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Dr. Brian Chavez, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 51
Dr. Brian Chavez, MD
4.7 (30 Ratings)

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Dr. Brian Chavez, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Laguna Hills, CA.
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Dr. Brian Chavez, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 51
Laguna Hills, CA
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Brian Chavez, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Laguna Hills, CA.

About

Dr. Chavez graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 2000 and completed a residency at UCSD Medical Center - Hillcrest.Dr. Brian Chavez, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Laguna Hills, CA and has 24 years experience. Dr. Chavez currently practices at South CNTY Kidney/Endocrine Ctr and are affiliated with MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center and Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo. Dr. Chavez has experience treating conditions like Thyroid Nodule, Vitamin D Deficiency and Goiter among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Chavez received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 30 times. Dr. Chavez's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Chavez also speaks Mandarin. Dr. Chavez is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Thyroid Nodule
Vitamin D Deficiency
Goiter
Thyroid Nodule
Vitamin D Deficiency
Goiter
Thyroid Nodule
Vitamin D Deficiency
Goiter
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Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Obesity
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Thyroid Cyst
Vitamin_Deficiency
Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Hashimoto's Disease
Hypogonadism
Hypothyroidism
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroiditis
Thyroid Hormone Replacement
Adrenal Gland Diseases
Adrenal Insufficiency
Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Dyslipidemia
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Graves' Disease
Hypercalcemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hyperprolactinemia
Hyperthyroidism
Hypoglycemia
Hypoparathyroidism
Hypothalamus Cancer
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lipid Disorders
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Menstrual Disorders
Metabolic Syndrome
Morbid Obesity
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Perimenopause
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Pituitary Tumor
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Proteinuria
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
Thyroid Cancer
Thyrotoxicosis
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Obesity Counseling
Abnormal Thyroid
Acanthosis Nigricans
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Thyroiditis
Administrative Physical
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Adrenal Incidentaloma
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
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Autoimmune Diseases
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Bone Disorders
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Chronic Sinusitis
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
Constipation
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Craniopharyngioma
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
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Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetic Coma
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
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Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Emphysema
Female Infertility
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Gestational Diabetes
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Hyperchylomicronemia
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Hypokalemia
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Iron Metabolism Disorders
Joint Pain
Kidney Disease
Klinefelter Syndrome
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Lipoprotein Disorders
Low Back Pain
Male Infertility
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Migraine
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Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia, Type 1 (MEN 1)
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Edema
Pheochromocytoma
Pollen Allergy
Polyneuropathy
Pregestational Diabetes Mellitus
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Radiculopathy
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Sinusitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Subacute Thyroiditis
Symptomatic Menopause
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Goiter
Thyrotoxicosis Factitia
Tobacco Use Disorder
Turner Syndrome
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vertigo
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Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Anemia
ACTH (Cosyntropin) Stimulation Test
Cholesterol Screening
Chronic Care Management
Dexamethasone Suppression Test
Diabetes Counseling
Diabetes Screening
Diabetic Evaluation
Dynamic Endocrine Function Test
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Immunization Administration
Insulin Pump Therapy
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Thyroid Nodule Evaluation
Thyroid Scan
Thyroid Screening
Ultrasound
Ultrasound, Thyroid
VAP Lipid Testing
Water Deprivation Test

Insurance Accepted

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    Vivity-CA HMO
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    Platinum (CaliforniaCare HMO/ Small Grp) HMO
    Silver Select (Select / Small Grp)-CA HMO
    UC Medicare without Prescription Drugs-CA PPO
    Gold Select (Select / Small Grp)-CA HMO
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Locations

  1. 1 South CNTY Kidney/Endocrine Ctr
    23141 Moulton Pkwy Ste 102, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (714) 334-8060
  2. 2 Scke Odyssey Medical Group
    22 Odyssey Ste 135, Irvine, CA 92618
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (949) 988-7550

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chavez
4.7
Based on 30 Reviews
5 Stars (27)
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3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
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Oct 09, 2021
Excellent endocrinologist! Listens and works with his patients, is very knowledgeable and is aware of the latest research. Office very well run, easy to make appointments.
Richard Northrop — Oct 09, 2021
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Mandarin
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
    2000
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • University C S D Medical Center - Hillcrest|University California San Diego Medical Center
    2001
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • UCSD Medical Center - Hillcrest
    2003
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • UCSD Medical Center - Hillcrest
    2005
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Brian Chavez, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Chavez's profile.

Dr. Chavez frequently treats the following conditions: Thyroid Nodule, Vitamin D Deficiency and Goiter. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Brian Chavez, MD is affiliated with MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center and Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo.

Yes, Dr. Brian Chavez, MD holds board certification in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center

    24451 Health Center Dr, Laguna Hills, CA

  • Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo

    27700 Medical Center Rd, Mission Viejo, CA