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D S. Upton, MD

4.9

114 ratings

Doctor of medicine (MD)

Hospital medicine

Internal medicine

(board certified)

Pediatrics

(board certified)

Medical Group

Sharp Community

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FocusHealth Kearny Mesa

858-541-0181
Fax: 858-637-9035

8765 Aero Drive
Suite 130
San Diego, CA 92123-1781

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  1. FocusHealth Kearny Mesa

    8765 Aero Drive
    Suite 130
    San Diego, CA 92123-1781
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    858-541-0181
    Fax: 858-637-9035

About D S. Upton, MD

Age: 55
In practice since: 2004
Gender: Male
Languages: English

Education

Baylor College of Medicine: Fellowship
Baylor College of Medicine: Medical School
Baylor College of Medicine: Residency
University of Cincinnati: Internship

Hospital affiliation

Areas of focus

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NPI

1417994898

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Insurance plans accepted

D S. Upton, MD, accepts 34 health insurance plans.

Insurance plans accepted

Sharp accepts most health insurance. Not all plans are listed. Please contact your insurance company to verify your insurance type and plan.

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Ratings and reviews

4.9

114 ratings

Patient ratings

Provider included you in decisions

5.0

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.9

Care Provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

5.0

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

5.0

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

July 28, 2026

5.0

The PA looked at what I thought was a spider bite and determined it was the beginning stages of cellulitis. Good catch!

Verified Patient

July 7, 2026

5.0

PA Lyons was very thorough in addressing all aspects of my injury. She is kind, respectful, knowledgeable, and friendly.

Verified Patient

May 16, 2026

5.0

I always have very good discussion with Dr Upton. I am well prepared before our consultations.

Verified Patient

May 5, 2026

5.0

PA Lyons is THE BEST!

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