Doctor honored with over 800 Guardian Angel recognitions
The Guardian Angel program exists for moments like this — when a simple thank you isn't enough. Meet a doctor who has inspired hundreds to give in his honor.
Rolf Ehlers, MD
5.0
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Internal medicine
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
Rolf Ehlers, MD
5.0
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Internal medicine
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
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Accepting new patients
(over age 18 only)
Location and phone
FocusHealth Kearny Mesa
8765 Aero Drive
Suite 130
San Diego, CA 92123-1781
Get directions858-541-0181
Fax: 858-637-9035FocusHealth Point Loma
2790 Truxtun Road
Ste 100
San Diego, CA 92106-6135
Get directions858-541-0181
Fax: 858-637-9035
Care schedule
FocusHealth Point Loma
2790 Truxtun Road
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About Rolf Ehlers, MD
I stress preventive care, including routine check-ups. I help patients with weight management and treat physically disabled individuals and Alzheimer's patients and their family members.
Age: 72
In practice since: 1985
Gender: Male
Languages: German
Education
University of California, San Diego: Internship
University of California, San Diego: Residency
Case Western Reserve University: Medical School
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- Alzheimer's disease
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Back evaluation and treatment
- Depression
- End-of-life care
- Geriatrics
- Headache
- Nutrition
- Preventive medicine
- Women's health
To confirm coverage for specific treatments and procedures, contact your physician or health plan.
NPI
1205939832
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Insurance plans accepted
Rolf Ehlers, MD, accepts 38 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
5.0
127 ratings
Patient ratings
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
5.0
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
5.0
Care Provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
5.0
Provider included you in decisions
5.0
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
5.0
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
February 19, 2026
5.0
Labs done one day, had results next am and then text from MD regarding results by late afternoon of same day
Verified Patient
February 17, 2026
5.0
I didn't want to have my appointment recorded for AI note transcription but felt put on the spot. I would have appreciated being asked to opt in or out at registration so I didn't feel pressure to decrease my providers documentation burden.
Verified Patient
January 2, 2026
5.0
Dr. Ehlers is an amazing doctor. He is one of a kind!
Verified Patient
December 16, 2025
5.0
Dr. Ehlers always compliments me on my good health and my exercise regimen.
Reviews are collected through nationally recognized Press Ganey patient satisfaction surveys. Learn more about ratings and reviews.
Special recognitions
Over 500 recognitions
Rolf Ehlers, MD, has received over 500 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Rolf Ehlers, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Over 500 recognitions
Rolf Ehlers, MD, has received over 500 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Rolf Ehlers, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Featured in Sharp Health News
Rolf Ehlers, MD, has been featured as a medical expert in Sharp Health News.
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