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Jonathan Halperin, MD
4.6
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Rehab/physical medicine
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
Jonathan Halperin, MD
4.6
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Rehab/physical medicine
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
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Accepting new patients
Virtual visits available
Location and phone
5525 Grossmont Center Drive
Floor 3
San Diego, CA 91942-3009
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About Jonathan Halperin, MD
In my practice, I treat all patients as athletes. Their goal may be to walk around the block with minimal pain or to compete in an Ironman Triathlon. In many ways, I am their coach. I help them negotiate through diagnostic and treatment algorithms to reach their ultimate desired goal. I come from a large medical family. My father, two uncles, two stepbrothers and three of my cousins are all physicians. I guess it is all in the family! In my spare time, I enjoy competitive bike riding, surfing, skiing and swimming.
In practice since: 1995
Gender: Male
Languages: English
Education
Loma Linda University: Residency
University of Ottawa: Residency
Queen's University (Canada): Medical School
Royal Columbian Hospital (Canada): Internship
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- ACL tear
- Back evaluation and treatment
- Foot problems
- Knee pain
- Ligament injuries
- Meniscal tear
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NPI
1023028024
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Insurance plans accepted
Jonathan Halperin, MD, accepts 35 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.6
257 ratings
Patient ratings
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.6
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.6
Provider included you in decisions
4.6
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.5
Provider discussed treatment options
4.5
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
September 30, 2025
4.4
Dr. Halperin is always very personable and listens. It's difficult to determine where my pain is coming from and therefore what to do about it, but that's not his fault. He explains the liklihood of what it is.
Verified Patient
September 14, 2025
5.0
Dr. Halperin takes the time at each visit to review the procedure, risks, etc. He speaks slowly to ensure I hear and understand.
Verified Patient
September 4, 2025
5.0
Dr.Halperin asked direct questions and made sure to go over the MRI images with me explaining how conditions can affect my body. He was patient in answering my questions.
Verified Patient
August 30, 2025
5.0
Took the time to explain and answer my questions.
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Jonathan Halperin, MD, has received Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Jonathan Halperin, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
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