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Dean Mayer, MD

4.9

342 ratings

Doctor of medicine (MD)

Rheumatology

(board certified)

Medical Group

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 Mayer, MD

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

Age: 54
In practice since: 2004
Gender: Male
Languages: English

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 Mayer, MD, accepts 35 health insurance plans.

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Ratings and reviews

4.9

342 ratings

Patient ratings

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9

Provider included you in decisions

4.9

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.8

Provider discussed treatment options

4.9

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

July 29, 2025

5.0

My doctor is very kind.

Verified Patient

July 26, 2025

5.0

Genius, rockstar, kind & informative

Verified Patient

July 25, 2025

5.0

And they always ask if I have any questions.

Verified Patient

July 22, 2025

5.0

Dr Mayer is an excellent doctor.

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Over 50 recognitions

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