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Elan Hekier, MD

4.9

118 ratings

Doctor of medicine (MD)

Pulmonary disease

(board certified)

Medical Group

Sharp Rees-Stealy

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Sharp Rees-Stealy San Diego

858-939-6570
Fax: 858-874-2395

2929 Health Center Drive
Floor 3
San Diego, CA 92123-2762

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  1. Sharp Rees-Stealy San Diego

    2929 Health Center Drive
    Floor 3
    San Diego, CA 92123-2762
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    858-939-6570
    Fax: 858-874-2395

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About Elan Hekier, MD

Effective diagnosis and treatment begins with listening.

Age: 50
In practice since: 2008
Gender: Male
Languages: English

Education

Tufts University: Medical School
University of California, San Diego: Fellowship
Scripps Mercy Hospital: Internship
Scripps Mercy Hospital: Residency

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1225092463

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Insurance plans accepted

Elan Hekier, MD, accepts 35 health insurance plans.

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Ratings and reviews

4.9

118 ratings

Patient ratings

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

5.0

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9

Provider included you in decisions

5.0

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.9

Provider discussed treatment options

4.9

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

August 28, 2025

5.0

Dr Helkier was excellent. Took the time to thoroughly discuss my sleep apnea situation and current research. I was very impressed.

Verified Patient

August 28, 2025

5.0

I don't think doctor got enough time for first time patient visit which would put him behind schedule

Verified Patient

August 14, 2025

5.0

Extremely recommend has helped a lot with my overall lung health!

Verified Patient

August 8, 2025

5.0

Seemed to take a lot of time with me.

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