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Dr. Donald Drew, MD

Dr. Donald Drew, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Diego, CA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Drew, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Donald Drew, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Drew graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Naval Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Drew is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drew’s office at (619) 528-5000.

    Where did Dr. Drew go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Naval Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Az

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Drew board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Drew, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Drew speak?

    Dr. Drew and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Drew typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Drew diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Drew. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Drew typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Drew may include:

    Please contact Dr. Drew's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Drew accept my insurance?

    Dr. Drew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Drew accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Drew in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

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    Where is Dr. Drew's office located?

    Dr. Donald Drew's Primary Practice

    4647 Zion Ave

    San Diego, CA 92120

    (619) 528-5000

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    Dr. Donald Drew's Practice 2

    9455 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. Donald Drew's Practice 3

    400 Craven Rd

    San Marcos, CA 92078

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    What hospitals are Dr. Drew affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Drew has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kaiser Permanente San Marcos Medical Center,San Marcos, CA

    What is Dr. Drew's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Drew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003964966.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drew?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drew

    What is Dr. Donald Drew's specialty?

    Dr. Drew is an Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Donald Drew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Drew is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Donald Drew accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Drew is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Drew offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Drew's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Donald Drew?

    Please contact Dr. Drew's office at (619) 528-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Drew's office located?

    Dr. Drew's offices are located in San Diego, CA and San Marcos, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Drew have?

    Dr. Donald Drew is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.