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Dr. Theodore Folkerth, MD

Thoracic Surgery*
3.4 (8)
Map Pin Small Oceanside, CA
Accepting new patients
59 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Theodore Folkerth, MD

Dr. Theodore Folkerth, MD is a Thoracic Surgery Specialist in Oceanside, CA. They specialize in Thoracic Surgery, has 59 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Indiana University and is affiliated with Tri-city Medical Center. Dr. Folkerth, completed a residency at Naval Reg Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Folkerth an average 3.4 star rating.

Dr. Folkerth works at Practice in Oceanside, CA. They are accepting new patients and accept UnitedHealthCare 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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    3998 Vista Way Ste 204, Oceanside, CA 92056 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 726-2500

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    About Dr. Theodore Folkerth, MD

    Specialties*
    • Thoracic Surgery

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    • 59 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1952477572
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Children's Hospital Boston
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    • Naval Reg Medical Center
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    • U.S. Marine Corps, First Battalion 3rd Division
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    • Indiana University
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    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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