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Dr. Monica Budianu, MD

Rheumatology* Age 47
Dr. Monica Budianu, MD
4.6 (11 Ratings)

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Dr. Monica Budianu, MD

Rheumatology* Age 47
La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Monica Budianu, MD is a Rheumatologist in La Jolla, CA.

About

Dr. Budianu graduated from Alexandria University School of Medicine. Dr. Monica Budianu, MD is a Rheumatologist in La Jolla, CA and has 19 years experience. Dr. Budianu currently practices at Scripps Clinic Orthopedics and are affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego. At present, Dr. Budianu received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Dr. Budianu's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Budianu is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Scripps Clinic
    9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 824-5269
  2. 2 Orthopaedic Specialists of North County Inc.
    3905 Waring Rd, Oceanside, CA 92056
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 724-9000
  3. 3 Scripps Clinic Mission Valley-Building 7425
    7425 Mission Valley Rd Ste 202, San Diego, CA 92108
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 245-2355
  4. 4 Scripps Green Hospital
    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 554-8819
  5. 5 Office
    10790 Rancho Bernardo Rd Ste 202, San Diego, CA 92127
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 245-2355
  6. 6 Scripps Clinic Medical Laboratories
    15004 Innovation Dr, San Diego, CA 92128
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 605-7975

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Jun 01, 2023
Dr Budianu is very thorough in the consultation. I felt that she really cared. She took the time to explain things to me and answer my questions.
— Jun 01, 2023
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Rheumatology
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Education

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Medical Education
  • Alexandria University School of Medicine
    2005
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  • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Monica Budianu, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Budianu's profile.

Dr. Monica Budianu, MD is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego.

Yes, Dr. Monica Budianu, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

    4077 5th Ave, San Diego, CA