599 Obstetrician-Gynecologists Found in La Mesa, CA – Page 8

We found 599 Obstetrician-Gynecologists available in La Mesa, CA with an average 4 stars across 4,256 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 275 Obstetrician-Gynecologists listed are accepting new patients and 213 accept Medicare. Showing 421 to 480 of 599 Obstetrician-Gynecologists.

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Dana Culp, DNP, NP-C, FNP-C

Family Medicine
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
TRUCKEE, CA
Dana Culp, DNP, NP-C, is a dedicated Doctor of Nursing Practice and the clinical heart behind Thrive Midlife Medicine, a premier virtual clinic serving women across California and Nevada. View Profile

Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles

Reproductive Endocrinology
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Glendale, CA
"Incredible customer service, bedside manner, and more. Highly recommend." View Profile

Dr. Ingrid Anne Rodi, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Provided follow-up after the visit
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Los Angeles, CA
"I don't have enough words to describe how wonderful Dr. Rodi and the staff, including but not limited to Carol, Ivory, Stephanie, Julie, and Alma, are at Pacific Fertility Center." View Profile

Dr. Vicken V Sahakian, MD

Reproductive Endocrinology
Flexible scheduling
39 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Los Angeles, CA
Dr. Vicken Sahakian is the Chief Medical Officer of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles (PFCLA). View Profile

Dr. Ashim Kumar, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Gave an accurate diagnosis
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Arcadia, CA
"After 4 years of unsuccessful tries at pregnancy Dr. Lunar made me dreams a reality with our little baby boy. 1 month after seeing him for the first time I was pregnant." View Profile

Dr. Catherine Marin DeUgarte, MD

Reproductive Endocrinology
Gave an accurate diagnosis
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Los Angeles, CA
"Dr Deugarte is the most compassionate, thoughtful, brilliant and caring physician I have ever seen. She has guided and supported me through countless ups and downs in my journey." View Profile

Dr. Vicken P. Sepilian, MD

Reproductive Endocrinology
Spent time with me
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Glendale, CA
"Dr. Sepilian and his team are phenomenal. I have never met a doctor who cares so deeply about his patients' needs or is as passionate about achieving the results you're hoping for." View Profile

Dr. Michele L. Evans, MD

Reproductive Endocrinology
Flexible scheduling
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Glendale, CA
"She spent over an hour just talking to us, gathering history etc. at our initial consultation. She's knowledgable, easy to talk to, and answers email within hours." View Profile

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Dr. Kimberly Ann Smith, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
15 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Kimberly Ann Smith, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA. She has 15 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Michael Frank White

Obstetrics & Gynecology
66 years exp
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Michael Frank White is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. They have 66 years of experience. Their specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. James Henry Price, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Dr. James Henry Price, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. Their specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Udo Wahn

Obstetrics & Gynecology
47 years exp
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Udo Wahn is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 47 years of experience. His specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Ravi Nitin Nakrani

Obstetrics & Gynecology
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Ravi Nitin Nakrani is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Marcos, CA and Sacramento, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Stephanie Benay Stratton-Egleton, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Stephanie Benay Stratton-Egleton, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Paul Christian Talise, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Paul Christian Talise, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA. View Profile

Dr. Alethea Anne Hanley, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
21 years exp
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Alethea Anne Hanley, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA. She has 21 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Melissa Anne Schwartz, MD

Gynecologic Oncology
14 years exp
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Melissa Anne Schwartz, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in Saint Louis, MO and Chesterfield, MO(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Howard Alan Schneider, MD

Neonatology
50 years exp
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Howard Alan Schneider, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 50 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Tatiana Lutra Catanzarite, MD

Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Tatiana Lutra Catanzarite, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA. View Profile

Dr. Sheeva Yazdani Sabouni, DO

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Sheeva Yazdani Sabouni, DO is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in Roseville, CA and Sacramento, CA(and 9 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Elmer Charles Werner, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
72 years exp
El Cajon, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Elmer Charles Werner, MD is a health care provider primarily located in El Cajon, CA. They have 72 years of experience. Their specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Carl Connery Johnson, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
48 years exp
San Diego, CA5.1 mi
Dr. Dr. Carl Connery Johnson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with another office in San Diego, CA. He has 48 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Elizabeth Anne Coulter

Obstetrics & Gynecology
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.2 mi
Dr. Dr. Elizabeth Anne Coulter is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. She has 10 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Erin Joanne Griswold

Obstetrics & Gynecology
20 years exp
San Diego, CA5.2 mi
Dr. Dr. Erin Joanne Griswold is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. She has 20 years of experience. Her specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Eliana Judith Deutsch

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.2 mi
Dr. Dr. Eliana Judith Deutsch is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA. View Profile

Dr. Michael Dennis Manley

Obstetrics & Gynecology
53 years exp
San Diego, CA5.2 mi
Dr. Dr. Michael Dennis Manley is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. They have 53 years of experience. Their specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Elizabeth Deering Ponec

Obstetrics & Gynecology
43 years exp
San Diego, CA5.2 mi
Dr. Dr. Elizabeth Deering Ponec is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with another office in San Diego, CA. She has 43 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Anne S Cooper

