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- Cardiothoracic Surgery
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- San Diego
- Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite, MD
Overview of Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite, MD
Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in San Diego, CA. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 35 years of experience, and is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. They graduated from HARVARD Medical School and is affiliated with UC San Diego Medical Center.
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Dr. Thistlethwaite's Office Locations
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Uc San Diego200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103 Directions (619) 543-7777
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University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center9300 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 Directions (858) 657-7777
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Ucsd Heath Care3855 Health Sciences Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093 Directions (858) 822-6100
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Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center At Uc San Diego Health - Pulmonary Vascular Medicine9434 Medical Center Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 Directions (858) 657-7777
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- UC San Diego Medical Center
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- ADVANTAGE Health Solutions, Inc.
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
- Blue Shield of California
- Cigna
- First Health
- Health Net
- Molina Healthcare
- Oscar Health
- UnitedHealthCare
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About Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite, MD
- Cardiothoracic Surgery
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- 35 years of experience
- English
- 1831121789
Education & Certifications
- HARVARD Medical School
- Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Thistlethwaite accepts Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.
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