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Dr. Christine Montesa, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
5.0 (1)
Map Pin Small Pomona, CA
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Christine Montesa, MD

Dr. Christine Montesa, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Pomona, CA. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 16 years of experience, and is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. They graduated from University of California at San Diego and is affiliated with Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Montesa an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Montesa works at Practice in Pomona, CA with other offices in La Jolla, CA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Montesa's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Office
    1940 N Orange Grove Ave, Pomona, CA 91767 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (909) 865-6900
  2. 2
    Office
    9434 Medical Center Dr Fl 1, La Jolla, CA 92037 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 657-7777

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  • Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center

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    About Dr. Christine Montesa, MD

    Specialties*
    • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 16 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1467616581
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of California at San Diego
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    Board Certifications
    • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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