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.2 mi
Dr. Dr. Anne S Cooper is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in La Jolla, CA and La Jolla, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Michael Jeffrey Dainer, DO

Obstetrics & Gynecology
55 years exp
San Diego, CA8.3 mi
"We were in a unique situation where we knew our child would not survive long after brith." View Profile

Dr. Joel Barry Lench

Obstetrics & Gynecology
61 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.3 mi
Dr. Dr. Joel Barry Lench is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with another office in San Diego, CA. He has 61 years of experience. View Profile

Priya Reddy

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
SAN DIEGO, CA5.3 mi
Priya Reddy is a health care provider primarily located in SAN DIEGO, CA, with other offices in SAN DIEGO, CA and National City, CA. View Profile

Dr. Deborah Marie Fitzgerald, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
San Diego, CA5.4 mi
Dr. Dr. Deborah Marie Fitzgerald, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. Their specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Lisa Christine Underwood, DO

Obstetrics & Gynecology
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.5 mi
Dr. Dr. Lisa Christine Underwood, DO is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Jeanne King Runner

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.4 mi
Jeanne King Runner is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. Her specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Roxane Roncarolo De Vries

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
SAN DIEGO, CA5.5 mi
Roxane Roncarolo De Vries is a health care provider primarily located in SAN DIEGO, CA, with other offices in Sacramento, CA and West Sacramento, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Michael Cardenas, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
San Diego, CA8.6 mi
"I came to Dr Cardenas after 5 miscarriages. He looked at me like a fun puzzle, he re assured me we were going to find the root of the problem." View Profile

Dr. Donald Guy Byrnes, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
68 years exp
San Diego, CA8.3 mi

Dr. Kristina Marie Morocco, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
28 years exp
San Diego, CA8.3 mi
"You are a great Dr." View Profile

Dr. Dale Harold Bull, MD

Neonatology
40 years exp
San Diego, CA8.3 mi
Dr. Dr. Dale Harold Bull, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 40 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Brianne Crystal Gober, MD

Family Medicine
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.3 mi
Dr. Dr. Brianne Crystal Gober, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in Norfolk, VA and San Diego, CA. She has 18 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Francisco Chavarria Kortman, DO

Obstetrics & Gynecology
San Diego, CA8.3 mi
Dr. Dr. Francisco Chavarria Kortman, DO is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with another office in San Diego, CA. View Profile

Dr. Aiwei Wei Wang, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
National City, CA7.3 mi
Dr. Dr. Aiwei Wei Wang, MD is a health care provider primarily located in National City, CA, with other offices in Chula Vista, CA and National City, CA(and 6 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Kimia Menhaji, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
12 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.6 mi
"I've recently had a visit with the new Urogynecology MD at WestCoast OB/GYN , Dr. Kimia Menhaji." View Profile

Dr. John Patrick Vanhouten, MD

Neonatology
37 years exp
San Diego, CA8.8 mi
Dr. Dr. John Patrick Vanhouten, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in Mountain View, CA and Encinitas, CA(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Larry Dean Flickinger

Obstetrics & Gynecology
45 years exp
San Diego, CA8.8 mi
Dr. Dr. Larry Dean Flickinger is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 45 years of experience. His specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Douglas Neil Carbine, MD

Neonatology
38 years exp
San Diego, CA8.3 mi
Dr. Dr. Douglas Neil Carbine, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 38 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Jason Riebel Lefringhouse, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
20 years exp
San Diego, CA8.3 mi
Dr. Dr. Jason Riebel Lefringhouse, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 20 years of experience. His specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Lori Sharon Kenny

Nurse Practitioner
EL CAJON, CA6.3 mi
Lori Sharon Kenny is a health care provider primarily located in EL CAJON, CA, with another office in EL CAJON, CA. View Profile

Dr. Ghanshyam Shivshekhar Yadav

Obstetrics & Gynecology
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA6.3 mi
Dr. Dr. Ghanshyam Shivshekhar Yadav is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in Houston, TX and San Diego, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Diana Barrows

Obstetrics & Gynecology
53 years exp
San Diego, CA9.0 mi
"You were wonderful and recommended me to Dr.Durfee--after 3 surgeries-'83-'85 I am still going strong at 84 yrs--can't believe it! Am extremely grate ..." View Profile

Dr. Ruth Elaine Hanson, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
San Diego, CA9.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Ruth Elaine Hanson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. Their specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Ariana Liz Melendez, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
8 years exp
San Diego, CA9.0 mi
"La Doctora Ariana Atendió a mi hija ella para nuestra familia es un Ángel enviado por Dios llego en los momentos cuando ya no sabíamos que hacer, ya habíamos perdido la esperanza después de 6 meses de angustia buscando quien la atendiera." View Profile

Dr. Jamieson Eric Jones, MD

Neonatology
44 years exp
San Diego, CA9.1 mi
Dr. Dr. Jamieson Eric Jones, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in Santa Maria, CA and Santa Maria, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Gary Griffin Ramsey

