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Brian H. West, MD
5.0
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Cardiology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
Brian H. West, MD
5.0
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Cardiology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
Schedule an appointment
Accepting new patients
Virtual visits available
Location and phone
8975 Balboa Ave
Floor 1
San Diego, CA 92123
Get directions858-262-8687
Fax: 858-262-86712929 Health Center Drive
Floor 2
San Diego, CA 92123-2762
Get directions858-939-6561
Fax: 858-874-2487
Care schedule
Sharp Rees-Stealy San Diego
2929 Health Center Drive
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About Brian H. West, MD
Age: 45
Education
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center: Residency
University of California, San Diego: Advanced Fellowship
New York Presbyterian Hospital-Cornell Campus: Internship
New York Presbyterian Hospital-Cornell Campus: Residency
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA: Fellowship
Mount Sinai School of Medicine: Medical School
Hospital affiliation
NPI
1306130380
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Insurance plans accepted
Brian H. West, MD, accepts 34 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
5.0
262 ratings
Patient ratings
Provider discussed treatment options
5.0
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
5.0
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
5.0
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
5.0
Provider included you in decisions
5.0
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
February 16, 2026
5.0
I've seen Dr. West 2 times after Dr. Gillespie retied. I am very happy with his care and explanations during our visit.
Verified Patient
February 14, 2026
5.0
Dr. West was highly professional, courteous, and caring. I had a great experience, all my concerns were addressed.
Verified Patient
February 5, 2026
5.0
Dr West is a very clear in his review of test results, etc. He has a very caring manner.
Verified Patient
February 5, 2026
5.0
Excellent
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