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Dr. Lauren Ficks, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
4.2 (16)
Map Pin Small Ventura, CA
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Lauren Ficks, MD

Dr. Lauren Ficks, MD is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in Ventura, CA. They specialize in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, has 33 years of experience, and is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. They graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and is affiliated with West Hills Hospital & Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Ficks an average 4.2 star rating.

Dr. Ficks works at Practice in Ventura, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Vitamin D Deficiency, Vitamin_Deficiency and Osteopenia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem 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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    2772 Johnson Dr Ste 100, Ventura, CA 93003 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (805) 642-1430

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  • West Hills Hospital & Medical Center

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    4.2
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    About Dr. Lauren Ficks, MD

    Specialties
    • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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    Years of Experience
    • 33 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1609912666
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Cedars Sinai Med Ctr
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • University of California-Los Angeles
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    Medical Education
    • Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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    Dr. Ficks has seen patients for Vitamin D Deficiency, Vitamin_Deficiency and Osteopenia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Ficks on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    16 patients have reviewed Dr. Ficks. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Ficks.

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