How to get my child to stop sucking their thumb
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Ricardo Indacochea, MD
5.0
Medical doctor (MD)
Pediatrics
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
Ricardo Indacochea, MD
5.0
Medical doctor (MD)
Pediatrics
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
Schedule an appointment
Accepting new patients
(newborns only)
Virtual visits available
Location and phone
1400 E. Palomar St.
Floor 2
Chula Vista, CA 91913-1800
Get directions858-499-2701
Fax: 619-397-3384
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About Ricardo Indacochea, MD
I decided to become a physician because someone once told me that doing what I love will make me happy. Time has proven this to be true, as nothing makes me happier than taking care of kids. My medical care philosophy centers around trust. All the great doctors I have had, learned from, and worked with in my life, all earned my trust with their knowledge, skills, and especially their compassion. Forming a trusting relationship that respects and involves all parties — patient, parents, caretakers and the physician is paramount to excellent medical care. I participate in the Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Climate and Planetary Health Committee because I have an interest in addressing the impact of climate change on human health. When I am not at work, I love spending time with my family, reading books, cooking, outdoor activities and especially traveling. I also greatly enjoy watching sports.
Age: 43
Gender: Male
Languages: English, Spanish
Education
University of California, San Diego: Internship
University of California, San Diego: Residency
University of Chicago: Medical School
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- ADHD (pediatrics)
- Allergy treatment
- Asthma
- Chronic cough
- Colic
- Eczema
- Enuresis (bed wetting)
- Esophageal reflux
- Headache
- Heartburn
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Nutrition
- Parenting guidance
- Preventive medicine
- Scoliosis
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Tuberculosis
- Wart treatment
- Weight management
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NPI
1033375563
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Insurance plans accepted
Ricardo Indacochea, MD, accepts 36 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
5.0
173 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
5.0
Provider included you in decisions
5.0
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
5.0
Provider discussed treatment options
5.0
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
January 23, 2025
5.0
Dr. Indacochea was wonderful. He is always happy, caring, and smiling. He listened and answered any questions that we had.
Verified Patient
January 11, 2025
5.0
He is great, I will be switching him to become my sons primary provider, 1st experience was great and follow up was better. I reccomend him to any parent seeking a great pedestrian.
Verified Patient
January 10, 2025
5.0
My doctor was so understanding and listened to my problems and concerns. I felt so much better after this visit
Verified Patient
January 8, 2025
5.0
Dr. Indacochea is always great. My daughter had developed some anxiety about going to the doctor and she was very happy with the visit and said it was actually fun. Dr. Indacochea always makes a connection with patient and parent, visit never feels rushed, and he provides all the info I need to make a good decision on my treatment options.
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