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Dean F. Mayer, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Rheumatology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
Dean F. Mayer, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Rheumatology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
Schedule an appointment
Accepting new patients
Virtual visits available
Location and phone
5525 Grossmont Center Drive
Floor 3
La Mesa, CA 91942-3009
Get directions619-644-6750
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: 55
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
Hospital affiliation
NPI
1609886019
Insurance plans accepted
Dean F. Mayer, MD, accepts 34 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.9
249 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
August 29, 2026
5.0
Dr mayer always takes his time with the appt,always feel he listens to concerns
Verified Patient
August 27, 2026
5.0
Good
Verified Patient
August 18, 2026
5.0
Great
Verified Patient
August 9, 2026
5.0
Dr. Mayer is wonderful!
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