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Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
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Overview of Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas, MD

Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas, MD is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in San Diego, CA. They graduated from University of Athens / College of Medicine / School of Health Science National & Kapodistrian and is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. Dr. Philis-Tsimikas, completed a residency at Medical Center Ctrl Mass.

Dr. Philis-Tsimikas works at Ascension Medical Group Genesys Heart Center in San Diego, CA. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    3626 Ruffin Rd # 82807, San Diego, CA 92123 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 565-9666

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  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

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    Specialties*
    • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Greek
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    NPI Number
    • 1922105964
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Scripps Clin-Rsch Found|University Calif
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    Residency
    • Medical Center Ctrl Mass
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    Internship
    • Stamford Hospital
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    Medical Education
    • University of Athens / College of Medicine / School of Health Science National & Kapodistrian
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    Board Certifications
    • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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    Dr. Philis-Tsimikas works at Ascension Medical Group Genesys Heart Center in San Diego, CA. View the full address on Dr. Philis-Tsimikas’s profile.

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