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Dr. James Otoshi, MD

Pulmonary Disease* Age 77
Dr. James Otoshi, MD
4.2 (5 Ratings)

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Dr. James Otoshi, MD

Pulmonary Disease* Age 77
Escondido, CA
Accepting new patients
51 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Otoshi, MD is a Pulmonologist in Escondido, CA.
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Dr. Otoshi graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1973 and completed a residency at University of California, San Diego.Dr. James Otoshi, MD is a Pulmonologist in Escondido, CA and has 51 years experience. Dr. Otoshi currently practices at Arch Health Medical Group and are affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Medical Center Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido. At present, Dr. Otoshi received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Dr. Otoshi's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Otoshi is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    488 E Valley Pkwy Ste 211, Escondido, CA 92025
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  2. 2 Office
    199 Citracado Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92029
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Experience and Background Check

Respiratory Failure
Pneumonia
Shortness of Breath
Respiratory Failure
Pneumonia
Shortness of Breath
Respiratory Failure
Pneumonia
Shortness of Breath
Asthma
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Bronchitis
Chronic Sinusitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Emphysema
Pleural Effusion
Pneumonitis
Sleep Apnea
Abdominal Abscess
Acidosis
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Acute Bronchitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Anal or Rectal Pain
Asbestosis
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Autoimmune Diseases
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Bird Flu
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Bronchiectasis
Central Cyanosis
Chest Pain
Chronic Bronchiolitis
Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Constipation
Cough
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Cryptococcosis
Empyema
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Fever
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Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
Hypoxemia
Influenza (Flu)
Interstitial Lung Disease
Joint Pain
Lung Abscess
Lung Cancer
Lung Nodule
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Muscle Spasm
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Nausea
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Partial Lung Collapse
Pneumonitis (Due to Solids or Liquids)
Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Edema
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Eosinophilia
Pulmonary Hypertension
Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Sarcoidosis
Sleep Disorders
Swine Flu
Thrombosis
Thrush
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Tracheitis
Tuberculosis
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Valley Fever
Vascular Disease
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Wheezing
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Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Respiratory Management
Sleep Study
Thoracentesis

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Otoshi
4.2
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Jun 16, 2016
Dr Otoshi always takes the time to listen and explains very thoroughly what treatment he recommends. I have complete trust in him.
William E Cunningham in San Diego, CA — Jun 16, 2016
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. James Otoshi, MD is a pulmonologist in Escondido, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1973. He specializes in Pulmonary Disease and Internal Medicine.
Biography
Specialties*
Pulmonary Disease
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • HARVARD Medical School
    1973
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of California, San Diego
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of California, San Diego
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of California, San Diego
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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

Dr. James Otoshi, MD is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Medical Center Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido.

Yes, Dr. James Otoshi, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease.

Dr. Otoshi has over 51 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    2185 Citracado Pkwy, Escondido, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA

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