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Alissa Speziale, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Gastroenterology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
Alissa Speziale, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Gastroenterology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
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Accepting new patients
Virtual visits available
Location and phone
2929 Health Center Drive
San Diego, CA 92123
Get directionsSharp Rees-Stealy Scripps Ranch
10670 Wexford St.
San Diego, CA 92131
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About Alissa Speziale, MD
Appointments for Sharp Rees-Stealy Gastroenterologists are by referral from a Sharp Rees-Stealy primary care physician only. Working with a patient to improve their health and quality of life and prevent illness is a privilege. I enjoyed doing this for the United States Navy for 10 years and now look forward to serving the Sharp community as well.
Age: 52
In practice since: 2008
Gender: Female
Languages: English
Education
University of Florida: Internship
University of Florida: Residency
Johns Hopkins University: Medical School
Naval Medical Center San Diego: Fellowship
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- Biopsy
- Celiac disease/gluten intolerance
- Colitis
- Colon cancer screening
- Colonoscopy
- Crohn's disease
- Diseases of the gallbladder and bile duct
- Endoscopy
- Esophageal dilation
- Esophageal reflux
- Fatty liver
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Liver biopsy
- Liver disease
- Malabsorption
- Peptic ulcer disease
- Removal of colon polyps
- Small intestinal balloon enteroscopy
- Swallowing difficulties/disorders
- Ulcer evaluation/treatment
- Ulcerative colitis
- Video capsule endoscopy
To confirm coverage for specific treatments and procedures, contact your physician or health plan.
NPI
1235118597
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Insurance plans accepted
Alissa Speziale, MD, accepts 35 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.9
443 ratings
Patient ratings
Provider discussed treatment options
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.9
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.9
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
August 17, 2025
4.2
She was seemed truly caring and concerned to help me have better quality of life. She was friendly and warm, smiling and felt genuine.....it helps. This is much better than having a doctor that is grouchy, in a bad mood most of the time and impatient...like the one I had before.
Verified Patient
May 21, 2025
5.0
Dr. Speziale is amazing. I feel very safe and cared for. Her interest in me and my well-being helps me to deal well with my chronic illness. I feel lucky to have her as my doctor.
Verified Patient
April 20, 2025
5.0
Put me me at ease immediately; very approachable.
Verified Patient
May 15, 2025
5.0
Highly recommend
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Special recognitions
Over 50 recognitions
Alissa Speziale, MD, has received over 50 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Alissa Speziale, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Over 50 recognitions
Alissa Speziale, MD, has received over 50 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Alissa Speziale, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Featured in Sharp Health News
Alissa Speziale, MD, has been featured as a medical expert in Sharp Health News.
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