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Dr. Catalina Escobar, MD

Dr. Catalina Escobar, MD

Family Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Catalina Escobar, MD is a family medicine physician in San Diego, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Universidad Ces, Facultad De Medicina in 1993. She is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.1 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 2.1 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

4650 Palm Ave San Diego, CA 92154
Telehealth available
(800) 290-5000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Escobar specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Escobar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Escobar

2.1
15 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
27%
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4 star
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3 star
0%
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2 star
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1 star
73%
73%

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Dr. Escobar has been my primary doctor for approximately 2 years. Prior to her, my previous doctor never had any type of follow-up on tests, results or anything to express concerns when my blood pressure continued to elevate. Dr. Escobar on the other hand, continuously monitors my tests, encouraged me to enroll in the diabetes educational class even though I'm only pre-diabetes and most importantly, I feel comfortable speaking with her regarding personal health-related issues.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mar 28, 2019
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I have never had such a negative experience with any Dr like I have with Dr CATALINA ESCOBAR MD. She never refilled my medicine, one time it took a month to get her to refill. She also took it upon herself to body shame me for having a pump put in, that I've had for 4 years, several specialist felt it was my last option, by the time I left, she literally had me SOBBING. Saying that SHE would never have such a thing in HER body. I had to fight every month for my refills. She is an over paid bully
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Saundra in Santee, CA – Jul 14, 2017
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This doctor is the worse doctor my mom has had. Treated my mother like a piece of trash. Did not care for her health concerns AT ALL. She should actually practice what she preaches. Her biography says " I discovered real love for helping people and fell in love with the human side of medicine." REALLY???? Well if that is the case you should start listening to your patients and care a little for them vs. making them feel belittled.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
13 others found this helpful
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Isela Ochoa in San Diego, CA – Jul 29, 2016
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About Me

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Health care leader whose mission is to keep you healthy. Under-one-roof convenience, 24-hour advice nurse, and online access to manage your health - anytime.

  • Family Medicine

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  • Universidad Ces, Facultad De Medicina

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Kaiser Permanente4650 Palm Ave San Diego, CA 92154
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center

    4647 Zion Ave
    San Diego, CA 92120
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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