Obstetrics & Gynecology
36 years exp
San Diego, CA7.1 mi
Dr. Dr. Gary Griffin Ramsey is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 36 years of experience. His specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Graham Bernstein, MD

Neonatology
46 years exp
San Diego, CA8.3 mi
Dr. Dr. Graham Bernstein, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in Oxnard, CA and San Diego, CA. He has 46 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Anthony Scott Freathy

Obstetrics & Gynecology
39 years exp
San Diego, CA6.8 mi
Dr. Dr. Anthony Scott Freathy is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 39 years of experience. His specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Eghbal Zomorrodi

Obstetrics & Gynecology
64 years exp
San Diego, CA8.4 mi
Dr. Dr. Eghbal Zomorrodi is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. She has 64 years of experience. Her specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Frank Louis Mannino

Neonatology
54 years exp
San Diego, CA7.0 mi
Dr. Dr. Frank Louis Mannino is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 54 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Alison Lyn Deforest Sjahrial

Obstetrics & Gynecology
5 years exp
San Diego, CA7.1 mi
Dr. Dr. Alison Lyn Deforest Sjahrial is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. She has 5 years of experience. Her specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Stephen Mark Kalkhoff, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
9 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA7.1 mi
Dr. Dr. Stephen Mark Kalkhoff, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in Palm Springs, CA and Twentynine Palms, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Suzanne Martha Schweikert, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA9.4 mi
Dr. Dr. Suzanne Martha Schweikert, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in Oceanside, CA and San Marcos, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Bao-Quyen Hoang Nguyen

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Accepting New Patients
National City, CA7.3 mi
Dr. Dr. Bao-Quyen Hoang Nguyen is a health care provider primarily located in National City, CA, with other offices in National City, CA and Chula Vista, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Courtney Lynn Ketch, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
National City, CA7.3 mi
Dr. Dr. Courtney Lynn Ketch, MD is a health care provider primarily located in National City, CA, with another office in National City, CA. She has 10 years of experience. View Profile

Maria Erna Layugan Lappay

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Accepting New Patients
National City, CA7.3 mi
Maria Erna Layugan Lappay is a health care provider primarily located in National City, CA, with another office in National City, CA. View Profile

Nancy Oropeza

Obstetrics & Gynecology
9 years exp
Accepting New Patients
National City, CA7.4 mi
Nancy Oropeza is a health care provider primarily located in National City, CA. She has 9 years of experience. Her specialties include Obstetrics & Gynecology. View Profile

Dr. Helen Paige Swenson

Obstetrics & Gynecology
12 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA7.7 mi
Dr. Dr. Helen Paige Swenson is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA. She has 12 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Marina Clarissa Germanos

Obstetrics & Gynecology
7 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA7.7 mi
Dr. Dr. Marina Clarissa Germanos is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with another office in San Marcos, CA. She has 7 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Alison Nicole Graham, DO

Family Medicine
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA7.9 mi
Dr. Dr. Alison Nicole Graham, DO is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and Bozeman, MT(and 3 other locations). View Profile

What is an Obstetrician-Gynecologist and How Can They Help You?

An OB-GYN physician specializes in women's reproductive health throughout the lifespan, including pregnancy care and childbirth. These specialists provide both surgical and medical management from adolescence through post-menopausal years.

OB-GYNs complete medical school and a four-year obstetrics and gynecology residency combining surgical and medical training. Some pursue subspecialty fellowship in maternal-fetal medicine, gynecologic cancer, or fertility medicine.

An OB-GYN's clinical practice includes:

  • Concentrates on reproductive health, pregnancy management, and childbirth
  • Conducts gynecologic examinations, cervical cancer screening, prenatal monitoring, deliveries, and gynecologic operations
  • Manages gestational complications, menstrual irregularities, reproductive challenges, ovarian pathology, uterine fibroids, and menopausal transition
  • Provides pregnancy surveillance, operative deliveries, hysterectomies, hormonal interventions, and preventive care
  • Known as: women's health physician, obstetrician, gynecologist, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for an Obstetrician-Gynecologist in La Mesa who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Obstetrician-Gynecologists in La Mesa who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Obstetrician-Gynecologists in La Mesa who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Obstetrician-Gynecologists providing telehealth services in La Mesa. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Obstetrician-Gynecologists in La Mesa?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Obstetrician-Gynecologists, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with an Obstetrician-Gynecologist in La Mesa?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in La Mesa. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Obstetrician-Gynecologists in La Mesa have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in La Mesa. This helps you find an Obstetrician-Gynecologist that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Obstetrician-Gynecologists in La Mesa without calling?
Search for Obstetrician-Gynecologists who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate an Obstetrician-Gynecologist in La Mesa with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Obstetrician-Gynecologists in La Mesa. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with an Obstetrician-Gynecologist in La Mesa?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Obstetrician-Gynecologist.
How can I locate an Obstetrician-Gynecologist in La Mesa who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Obstetrician-Gynecologists. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for an Obstetrician-Gynecologist in La Mesa who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Obstetrician-Gynecologists practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Obstetrician-Gynecologists who work there.

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