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Dr. Rafael Garcia, MD

Pediatrics* Age 72
Dr. Rafael Garcia, MD
3.0 (2 Ratings)

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Dr. Rafael Garcia, MD is a Pediatrician in National City, CA.
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Dr. Rafael Garcia, MD

Pediatrics* Age 72
National City, CA
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Rafael Garcia, MD is a Pediatrician in National City, CA.

About

Dr. Garcia graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine. Dr. Rafael Garcia, MD is a Pediatrician in National City, CA and has 44 years experience. Dr. Garcia currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Rady Children's Hospital San Diego and Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center. At present, Dr. Garcia received an average rating of 3.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Garcia's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Garcia also speaks Spanish. Dr. Garcia is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    610 Euclid Ave Ste 302, National City, CA 91950
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 527-7700
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2 Gateway Medical Group of San Diego Inc
    286 Euclid Ave Ste 207, San Diego, CA 92114
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Pediatrics
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Education

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Medical Education
  • Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine
    1980
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  • Pediatrics
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Rafael Garcia, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Garcia's profile.

Dr. Rafael Garcia, MD is affiliated with Rady Children's Hospital San Diego and Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Rafael Garcia, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Rady Children's Hospital San Diego

    3020 Childrens Way, San Diego, CA

  • Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

    751 Medical Center Ct, Chula Vista, CA