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Dr. Sherief Gamie, MD
La Jolla, CA
29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gamie, Nuclear Radiologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Sherief Gamie, MD is a Nuclear Radiologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Gamie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gamie’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gamie’s office at (562) 933-1554.
Is Dr. Gamie board certified as a Nuclear Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Sherief Gamie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gamie speak?
Dr. Gamie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Gamie typically treat?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, Dr. Gamie 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. Gamie. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Gamie typically perform?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sherief Gamie may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Gamie's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gamie accept my insurance?
Dr. Gamie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 933-1554 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gamie accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Gamie in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gamie's office located?
Dr. Sherief Gamie's Primary Practice
3855 Health Sciences Dr
La Jolla, CA 92093
(562) 933-1554
What is Dr. Gamie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gamie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033131982.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gamie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gamie
What is Dr. Sherief Gamie's specialty?
Dr. Gamie is a Nuclear Radiologist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Nuclear Radiologist do?
A nuclear radiologist has expertise in the analysis of nuclear medicine and utilizes radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for both in vitro and in vivo diagnostics. Additionally, they administer these substances for the treatment of various diseases.
Is this Dr. Sherief Gamie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gamie is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Tri-City Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Temecula Valley Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Sherief Gamie accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sherief Gamie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sherief Gamie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gamie's office at (562) 933-1554 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sherief Gamie?
Please contact Dr. Gamie's office at (562) 933-1554 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sherief Gamie have?
Dr. Sherief Gamie is certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine.
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