Walter Acuna accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Walter Acuna accepting new patients?
- Dr. Walter Acuna is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Walter Acuna's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Acuna?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Walter Acuna here on Vitals.
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