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Dean F. Mayer, MD

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Rheumatology

(board certified)

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Sharp Rees-Stealy

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Sharp Rees-Stealy La Mesa

619-644-6750
Fax: 619-644-1139

5525 Grossmont Center Drive
Floor 3
La Mesa, CA 91942-3009


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  1. Sharp Rees-Stealy La Mesa

    5525 Grossmont Center Drive
    Floor 3
    La Mesa, CA 91942-3009
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    619-644-6750
    Fax: 619-644-1139


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About Dean F. Mayer, MD

I strive to optimize the care of rheumatologic disease for my patients.

Age: 54
In practice since: 2004
Gender: Male

Education

Mayo Clinic: Fellowship
Baylor College of Medicine: Internship
Baylor College of Medicine: Residency
University of California, San Diego: Medical School

NPI

1609886019

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Dean F. Mayer, MD, accepts 34 health insurance plans.

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Ratings and reviews

4.9

293 ratings

Patient ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.9

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.9

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9

Provider included you in decisions

4.9

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

January 26, 2026

5.0

Thank you, Dr Mayer, for including me in decision making about my care. He is such an amazing doctor, and I highly recommend him to family and friends! wished Sharp had more doctors like him.

Verified Patient

January 25, 2026

5.0

Dr. Mayer recommended a new step in my treatment, but he included me completely in the decision to escalate. When I asked questions, I felt as though he answered them fully and listened to all of my concerns. In general, I feel that Dr. Mayer is always looking out for my best interest as his patient. He never rushes through the visit and shows a lot of empathy for my condition.

Verified Patient

January 18, 2026

5.0

Dr Mayer is a very caring doctor!

Verified Patient

January 17, 2026

3.0

Dr. Mayer is recognized as a competent healthcare provider. However, as a new patient in the field of Rheumatology, I encountered difficulties in comprehending his explanations. It was noted that he expedited the examination due to a 40-minute delay in the appointment. Additionally, there was a lack of eye contact during the consultation. While I appreciated his promptness in issuing imaging orders, it would have been more efficient to either expedite the process further or schedule an appointment prior to his departure from the office to facilitate immediate MRI completion.

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Over 50 recognitions

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